Newsletter | June 7, 2024

06.07.24 -- SWAN Launches Groundbreaking Data-as-a-Service Playbook

IN THIS ISSUE:

Source & Drinking Water Treatment

Distribution & Collection Systems

Wastewater Treatment

Industry News

Utility Management

Technology Showcase

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The water and wastewater industry shows a varied level of cyber-preparedness from one utility to the next. A range of factors including technology, legislation, resources and more shape the current state of the industry. Learn the top 10 OT cybersecurity questions to start asking today, 4 actions you can take to get your cybersecurity efforts on track and how to decode a vulnerability report. Click here to learn more.

SOURCE & DRINKING WATER TREATMENT

The Building Blocks Of PFAS Expertise

PFAS are quickly emerging into a major environmental and human health concern. Characterized by their extreme resistance to breaking down, PFAS are persistent in the environment and can be found in water, wastewater, soils, air, food, and in the blood of humans and animals.

5 Ways To Make Removing PFAS Easier For Small Communities

There are a few things that smaller water treatment plants should keep in mind when homing in on the most viable technologies for PFAS. 

Oxidation And AOP: The Last Lines Of Defense Against Harmful Algal Blooms

Secondary metabolites of algae can find their way into source water, creating the risk that they will ultimately reach the water treatment plant to cause water-quality problems. Here is a checklist of considerations for mitigating those effects across a variety of source water conditions.

The Importance And Impact Of Accurate pH Measurement

Across many water-quality measurements — from free chlorine residual to disinfection byproducts, etc. — pH is an underlying factor affecting many water treatments and compliance testing results. Here are some guidelines for maintaining accurate pH readings to assure cost-effective treatment and final water quality despite changes in source water composition, treatment protocols, or other factors.

DISTRIBUTION & COLLECTION SYSTEMS

Unlocking Seized Valves

In the realm of water supply and wastewater management, the smooth operation of critical valves is essential for maintaining network efficiency and reliability. However, the challenge of seized water and wastewater valves often leads to disruptions, increased maintenance costs, and compromised service quality.

Battery Operated Magmeter Provides Reliable Flow Rate Measurements In Remote Areas

A municipal water district had questioned the accuracy of their water meter readings and, after testing, they found that the billing amounts were too low. Discover the solution that they chose to provide reliable flow rate measurement. 

The Next Generation Of Distribution System Management And Leak Detection

As municipal water systems grapple with tightening budgets and water scarcity continues to be a growing issue, communities must look toward solutions that reduce their need for source water, bring down the costs of treatment, and allow for better management of the pipeline assets.

Insta-Valve 20-24 Provides New Control Points Without Disrupting Service To Hospital

Discover how Hydra-Stop’s insertion valve provided new control points without impacting service to surrounding customers.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT

After 30 Attempts To Cut Through The FOG, The Wet Well Wizard Makes Major Improvements

It took 30 attempts, but the Wet Well Wizard was finally able to cut through the FOG at the Memorial Park Pump Station (MPPS).

How To Size An Advanced Oxidation System For A Variety Of Treatment Options

While UV AOP technology continues to gain traction, there are few regulations or standards for it, making it difficult for engineers to specify equipment size for new installations.

Advancing Pet Food Manufacturing Wastewater Treatment

To help you select the best wastewater treatment plan for pet food manufacturing applications, this paper provides a helpful overview of the types of contaminants you will encounter and describes the different solutions available to ensure you achieve required effluent regulations.

Using Supersaturated Dissolved Oxygen To Reduce Costs And Increase Treatment Capacity

Supersaturated dissolved oxygen (SDOX) can cut aeration-related energy costs in half for a range of applications, including activated sludge systems, oxidation ditches, odor control in collection systems, and more.

UTILITY MANAGEMENT

How AMI Works To Underpin Resiliency

With the rate of natural disasters on the upswing — and the possibility of terror attacks and source water issues always present — municipalities are under more pressure than ever to build resiliency into their water systems.

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?

Working For Water Offers Purpose And Fulfillment

Whether you’re just entering the workforce or looking for a change of scenery, there has never been a better time to consider the water industry.

6 Ways Communities Are Streamlining Water & Wastewater Asset Lifecycle Management

Here are just a few examples of innovative ways that communities are leveraging Trimble Cityworks, Esri, and partner solutions.

INDUSTRY NEWS

SWAN Releases Groundbreaking Data-as-a-Service Playbook To Transform Water Sector Data Management

SWAN recently launched its DaaS Playbook, providing a unique, step-by-step guide to enhance water and wastewater utility data management.

Informal Water Contracts Could Provide Quicker, Cheaper Ways To Reduce Impact Of Droughts

Xylem Scales Sustainability Impacts With New Water Stewardship Commitments

Jacobs To Design Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion For One Of Canada's Largest Cities

Walton Family Foundation Announces Radhika Fox As New Environment Fellow

AECOM And Aquatech To Deliver PFAS Destruction With Innovative Technology

Sustainable Plastics Are Not A Solution, Researchers Warn

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

Grinder Pumps (GRP Series)

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HOMA Pump Technology

Stainless Steel Solids Handling Pump

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Ironclad Environmental Solutions

Tesco Endurance Drive

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Tesco Controls

Oxelia Oxidation-Enhanced Biologically Active Filtration For Drinking Water

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Leopold -- A Xylem Brand

OpenFlows WaterGEMS Water Distribution Modeling And Management

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Bentley Systems

JCM 414 Fabricated Mechanical Joint Tapping Sleeve

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JCM Industries, Inc.

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