Massachusetts Utility Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Payout in 3M PFAS Settlement

Back to the E-Newsletter Archive The Dedham-Westwood Water District will receive over $4.9 million in settlement funds via a 2023 lawsuit against multiple manufacturers of aqueous film-forming foam.

09.19.2025

Municipal wastewater and water treatment facility news for industry leading operators, managers and superintendents

The Twin-Shaft Grinder That's Changing the Service and Repair Model

Twin-shaft grinders are praised for their ability to cut through tough solids and stringy waste but so many are hard to service — except for the XRipper. Read more

Sponsored by: Vogelsang

C2 CHEM-FEED Diaphragm Metering Pump

Deliver precise chemical feed quietly and efficiently, even under high system pressures. Read more

Sponsored by: Blue-White Industries

Massachusetts Utility Awarded Over $4.9 Million in 3M PFAS Settlement

The Dedham-Westwood Water District will receive over $4.9 million in settlement funds via a 2023 lawsuit against multiple manufacturers of aqueous film-forming foam. Read more

Wet-Weather Treatment Using AquaStorm Cloth Media Filtration

The proven performance and operational advantages of cloth media filtration models a viable solution for primary filtration or wet-weather treatment applications. Read more

Sponsored by: Aqua-Aerobic Systems

Enhancing Wastewater Treatment with Efficient Blower Systems

As designers and operators of wastewater treatment plants know all too well, the selection and sizing of blowers has a direct impact on the effectiveness and long-term cost of operations. Read more

Sponsored by: Kaeser Compressors

Oklahoma Sanitary Sewer Expo Slated for Oct. 27-29

Over the past five years, this event has become the premier sewer expo in Oklahoma, designed specifically for the cities and towns in Oklahoma. Read more

Unveiling October: Dive Into Our Latest Issue!

The October issue of Treatment Plant Operator is out, featuring Brittany Reynolds, lead operator for Birmingham (Alabama) Water Works. After a career setback, Reynolds found her calling in water treatment. She's passionate about training new employees, especially from under-resourced communities, a dedication that earned her an Operator of the Year award. Watch preview

Sponsored by: SWAN Analytical USA Inc.

“The goal is and always has been to reach students with a big campaign to get them, and ultimately their parents, to recognize the importance of water in their lives.”

From the article: All Manner of Art: Kids Are Drawn to Water