Newsletter | October 17, 2025

10.17.25 -- How Wetland Plants Can Clean Up PFAS

IN THIS ISSUE:

Source & Drinking Water Treatment

Distribution & Collection Systems

Wastewater Treatment

Industry News

Utility Management

Technology Showcase

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SOURCE & DRINKING WATER TREATMENT

Quick Solutions To PFAS In Drinking Water, Especially For Smaller Systems

With funds falling short of costs for pending PFAS rules compliance, utilities require an economical treatment solution.

EPA PFAS Drinking Water Standards: Ensuring Safe And Clean Water

In this article, Transcend will highlight the importance of EPA PFAS drinking water standards as well as how they ensure safe and clean water systems. We also provide the opportunity to streamline wastewater design for utilities, engineering consultants, and equipment suppliers.

Four Important Reasons To Choose CO2 To Reduce Drinking Water pH

CO2 provides several advantages over liquid acids. In addition to being easier to use, it is also more environmentally friendly and can have long-term cost benefits.

Activated Carbon Applications For Drinking Water Production

Water is an essential element of life: it accounts for 70% to 80% of the weight of a human being. The quality of water is an important parameter that affects all aspects of the well-being of ecosystems and mankind, from human health to food production, economic activities, and biodiversity.

DISTRIBUTION & COLLECTION SYSTEMS

Orange, TX, Eliminates Pump Station Clogs

Discover how the Flygt Adaptive N-Impeller eliminated weekly pump station out-of-service calls. 

'Smart' Distribution Strategies Save More Than Just Water

Water distribution system managers and administrators — whether they are dealing with water scarcity, mandated regulatory compliance, or non-revenue water (NRW) losses — have to be concerned about financial as well as physical solutions. Fortunately, more comprehensive solutions are being developed to afford success in both of those areas. Here are several examples of what is being achieved.

California Collection System Marks 8 Years Of Non-Clog Pumping

Six wastewater pumps in operation, serving multiple resort locations, for eight total years. What does this equation add up to? ZERO pump clogs, once you factor in X-PELLER Non-Clog Impellers.

Monsters Protect Pump Station, Weather Storms In Scotland

Pump blockages and rags are a significant barrier to energy and operational efficiencies at pump stations, causing unscheduled shutdowns, safety hazards for operators, costly equipment repairs, and increased power usage due to a decrease in the pumps’ hydraulic performance.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT

Impact Of Real-Time NH3-N Monitoring In Wastewater Treatment Plants

In this white paper, learn how real-time monitoring of ammonia (NH₃) and nitrogen (N) in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) can be a game-changer for optimizing treatment performance and energy efficiency.

The Real Cost Of Wastewater Treatment: MBR Reshapes The Equation

For years, conventional activated sludge (CAS) has been the default in wastewater treatment. But the industry is changing.

Optimizing Wastewater Treatment Through Measurement

In this white paper, discover how digital measurement is helping to maximize wastewater treatment efficiency. 

Explanation, Methods, And Solutions For Chemical Treatment Of Industrial Water And Wastewater

We discuss the function of various types of chemicals used, and why we believe a FLEXFLO peristaltic dosing pump is the best choice to deliver those chemicals.

UTILITY MANAGEMENT

Turning Water Utility Data Into Action: The Power Of Modern Meter Data Management

Smart meters, sensors, and operational systems generate a constant stream of information about water flow, pressure, consumption, and system performance. But data alone doesn't solve problems — it's the ability to understand and act on this information that drives real operational improvements.

Centralized Data Management And Compliance Reporting

120Water allows all your tools to work together to efficiently manage your data and simplify your workflows. Everything you need to execute a comprehensive compliance program — sampling, data management, reporting — all lives in one easy-to-use platform purpose built for water professionals.

The Digital Utility - Potential Of Smart Water Metering

Using the latest and greatest technology has become commonplace. We use it every day to stay informed and connected. Today, utilities are leveraging digital technology by transforming tasks that were once manual to digital.

Effective Utility Management Starts With Data

Over the past decade, there has been a considerable effort in the water sector to address industry shortcomings through collaboration. And perhaps there’s been no greater initiative to try to help water utility managers in their day-to-day and future planning than the Effective Utility Management (EUM) initiative.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Wetland Plant-Fungus Combo Cleans Up PFAS In A Pilot Study

Wetlands act as nature’s kidneys: They trap sediments, absorb excess nutrients and turn pollutants into less harmful substances. Now, the list of pollutants wetland plants can remove includes PFAS.

White Paper Shares Global Perspectives On Advancing Water Reuse

U.S. Midstream Water Market Totals $156B From 2025–2030

San Mateo Celebrates Completion Of $597M Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade

Membrion Secures $20M Injection Of Funds Aimed At Fueling Expansion Of Sustainable Wastewater Treatment At Commercial Scale.

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

ExactSteam V-Cone Flow Meter

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McCrometer, Inc.

OpenFlows FLOOD

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Bentley Systems

Xylem Vue Plant Real-Time Decision Support

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Xylem Vue

Fairbanks Nijhuis 5430 Series

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Pentair

HYMAX GRIP MJ Cut-In Sleeve (3" - 12")

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Mueller Water Products

SORBIX H Series

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