Wastewater Management

31. Can Heavy Rain Cause Sewer Backup? 9/9/2024

    Heavy rain is a fact of life in most areas around the world. While it can be refreshing and calming to see, it also brings with it a number of issues that have to be considered. 

32. Mitigating Sewage Overflow Risks With Reliable Backup Pump Solutions 9/6/2024

    A self-starting backup pump combines the pump and power in a single package, providing 100% redundancy plus additional capacity when needed, all without relying on generators or external power sources.

33. Modern Clog-Free Wastewater Pumping Solution 8/13/2024

    Wastewater utilities need a modern solids-handling pumping solution. They need pumps that can automatically dislodge clogs, self-clean, and temporarily adjust inlet openings to accommodate larger or more difficult debris.

34. Is Trouble-Free Pumping Really Possible? 8/2/2024

    Clogged pumps can lead to downtime, expensive call-outs, and more. That’s why Flygt, a Xylem brand, introduced Concertor, a smart pump designed to tackle all these challenges and more.

35. Why Wastewater Systems Need A Preventative Maintenance Agreement For Pumps 7/23/2024

    This article explores the value of preventative maintenance and why utilities should consider using a vendor preventative maintenance agreement (PMA) over hiring and training in-house staff.

36. Picking The Perfect Pump 6/6/2024

    Pumps and pumping systems are like unsung heroes of modern society – quickly and quietly transporting vital water supplies, chemicals and waste to and from locations, which rely upon their consistent, reliable operation.

37. Unlocking Seized Valves 5/23/2024

    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 wasterwater valves often leads to disruptions, increased maintenance costs, and compromised service quality. 

38. 5 Mistakes When Selecting A Flowmeter 4/29/2024

    Despite the availability of manufacturer sizing tools and selection guides, selecting the appropriate flowmeter remains a complex endeavor.

39. Enhancing Sanitary Sewer Infrastructure: Introducing M.E. Simpson's NASSCO MACP Inspection Program 4/25/2024

    M.E. Simpson Company, Inc. is proud to introduce the comprehensive NASSCO MACP Level 2 Inspection Program, designed to empower utilities with valuable insights into the structural integrity of the sewer structures.

40. Integrating Artificial Intelligence With Machine Learning Deluge Tool 4/18/2024

    With climate change exacerbating extreme weather events and shifting hydrologic models, our traditional drainage systems have failed us repeatedly. It’s evident that engineers, designers, water modelers and the like need to advance the way that we design drainage systems.