Flushables Resources
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Super Shredder To The Rescue
11/7/2020
The City of Scotts Valley sewage treatment plant was having a very tough and frequent problem with their scum pump. This screw pump would rag up monthly, forcing the operators to take it apart and use large wrenches to manually turn the pump to remove the clogged rags and wipes. This was not a sustainable operating model and it was costing the city a lot of time, manpower and money, not to mention causing a lot of frustration.
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TASKMASTER® TITAN® To The Rescue In Picturesque, Cobleskill, New York
11/6/2020
The wastewater treatment plant in picturesque Cobleskill, New York, was unable to process the wastewater generated by the town’s 4,678 year- round residents. The buildup of plastics, rags, trash wrappings and other debris was regularly clogging the system, necessitating frequent cleanings.
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County Drastically Cuts Costs With DIMMINUTOR®
11/5/2020
Fairfield Wastewater Treatment Plant in Butler County, Ohio was having a lot of trouble with their grinders. The plant serves over 42,500 domestic customers, a number of commercial and industrial institutions as well as Mercy Hospital of Fairfield. They treat about five million gallons of wastewater collected in over 175 miles of sewer pipe each day.
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Taskmaster® Titan® Grinders To The Rescue At ECUA
11/2/2020
The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) was having a difficulty with their sewage grinders. They were running four grinders supplied by a well known manufacturer at two of their pump stations, with each station processing approximately 10 mgd. Unfortunately, their first set of grinders turned out to be problematic. They created a lot of down time and generated excessive maintenance costs. ECUA needed a new solution to solve their problems and get their pump stations functioning properly.
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How Mendocino WTP Solved Its Wipe Issue
9/22/2020
Meet the Mendocino WTP and discover how Screentec, the Pump Station Bar Screen, has improved their process. Wipes issues permanently solved, no more manual cleaning, and less than 1K$ in spare parts for 10 year. Read the case story to learn more.
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A World Reimagined — One Where People Realize The Value Of Water
4/7/2020
Times of significant disruption that put the “normal” way we operate on hold are an incredible opportunity for reflection, pressing the reset button, and starting in a fresh direction. Hopefully, many people are realizing how they have let their lives get so busy that they have lost touch with things most important to them, like family; and they are taking this time to start fresh.
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Hurricane Harvey Was No Match For These Pumps
8/28/2019
The main lift station serving the waste water treatment plant in Morgan’s Point, Texas, continually experienced problems with its three standard non-clog pumps. The pumps frequently clogged when rainfall totals reached or exceeded 2 inches. Shop rags, pieces of 2 x 4 lumber, plastic bottles, gloves, and wet wipes all commonly clogged the pumps when the standard demand increased. Pump removal, unplugging, and recurring repairs were required, but the service company was not always available for immediate assistance, causing problems for residents serviced by this lift station.
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Upgraded Pumping System Eliminates Clogging
8/30/2018
The pumps at the septage receiving wetwell at the Valley Forge Sewer Authority’s collection system were constantly clogging -- creating frequent headaches for the operators, and costing valuable time and expenses.
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Complete Modernization Of Pumping Station To Handle Today’s Wastewater
7/21/2018
The municipality has been facing an increase in pump blockages in its pump stations during the past few years. There is a clear tendency of reduced water consumption and higher rag content, which results in more frequent pump blockage.
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Monster Keeps Wipes At Bay In Billerica, MA
4/19/2018
Billerica, Massachusetts embodies an ideal American suburb – picturesque streets, quaint houses, inviting storefronts and a central city square perfect for socializing with fellow neighbors and visitors. Located just 50 minutes north of Boston, Billerica is also a prime spot for young families who want the convenience of a close-by city with the atmosphere of a restful community.