Inside the September 2009 Issue of Treatment Plant Operator

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Top Performer - Plant: A Little Creativity
The Town of Crewe (Va.) Wastewater Treatment Facility uses innovation to reduce nutrient levels in effluent and help protect the Chesapeake Bay
Industry News - September 2009
Hydraulic Institute Releases ANSI/HI Pump Standards; Parkson Opens Florida Water Campus; Matrix International Launches New Web Site; Philadelphia Mixing Introduces Lease, Rental Programs; Wallingford Software Acquires InfoStream; Wilo Consolidates Companies; D&B Adds Staff; Executive Honored; Smith Flow Control Adds Wastewater Representatives; Gardner Denver Marks 150th Anniversary; Smith & Loveless Redesigns Web Site
Reaching New Levels
Manufacturers continue a parade of innovations in digital technology that improves efficiency, quality and performance in treatment operations
Staying True
The City of Roseville, Calif., follows through on energy and environmental initiatives ranging from recycled water best practices to cooler effluent for local salmon run
More Control, Less Energy
An Illinois wastewater treatment plant uses a blower control system to end concerns about effluent DO and ammonia levels while saving on electricity
Electronic Ops
The Orange County Sanitation District digitizes its O&M manuals to improve access, enhance efficiency, and simplify regular updates
Why I Love This Industry
Nowhere else will you find so many capable, passionate, dedicated, down-to-earth people — who also happen to be greatly underappreciated
Part of the Skyline
The Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Brooklyn, N.Y., illuminates its digesters in a visually stunning cap to 10-year upgrade
Pumping Productivity
Inefficient pumping systems can be large energy wasters. Effective maintenance and thorough system assessments can keep pumps performing at their best.
Diversified Portfolio
The Neuse River Wastewater Treatment Plant uses varied methods of biosolids management to keep options open and make sure there is always a recipient
Proud to be the Sewer Guy
Butch Green and his team at the Frisco (Colo.) Sanitation District keep things ship-shape for residents and tourists in a small Rocky Mountain community
Getting Older, Get­ting Better
A dedicated state keeps the Pittsfield (Mass.) Wastewater Treatment Facility in full compliance even as tighter permit limits bring new challenges
Worth Noting - September 2009
People/Awards; Education; Calendar
IntelliPro System Monitors and Controls Processes