Water Online Radio
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Optimizing Wastewater When Expansion Isn’t An Option
7/9/2019
Population growth, combined with a lack of land for new clarifiers, is putting a strain on wastewater plant operators in a number of places across the country. Smaller, more efficient clarifiers can provide the solution in a cost-effective manner. The key to their performance is rooted in flow control while optimizing detention times, energy inputs, and the use of coagulants. In this Water Talk interview, Tom Grubb, technical sales manager for Meurer Research, Inc. (a Parkson brand), discusses the advanced technology that is helping wastewater treatment plant operators in growth centers to address their requirements.
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A Better Approach To Removing Iron And Other Contaminants
7/9/2019
Most groundwater sources are plagued with iron, manganese, and other contaminants that require removal as part of drinking water treatment. However, older techniques for addressing this have proven to be labor-intensive and time-consuming. In this Water Talk interview, Frank Caligiuri, vice president of sales for Hungerford and Terry Inc., discusses the more current and much simpler treatment methods for potable water that have been successful on an international scale.
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Real-Time Data Solutions To Identify A Stubborn Disinfection Byproduct Threat
7/8/2019
When it comes to trihalomethanes, the disinfection byproducts also known as THMs, a range of methods are available for their removal from water as well as avoiding their creation altogether. While sophisticated, those solutions offer little or no insight into the process. In this Water Talk interview, Rick Bacon, CEO of Aqua Metrology Systems, and Cliff Tormaschy, CEO of Medora Corp., discuss the use of real-time data to identify THM threats and diagnose critical treatment system performance.
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Advanced Testing For Better Biofilm Control In Distribution Systems
7/8/2019
Excessive amounts of diverse microorganisms, also known as biofilm, significantly impact water quality and promote corrosion in distribution systems. The fastest way for biofilm to proliferate is through ineffective management. However, taking control isn’t as simple as adding plenty of disinfectant to the water, and traditional testing involves sending samples to a lab and waiting days. In this Water Talk interview, Dave Tracey, director of strategic sales channels for LuminUltra, discusses innovative biological monitoring technologies that simplify testing so it can be done in the field with immediate results.
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Turning To The Skies To Tackle Water Loss
7/3/2019
As aging pipes continue to deteriorate, non-revenue water is growing into a pretty staggering challenge for the water utility industry. Many municipalities try to tackle the problem by walking the many miles of their drinking water distribution lines with leak detectors. However, an advanced solution is emerging that can pinpoint these leaks from the skies. In this Water Talk interview, James Perry, vice president of business development for Utilis Corp., discussed new technology that searches for leaks using a remote sensing device on a satellite 400 miles above the earth.
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Don’t Overlook The Role Of Leaky Mains In Water Loss
7/2/2019
Leaking distribution lines are a significant contributor to municipal water loss, but transmission mains have the potential to leak every bit as much, and sometimes even more. These leaks can go on for years without being found. In this Water Talk interview, Mike Funk, business development manager for the East Coast for Hydromax USA, discusses an advanced inline leak detection solution available to address the water loss problem.
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The Growing Case For Decentralized Systems
6/30/2019
Decentralized water systems can make sense in areas experiencing population growth and urban sprawl, and where centralized systems are nearing capacity or older communities are coping with failing septic systems. Until more recently, however, decentralized systems were only designed to treat the basics and discharge as needed. In this Water Talk interview, Marshal Dean, the business development manager for the U.S. and Caribbean markets for Newterra, discusses advancements that allow for the installation of high-performing decentralized systems at a relatively low cost. The key to success lies in custom solutions that address both the current needs and ensure plants are easily expandable.
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The Improved Business Case For Connecting Systems
6/28/2019
Despite the strides in technology, many water utilities still require their technicians to come into the office to collect a stack of work orders. Not only does this create a massive inefficiency, it’s symptomatic of an archaic system in which the back-office functions and operations staff are disconnected. In this Water Talk interview, Todd Lushinsky, business development executive with Nobel Systems, and Aretha Samuel, CTO of Nobel Systems, discuss newer technology that brings multiple areas of responsibility — such as billing, customer service, GIS, and monitoring — together for vastly improved overall management.
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Demystifying Intelligent Water, Or What To Do With Data Overload
6/28/2019
Do your eyes glaze over when the words "smart water" or "intelligent water" are mentioned? If so, a new collaborative paper between Arcadis and Bluefield Research may be your antidote. First, learn the who, what, where, and why from Jim Cooper, the Intelligent Water Lead for Arcadis, in this Water Talk interview.
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An Affordable Solution To Harnessing Mass Amounts Of Data
6/27/2019
Many of today’s small- and medium-sized water utilities have access to massive amounts of data with the potential to provide significant insight into their operations. However, municipalities typically lack the resources to harness this information in a way that makes it actionable. In this Water Talk interview, Tracy Nuckles, marketing manager and software solutions for Neptune Technology Group, discusses how Software as a Service (SaaS) allows water managers lacking dedicated IT personnel to affordably take control of their data for better overall system management.