Contaminant Removal Resources

51. 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.

52. Aqueous Vets® Quick Response Keeps Critical Stoneridge Well In Service In Northern California 12/21/2023

    Zone 7 Water Agency is a water wholesaler in Northern California that serves more than a quarter million residents. Blending water from both surface and groundwater sources has enabled Zone 7 to address many emerging contaminant concerns over the past several years.

53. Cottage Grove Municipal Treatment System Removes PFAS Compounds From Well Water Using Granular Activated Carbon 12/21/2023

    Located in the Twin Cities metro area, the city of Cottage Grove, Minnesota, needed to increase the capacity of its drinking water system. To meet demands for compliant water two additional wells were equipped with treatment systems designed to reduce PFAS. 

54. 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.
55. 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.

56. 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.

57. 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.

58. 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.

59. 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.

60. 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.