Newsletter | July 10, 2025

07.10.25 -- Why Texas' Flash Flooding Is So Deadly; A New Way To Desalinate Seawater

IN THIS ISSUE:

AMI Solution Enhances Efficiency

Do You Hate Your CMMS?

5 Misconceptions About PFAS Removal Technologies

How Preventative Maintenance Agreements Can Help Avoid Catastrophic Costs

The Impact Of Chemical Dosing On Mining

ATAD Provides Increased Capacity With No Odors

All-In-One Headworks Systems: A High-Performing Solution For Wastewater Treatment

Optimal Baseplate Grouting For Vertical Dry Pit Submersible Pumps

Maximize Uptime And Minimize Risk With On-Site Flow Meter Verification

This Spongy Material And The Sun's Power Remove Salt From Seawater

Severn Trent Exceeds Leak Reduction Targets With Innovative Itron Water Solutions

Why Texas Hill Country Is One Of The Deadliest Places In The U.S. For Flash Flooding

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Xylem Avensor – Smart, Secure Monitoring for Pump Stations

Xylem Avensor is a smart, cost-effective monitoring platform for pump stations. It integrates seamlessly into existing systems, offers user-friendly analytics, and provides automatic anomaly detection and early warnings. Avensor enables 24/7 monitoring with descriptive alarms via text, email, or app. Enhance your operations with Concertor® and MultiSmart Powered by Nexicon® for optimized efficiency and reduced downtime. Transform your operations today.

FEATURED ARTICLES

ATAD Provides Increased Capacity With No Odors

Faced with persistent odor complaints and limited space, Douglas County Sewer District #1 in East Wenatchee, Washington, turned to the ThermAer second-generation Autothermal Thermophilic Aerobic Digestion (ATAD) system to modernize its biosolids treatment.

AMI Solution Enhances Efficiency And Boosts Customer Engagement

Read this case study to discover how the City of Santa Barbara uses Hubbell’s comprehensive water utility solutions to enhance customer service.

How Preventative Maintenance Agreements Can Help Avoid Catastrophic Costs

Learn how preventative maintenance agreements (PMAs) reduce risk, extend equipment life, and save money for wastewater utilities by minimizing failures, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing operational predictability.

5 Misconceptions About PFAS Removal Technologies

This article will explore five common misconceptions about GAC and IX technologies for PFAS removal, helping utilities choose effective, site-specific treatment strategies for contaminated drinking water.

The Impact Of Chemical Dosing On Mining Operations' Bottom Line

Chemical dosing pumps directly impact mining profitability. Optimized dosing improves recovery, reduces costs, enhances safety, and ensures compliance — making high-quality pumps essential to plant performance.

Do You Hate Your CMMS?

Maybe maintenance management has become too complicated? Maybe the data lumped into a giant table is just not usable. Maybe you inherited a system picked by someone else that doesn’t meet your needs? OR maybe what you really wanted wasn’t available when you made your decision?

All-In-One Headworks Systems: A High-Performing Solution For Wastewater Treatment

For municipalities with small and medium-sized populations or in rural locations, designing state-of-the-art systems and navigating complex construction projects can be particularly daunting. This is where all-in-one headworks solutions offer a game-changing advantage.

Optimal Baseplate Grouting For Vertical Dry Pit Submersible Pumps

As municipalities increasingly switch to vertical dry pit submersible pumps to address flooding concerns, one critical yet often overlooked installation detail can make or break system performance: baseplate grouting.

Maximize Uptime And Minimize Risk With On-Site Flow Meter Verification

A dedicated, manufacturer-approved verification system is the ideal solution for maintaining optimal performance of your installed base of KROHNE electromagnetic and mass flow meters.

Severn Trent Exceeds Leak Reduction Targets With Innovative Itron Water Solutions

Severn Trent’s smart metering program, powered by Itron’s technology, is transforming water conservation — reducing leaks by 6 million liters, cutting costs, and empowering customers to use water more wisely.

INDUSTRY NEWS

 

This Spongy Material And The Sun's Power Remove Salt From Seawater

Most of Earth’s water is in the oceans and too salty to drink. Luckily, researchers have developed a sponge-like material that uses sunlight and a simple plastic cover to turn saltwater into freshwater.

Extreme Weather: AI-Assisted Early Warning

Tech Challenge Winners Address Pressing Water Challenges

WQA CEO To Speak At TEDxFolsom Event

River Deep Mountain AI Releases First Open-Source Models

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

FS10A Analyzer Flow Switch/Monitor

The FS10A is a universal flow switch and monitor specifically designed for gas and liquid process analyzer sampling systems.

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Fluid Components International

 

 

PPG Filtration Technologies: 4040

This proprietary composite spiral element is available in fiberglass and netting wrap configurations with an anti-telescoping device (ATD) on both ends. A brine seal (one end) is available on the fiberglass wrap only.

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PPG

 

 

flowIQ 4200

The flowIQ 4200 is designed for commercial and industrial applications. This smart meter exceeds expectations, offering an extended range and superior durability. Geared for large-scale applications, the flowIQ 4200 can read the intricacies of your water system, lay the groundwork for reduced waste, increase revenue, and allow for a greater peace of mind.

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Kamstrup

 

 

Allegro Universal AMI RF Endpoints For Water

The Allegro Under-the-Glass (UTG) Universal Endpoint for advanced meter infrastructure (AMI) is an industry-leading innovation in durable endpoint design technology featuring no external connecting wires or antennas. 

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Master Meter, Inc.

 

 

6x6 Above Ground Pressure Booster Stations

The 6x6 Above Ground Pressure Booster Station is an economical, compact, pre-engineered unit shipped complete from the factory. 

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Gorman-Rupp Pumps

 

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

 

Leeton Shire Improves Efficiency And Service Levels With An Affordable, Intuitive Digital Solution

Although Leeton Shire already had some digital technologies in place, such as SCADA, GIS, and AMI, they lacked hydraulic modeling capabilities and expertise — which is why they turned to Qatium’s open and secure water management platform.

 

Solving The Engineering Workforce Shortage

Discover how OpenFlows revolutionizes hydraulic modeling, offering a path to overcome industry hurdles like workforce constraints and fragmented data.

 

SITOP Power Supplies: Always In Stock

Siemens offers a comprehensive range of power supplies known for their reliability and efficiency, particularly the SITOP series, which is designed to handle critical network conditions and provide stable power across multiple voltage levels. These power supplies are integral to numerous industrial applications, ensuring seamless automation and energy management.

FEATURED GUEST COLUMN

Why Texas Hill Country, Where A Devastating Flood Killed Dozens, Is One Of The Deadliest Places In The U.S. For Flash Flooding

In the early hours of July 4, 2025, a flash flood swept through an area of Texas Hill Country dotted with summer camps and small towns about 70 miles northwest of San Antonio. More than 100 people died in the flooding, officials said on July 7. What makes this part of the country, known as Flash Flood Alley, so dangerous? Flood expert Hatim Sharif explains.

 

SWAN CORNER

From Age-Based To Performance-Based — Constanta's Digital Transformation In Water Meter Management

Most water utilities worldwide face significant challenges in reducing non-revenue water (NRW). Romania's largest public water company, RAJA SA, faced similar obstacles. In partnership with AGS Water Solutions, RAJA implemented a performance-based service contract (PBSC) for NRW management and adopted innovative digital tools to support the new integrated water meter management approach.

 

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4320 Mixers - Xylem Wastewater Solutions

KLa Systems Total System Responsibility - KLa Systems

Bandscreen Monster - JWC Environmental

Cerabar S PMP71 - Endress+Hauser, Inc.

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