Contaminant Removal Resources
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Central California Winery Removes 1,2,3-TCP From Well Water Using Granular Activated Carbon
12/21/2023
North of Fresno in the San Joaquin Valley of California, a winery detected elevated levels of 1,2,3-Trichloropropane (1,2,3-TCP) in the water coming from its two main wells. A chlorinated hydrocarbon, 1,2,3- TCP is a chemical associated with old pesticide practices (particularly soil fumigants) and is a suspected human carcinogen.
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AqueoUS Vets® Custom GAC Systems Offer Comprehensive Solution For PFAS And VOC Compound Removal For Golden State Water Company
12/21/2023
Serving California for more than 90 years, Golden State Water Company (GSWC) provides water service to more than 1 million customers in over 80 communities, including the City of Norwalk.
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Spiral Membranes: A Revolution In Water Treatment And Desalination
12/12/2023
In the realm of advanced filtration technologies, spiral membranes have emerged as a revolutionary solution, transforming the landscape of various industries. These innovative membranes, characterized by their unique spiral-wound configuration, offer enhanced efficiency and versatility in separation processes. This article delves into the principles, applications, and advancements that make spiral membranes a cornerstone in the world of filtration.
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The Role Of Reverse Osmosis (RO) Membranes In The Battle Against PFAS
12/4/2023
As the global concern over per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination continues to escalate, innovative solutions are becoming increasingly pivotal in the pursuit of clean and safe water resources. The City of Rome Water and Sewer Division conducted a comprehensive pilot to identify a treatment process for removing PFAS from the water supply, including high recovery reverse osmosis technologies.
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Arsenic III Vs Total Arsenic: What Is The Difference?
11/27/2023
In this article, learn what differentiates arsenic III and arsenic v, two different oxidation states of the chemical element arsenic.
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Measuring Arsenic Contamination In Water – Challenges And Solutions
11/21/2023
Read about how adressing arsenic contamination promptly is essential to prevent long-term health problems.
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Testing For Lead In Drinking Water
11/20/2023
Lead exposure, even in small amounts, is harmful and can come from various sources, including paint, soil, food, and water.
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Predicting How Effective Water Filters Are At Removing A Variety Of PFAS
11/17/2023
A major topic of research for EPA researchers is evaluating how effective different water treatment technologies are at removing PFAS from drinking water. Unfortunately, there are thousands of different types of PFAS chemicals and each of them may respond differently to the same type of water treatment technology.
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How To Properly Start-Up And Condition A New Granular Activated Carbon Bed
11/3/2023
Bed conditioning and startup procedures are designed to optimize the performance of the carbon bed and maximize adsorption capacity to achieve treatment goals.
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Why Innovative Uses For Pile Cloth Media Filters Are Multiplying
9/12/2023
Learn about the unique ways wastewater and drinking water operations are employing pile cloth media (PCM) to tackle new and complex challenges.