Q&A: Rethinking AI for Real-World Treatment Plant Operations

Back to the E-Newsletter Archive In this Q&A with TPO, Aquatic Informatics Chief Technology Officer Kevin Lysyk explains how AI can help tackle data quality challenges, optimize processes and stay ahead of compliance requirements.

04.15.2026

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

Delay Parts Replacement or Service With This Pump's Adjustment Feature

Vogelsang’s HiCone progressive cavity demonstrates how its design and adjustment system regain compression and overcome wear without part changes. View video

Sponsored by: Vogelsang

Q&A: Rethinking AI for Real-World Treatment Plant Operations

In this Q&A with TPO, Aquatic Informatics Chief Technology Officer Kevin Lysyk explains how AI can help tackle data quality challenges, optimize processes and stay ahead of compliance requirements. Read more

The Rugged High-Flow Pump

The FLEXFLO M5 peristaltic metering pump delivers high-volume precision fluid metering, with energy efficiency and reduced maintenance needs. Read more

Sponsored by: Blue-White Industries

Quick, Reliable Free and Total Chlorine Testing for Operators

The MD50 Chlorine Colorimeter from Lovibond is a rugged, hand-held instrument able to perform up to 5,000 tests on a single set of batteries and is housed in an IP67 chemical-resistant case. Get fast, accurate results with every test. Read more

Sponsored by: Lovibond

London Utility Debuts New Tool for Battling Wipes Blockage Issues

London utility Thames Water’s newest sewer tools may be tiny, but they’re already making a big impact in the fight against wipes blocking narrow pipes. Read more

Cake So Dry You’ll Swear Your Ex Made It

CarboNet chemistry produces significantly drier sludge (8% in a recent case) and cuts cost-to-treat up to 50%. Contact us for a sample kit or on-site trial. Unlike your ex, we won’t hang up the phone. Read more

Sponsored by: CarboNet

6 Reasons to Rethink Chlorine

UV treatment cuts costs, avoids harmful byproducts, and now treats approximately 50% of North American wastewater. See why utilities are switching — download the fact sheet.

Sponsored by: Trojan Technologies

Sustainable Operations: A New Solids Process Charts a Path to Energy Efficiency and Resilient Facilities

A New Jersey authority turns to biogas-fueled CHP for sustainable biosolids management and resiliency for the community and region. Read more

“It’s nice to see something I’ve worked on performing well and serving the community, and to know that the operators are excited to use it — that it’s an upgrade and makes their days easier.”

From the article: “Operator preference is a big thing.”