Treatment systems servicing small communities are held to the same high standards as those in metropolitan areas. But limited operating budgets mean cost is a constant consideration in those municipalities. Fortunately AqueoUS Vets offers an innovative treatment alternative for low flow applications that empowers utilities to run with operational independence.
That alternative is a water treatment cartridge system designed to remove PFAS, arsenic, and other contaminants of emerging concern (CECs) from groundwater. The plug-and-play system treats flows from 5 to 400 gpm, is easy to install, operate and maintain, and offers leasing options to eliminate capital expenditures — which can be an attractive alternative for communities lacking substantial capital funding.
“Upcoming PFAS regulations will be challenging, expensive, and a drain on the resources of all water systems, particularly those in small or underserved communities,” says Rob Craw, Aqueous Vets president and CEO. “With this new product line, AV expands its Concept to Commission commitment and can now provide treatment options that address the complete range of flow applications and capacities, from the smallest, rural 10 gpm plant to the largest utilities requiring 30 mgd or more.”
The NSF-certified modular product line offers the flexibility of increasing flows or treating multiple contaminants by selecting the specific filter to meet treatment goals. These systems also address long-term waste concerns with responsible and certified media disposal with a convenient self-disposal system.
“Not only does the new system offer convenience and flexibility, but it also puts control of ongoing operations and maintenance back into the hands of the utilities, where it belongs,” says Craw. “It eliminates the need for outside design, install or service, giving utilities independence and freedom from third-party media service providers.”
According to Craw, the company is now applying its Concept to Commission approach to small systems designed to be as simple as changing a refrigerator filter cartridge. Bridging the knowledge gap between engineering, manufacturing, installation and commissioning with a consultative approach, the company works with clients to customize a solution built specifically to address the individual utility’s needs.
“This customizable system enables utilities of all sizes to remain in compliance and achieve treatment objectives without the capital expense,” says Craw.
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