Newsletter | April 9, 2026

04.09.26 -- EPA Announces Historic Action On Microplastics; Designing Resilient PFAS Treatment Strategies

IN THIS ISSUE:

From Utility To Ally: Smart Water Management For Customer Satisfaction

Measuring Low Limit Values For Orthophosphate Using The Phosphax Sc Low Range

Taking The Lead On Ditching Lead

Guidelines For Effective Contaminant Removal

Warren Water Recovery Facility Drives Efficiency With Innovative Sampler System

RO Membrane Protection For A Desalination Plant In Mejillones, Chile

In The Age Of PFAS, Water Treatment Designers Can't Afford To Guess

Operational Resilience Through Temporary Water Reuse Solutions

The Hidden Currents: The Perils Of Choosing The Wrong MDM Vendor For Your Water Utility

EPA Announces Substantial Actions To Protect Americans From Microplastics In Drinking Water

Harmsco's Early Days: Vision, Innovation, And A Kitchen Workshop

Designing Resilient PFAS Treatment Strategies For Water Agencies

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Engineering Resilience Through Localized Manufacturing

As global supply chains grow more unpredictable, the water industry is rethinking how and where critical technology gets made. In this episode, Kamstrup’s James Salisbury reveals how localized manufacturing — bringing key suppliers closer to home — is transforming resilience, quality, and responsiveness. From Georgia-based production hubs to in-house supplier integration, discover how smart meter innovation is becoming faster, more reliable, and built to withstand disruption, without sacrificing precision or performance.

FEATURED ARTICLES

Measuring Low Limit Values For Orthophosphate Using The Phosphax Sc Low Range

Tightening phosphate limits require high-precision monitoring to ensure compliance and economical chemical dosing. Refined photometric methods now offer superior accuracy at ultra-low ranges, providing the stable data necessary to optimize wastewater treatment processes.

AOPs And Industry: Guidelines For Effective Contaminant Removal

Using ozone and UV advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) can help industrial facilities achieve compliance, but what's the right process for your application?

From Utility To Ally: Smart Water Management For Customer Satisfaction

Smart water technologies improve customer satisfaction through accurate billing, leak detection, and data-driven insights, helping utilities build trust, reduce losses, and enhance operational efficiency.

Taking The Lead On Ditching Lead

AWWA C800, Underground Service Line Valves and Fittings, was built around the use of one brass alloy, C83600, also known as leaded red brass, favored for its manufacturability and low cost. Over the last two decades, the waterworks industry has transitioned to brass alloys that meet the definition of lead-free for most surfaces contacting potable water.

Warren Water Recovery Facility Drives Efficiency With Innovative Sampler System

Read about the solution that was able to provide the Warren Water Recovery Facility with accurate composite sampling, reduced manpower with easy cleaning and maintenance, and predictive maintenance that reduced time in fixing process errors. 

RO Membrane Protection For A Desalination Plant In Mejillones, Chile

Read about a seawater desalination plant that presented with several performance issues and chose the HOD UV system to control biofouling on the RO membranes.

In The Age Of PFAS, Water Treatment Designers Can't Afford To Guess

Relying on assumptions when designing water treatment systems creates unnecessary financial and operational risks. Adopting predictive modeling and data-driven testing provides the precise, actionable insights required to optimize performance, manage costs, and ensure compliance.

Operational Resilience Through Temporary Water Reuse Solutions

Temporary water reuse systems help industrial plants avoid costly downtime by maintaining treatment capabilities during maintenance, failure, or testing — offering fast deployment, flexibility, and permanent-quality results.

The Hidden Currents: The Perils Of Choosing The Wrong MDM Vendor For Your Water Utility

Choosing the wrong MDM vendor creates massive risks, including financial strain, operational disruption from data inaccuracy, and technical limitations. A poor selection can severely damage customer trust and stifle future innovation.

Harmsco's Early Days: Vision, Innovation, And A Kitchen Workshop

This article chronicles the inspiring origin story of Harmsco Filtration Products, tracing its evolution from a kitchen workshop to a leader in filtration technology.

INDUSTRY NEWS

EPA Announces Substantial Actions To Protect Americans From Microplastics In Drinking Water

The EPA and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced coordinated actions to address microplastics contamination, one of the most urgent public health challenges.

EPA, FBI, CISA, NSA Issue Joint Cybersecurity Advisory To Water System Regarding Iranian-Affiliated Cyber Attacks

Massive Worldwide Seawater Study Finds Human-Made Chemicals Prolific

Transcend Shortlisted For Water Technology Company Of The Year At The Global Water Awards 2026

Thompson Pipe Group's Weldable Curve Joint (WCJ) Wins 2026 NASTT Abbott Award For Innovation

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

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RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

Integrated Water Intelligence: Digital Water Metering And Digital Twin Technology

Integrating digital metering with digital twins transforms raw data into actionable network intelligence. This unified approach enables precise hydraulic simulations and proactive maintenance, helping utilities eliminate operational guesswork while improving water quality and system efficiency.

CFPS-3 Plastic Triplex Skid System Datasheet

The CHEM-FEED CFPS-3 Triplex Skid System design allows for a two-pump injection system with one pump acting as a backup, eliminating downtime in critical applications.

PFAS Removal: A Sustainable Solution

Discover how Calgon Carbon's proprietary reactivation process removes PFAS below current detectable levels, eradicating a once-thought "forever chemical." 

FEATURED GUEST COLUMNS

Designing Resilient PFAS Treatment Strategies For Water Agencies

Water agencies across the U.S. are facing a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that poses a conundrum: Should they take a cautious or aggressive approach to treating PFAS contamination in their water system?

Keeping Water Safe In A Connected World

Water utilities were never designed to sit on the front line of geopolitics or organized cybercrime. As operators of essential public services, water and wastewater utilities rely on widely distributed assets and a mix of legacy and modern systems to deliver safe, reliable treatment. They were built for longevity and reliability and not so much for continuous connectivity or cyber defense. That has made them an appealing target.

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Bottom Load Multi-Jet Meters - Master Meter, Inc.

14-66" Series 2500 Resilient Wedge Gate Valve - AMERICAN - American Cast Iron Pipe Company

4-12" Insta-Valve 250 Insertion Valve - Hydra-Stop From Pentair

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