Contaminant Removal Resources

51. 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.
52. 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.

53. 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.

54. 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.

55. 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.

56. 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.

57. 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.

58. 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.

59. Four Tips For A Successful PFAS Removal Pilot Study 8/11/2023

    Follow these key steps to conduct a successful pilot study to help remain below their target contaminant limits and cost-effectively comply with regulations.

60. Peace Of Mind Starts With Your Water Supply 7/31/2023

    It's no understatement to say that I am deeply into water. As a water professional, I think about water all the time. I stay current on the technologies that help keep our water supply safe. I am an avid student of the history of water systems. I grew up in New York City, home to the best-tasting water in the world, and I'm fortunate to live in the U.S., which has a high national standard for water quality, safeguarded by the colleagues I saw recently at AWWA's ACE conference.