Newsletter | April 8, 2025

04.08.25 -- DaaS: A Game-Changer For Water Utilities; Could Fruit Be Used To Treat Wastewater?

IN THIS ISSUE:

5 Essential Safety Devices On Aeration Blowers: What You Need To Know.

Treatment System Removes PFAS Compounds From Well Water Using Granular Activated Carbon

For Maximum Reliability, Consider Poly Cubes And Stainless Steel Tankers

Improving Flow Measurement Accuracy With Flow Conditioners

6 HUBER Coarse Screen TrashMax For Flood Protection In Houston, Texas

Enhancing Water Conservation Through Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) At EBMUD

How To Avoid Byproduct Formation When Using An Ozone And Biologically Active Filtration System

Using Digital Tools To Optimize Odor Control In Collection Systems

Explore Qatium's New Marketplace

Using Fruit To Treat Polluted Wastewater

Achieving Pipe Replacement Success While Keeping Service Disruptions at Bay

Data-as-a-Service: A Game-Changer For Water Utilities In The Digital Age

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FEATURED ARTICLES

Cottage Grove Municipal Treatment System Removes PFAS Compounds From Well Water Using Granular Activated Carbon

Located in the Twin Cities metro area, the city of Cottage Grove, MN, needed to increase the capacity of its drinking water system. To meet demands for compliant water two additional wells were equipped with treatment systems designed to reduce PFAS. 

Improving Flow Measurement Accuracy With Flow Conditioners

To reduce plant operating costs, a simple and less expensive solution is to measure liquid and gas flow more accurately. Continuous improvement of flow measurement and control can trim overall production costs.

5 Essential Safety Devices On Aeration Blowers: What You Need To Know.

Explore some common safety devices used in aeration blowers, how they work, the potential consequences of their failure, and best practices for inspection and maintenance.

For Maximum Reliability, Consider Poly Cubes And Stainless Steel Tankers For Storage Of Challenging Liquids

Think those corrosive materials at your job site are safely stored in that recently rented frac tank? Think again. 

6 HUBER Coarse Screen TrashMax For Flood Protection In Houston, Texas

In response to Hurricane Harvey, the Fort Bend, TX, Levee District No. 2 embarked on a major upgrade project to increase the flow and capacity of one of its pump stations by 400%. The goal of the project was to protect the area around the district from 100-year floods in the future.

Explore Qatium's New Marketplace

You can now browse innovative digital water add-ons and plug-ins created by people just like you, who understand the day-to-day challenges of water management, at Qatium Marketplace.

How To Avoid Byproduct Formation When Using An Ozone And Biologically Active Filtration System

This article will cover the different types of byproducts that can occur, along with specific examples, and what is needed to reduce their presence in the final effluent.

Using Digital Tools To Optimize Odor Control In Collection Systems

By utilizing digital tools, wastewater utilities can optimize their odor control program, which can reduce chemical usage, minimize compliance risks, and protect the community.

Enhancing Water Conservation Through Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) At EBMUD

Water Online recently spoke with Dave Wallenstein, PE, a licensed mechanical and civil engineer with East Bay MUD, about how they are using AMI to conserve water.

Achieving Pipe Replacement Success While Keeping Service Disruptions At Bay

In this case study, read about an insertion valve that provided targeted control for an AC pipe removal project without widespread service outages.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Using Fruit To Treat Polluted Wastewater

Researchers have developed a sustainable and cost-effective method to remove toxic pollutants from industrial wastewater using biochar made from fruit waste, such as pineapple crowns and mosambi.

Research Exposes Challenges In Flood Evacuation Planning

ABB Simplifies Industrial Device Maintenance With Generative AI

Lummus Achieves Major Milestone In Destroying 'Forever Chemicals'

TETRA Technologies, Inc. Announces Collaboration For Produced Water Reuse And Pilot Project With EOG Resources

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

Temetra Analysis Brochure

Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. We believe that the way energy and water are managed will define this century. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we can improve the quality of life, ensure the safety, and promote the wellbeing of people around the globe.

Effizon GC Electrode Technology

WEDECO is bringing the latest electrode technology to ozone systems installed between 1995 and 2014. Effizon GC electrodes offer improved heat transfer performance and exceptional protection against electrode short-circuiting, thus giving you the ability to maximize ozone production with little or no maintenance.

Cut Water Loss And Boost Revenue With AI-Powered Technology

LeakZon developed an analytical solution to reduce the non-revenue water (NRW) rate by analyzing raw AMR, GIS map, CIS, and other environmental data.

FEATURED GUEST COLUMNS

Data-as-a-Service: A Game-Changer For Water Utilities In The Digital Age

The water sector has been relatively slow to adopt digital transformation due to risk aversion and public health concerns, amongst other reasons. One emerging model that has shown promise in other sectors and is now gaining traction with water utilities is Data-as-a-Service.

PFAS Testing Boom: U.S. Analytical Instrumentation Market Set For Rapid Expansion

Valued at approximately $190 million in 2024, the PFAS instrumentation market is expected to surpass $800 million by 2031. Key drivers in the market include rising concerns over increasing risks associated with PFAS exposure, the EPA’s federal rule on drinking water, and investments to boost testing and treating PFAS in water.

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PPG Filtration Technologies: 8040 - PPG

Super Vacuum Assisted Pump, 6", Diesel-Powered - United Rentals

BIOCOS - World Water Works, Inc.

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