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    Potable Water Quality

    Alliance Accepting Nominations for 2012 U.S. Water Prize

    Oct. 29, 2011
    The Clean Water America Alliance (Alliance) is accepting nominations for the 2012 U.S. Water Prize.
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    Potable Water Quality

    EPA Regional Focus: Nutrients, Stormwater Challenge the Southeast

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Nutrients, stormwater management, drought planning and meeting regulatory requirements in the midst of an economic downturn are all concerns for water utilities in EPA Region ...
    Distribution

    Company Wins Multiple Leak Detection Contracts

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Wachs Water Services has recently been awarded several multi-year contracts to inspect up to 4,000 miles of critical water mains for leaks in Connecticut and Texas. The contracts...
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    Energy Management

    Performance Contracting Finances Water Loss Reduction Program

    Oct. 1, 2011
    The economic impact of municipal water loss is frequently overlooked but can be significant. The city of Kingsport, Tennessee, is upgrading its water infrastructure with automated...
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    Home

    Migration of Collection, Distribution Automation System

    Oct. 1, 2011
    The City of Chandler, Arizona, recently completed a migration of its automated control systems. The project replaced aging Modicon 984 Compact brand PLCs with modern Modicon M340...
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    Treatment

    City Opens Doors to Water Purification Demonstration Project

    Oct. 1, 2011
    The City of San Diego, California, opened the doors this summer to its new Advanced Water Purification Facility. The small-scale wastewater treatment plant will product recycled...

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    Potable Water Quality

    EPA Approves Biological Product for Controlling Mussels

    Oct. 1, 2011
    The Environmental Protection Agency has approved use of a biological product for controlling invasive mussels.
    Asset Management

    Software Helps Guide Water Utility Decision Making

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Two new software systems released by Innovyze are designed to help water system managers make informed decisions, whether in the treatment plant control room, in the office or...
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    Distribution

    Products & Services: PIPE

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Pipe strain measurementMeasure the effects of pipe strain on shaft alignment with Optalign Smart’s Pipe Strain Wizard. This program checks for strain from external sources acting...
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    Product Showcase

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Aeration systemsAirmaster Aerator specializes in wastewater aeration systems and aeration equipment. The company’s Turbo X-Treme aeration system features stainless steel construction...
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    Treatment

    New Literature

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Valve systemsOnyx Valve has developed a new website that makes it easier for customers to obtain timely information on the company’s check valves, pinch valves, pressure sensors...
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    Infrastructure Funding

    Selecting the Right Mechanical Seal Housing can Increase Seal Life

    Oct. 1, 2011
    As pointed out in the July 2011 Pump Tips Column, on Mechanical Seals, the housing design around the mechanical seal can have a large impact on the life of the mechanical seal...
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    Stormwater Management

    Subsurface Systems for Stormwater Management

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Stormwater is rainwater and melted snow that runs off streets, lawns, and other sites. When stormwater is absorbed into the ground, it is filtered and ultimately replenishes aquifers...
    Potable Water Quality

    Dolly Parton & How To Succeed In Our Industry

    Oct. 1, 2011
    Each year a hundred or more popular books are published telling us how best to manage our operations and businesses. When I was a young man, back before disposable diapers, I ...
    Potable Water Quality

    USGS Examines Trace Elements in Untreated Water Supplies

    Oct. 1, 2011
    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has reported that about 20% of untreated water samples from public, private, and monitoring wells across the nation contain concentrations of...
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    Infrastructure Funding

    Congress Considers Lifting Private Activity Bond Cap

    Oct. 1, 2011
    With the recent debate over the ballooning national debt, it's clear that the water industry can't expect much additional funding from Congress in the next few years.
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    Treatment

    Disc Filter Technology Provides Successful Replacement for Existing Media

    Oct. 1, 2011
    The Oconomowoc, WI, Wastewater Treatment Facility replace its traveling bridge sand filters with a new Hydrotech Discfilter system from Kruger. The system was designed to meet...