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Many WTPs have lagged on treating PFAS, but choosing a PFAS solution does not have to be an insurmountable task. It can be tempting to sit and wait for regulators to set enforceable maximum contaminant levels, but the health and well-being of the community should be the top priority. |
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Smaller water utilities may be concerned that they have neither the capital nor the expertise/manpower to use effective PFAS removal technologies. But small utilities can remain hopeful because there are existing technologies that can remove PFAS and that are simple and cost effective to operate. |
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Municipal water utilities throughout the U.S. are increasingly grappling with the need to address PFAS. With limited treatment options that can represent a massive expense, addressing PFAS can be especially challenging for small water systems. The key to finding an optimal solution requires a thorough investigation of the available options. |
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Many water treatment plants (WTPs) are able to achieve LT2 compliance by adding a polishing cartridge at the end of the treatment train. However, water systems are complex, and many things can go awry that can cause a once-compliant plant to fall out of compliance. |
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Like many small utilities, when Park City began construction on its second treatment plant, its main focus was on meeting log credits for Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Thankfully, Park City was able to find an affordable, effective filtration system that is also easy to use for operators of any certification level. |
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