Volume 27, Issue 11

Pervious Pavers Provide New Solution for Stormwater Management

Nov. 1, 2011

Pervious pavers can function as a stand-alone stormwater control measure (SCM) in drainage applications or used in conjunction with other control measures to allow stormwater ...

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Managing High Wet Weather Flows with MBRs and High-Rate Clarification

Nov. 1, 2011

To counter wet weather flow or significant amounts of infiltration/inflow (I/I) an MBR system can be coupled with a biological contactor followed by the high-rate microsand ballasted...

Infrastructure Funding

Infrastructure Projects Good for Economy, Jobs

Nov. 1, 2011

I receive a stream of press releases every day, but I was struck recently by two that came hours apart and focused on the problem of aging infrastructure in the United States....

Distribution

HDPE Pipe Selected for Florida Transmission Main

Nov. 1, 2011

The Yankee Lake project in Seminole County, FL, is one of the first to use the St. Johns River as an alternative water supply to meet the future drinking water needs of its customers...

Infrastructure Funding

The Business of Water from the CEO's Perspective

Nov. 1, 2011

WWEMA hosted its annual Presidents Council event in Chicago in late September. CEOs from across the country gathered for lively discussions about the economy, politics, and the...

Infrastructure Funding

Jobs Act Sets High Bar for Water Project Funding

Nov. 1, 2011

Water infrastructure improvement projects were earmarked for only a small portion of President Barack Obama's proposed $447 billion American Jobs Act initiative.

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Infrastructure Funding

Keep Infrastructure Funds Flowing

Nov. 1, 2011

When I am completely disgusted by the 24 hour news cycle, I reach for The Onion - America's satirical newspaper. Their hysterical take on current events, both real and fictional...

Infrastructure Funding

NAWC Announces 2011 Management Innovation Award Winners

Nov. 1, 2011

The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) announced the NAWC Management Innovation Award winners at the 2011 NAWC Water Summit. The awards offer a unique opportunity ...

Energy Management

Back to Basics: How to Increase Pump Motor Efficiency

Nov. 1, 2011

Most pumps are driven by induction motors, which means that motors contribute to the overall pumping system efficiency. This column is dedicated to exploring the key motor efficiency...

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Products & Services: DISINFECTION

Nov. 1, 2011

Residual chlorine monitoringATI’s Q46H Chlorine Monitor is an upgraded version of the Q45H system for continuous monitoring of free or combined chlorine. The monitor capabilities...

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Chainsaw System Offers New Way to Cut Pipe

Nov. 1, 2011

The new PowerGrit® chainsaw-based system for cutting utility pipe is suited for in-ground pipe repairs, valve installations and other events that require pipe to be cut. The system...

Drinking Water

Diagnostic Program Helps Maximize Well Field Performance

Nov. 1, 2011

Leggette, Brashears & Graham (LBG) developed the Optimize Well Life and Performance (OWL) Program to optimize the performance and life of drinking water wells. The program consists...

Infrastructure Funding

Lighter Pipe, Custom Fittings Help Speed Plant Project

Nov. 1, 2011

Hobas Pipe USA provided centrifugally cast, fiberglass reinforced, polymer mortar (CCFRPM) pipe for the Spring Creek WWTP Improvement project. The pipe provided cost savings were...

Infrastructure Funding

Recommendations for Improving QA/QC Practices in Trenchless Rehab

Nov. 1, 2011

The EPA report, "Quality Assurance and Quality Control Practices for Rehabilitation of Sewer and Water Mains" summarizes the research findings and discusses gaps or needed improvements...

Drinking Water

New Standards May Target Contaminants From Sodium Hypochlorite

Nov. 1, 2011

Changes to NSF/ANSI Standard 60 may impact the use of sodium hypochlorite in drinking water systems. New rules are being considered for the contaminates bromate, perchlorate and...

Treatment

New Valveless Solution for Metering Concentrated Hypochlorite

Nov. 1, 2011

Bethpage Water District in Long Island overcame the priming and out-gassing issues associated with metering concentrated hypochlorite. Installing a Chloritrol® metering system...

Potable Water Quality

EPA Regional Focus: Spotlight on the Great Lakes

Nov. 1, 2011

EPA Region 5 serves six states Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin as well as 35 tribes. Under the agency's purview is a significant portion of the largest...