July 2011 Issue of TPO

A new process and a dedicated staff help a Washington treatment plant get in step with permit requirements and earn state recognition for excellence

A dual-axis solar photovoltaic system means a future of major savings on electricity for the treatment plant in Madera, Calif.

Virginia towns collaborate on a seminar to help local government leaders understand water and wastewater systems — and appreciate the people who run them

An innovative vacuuming technique helps a Washington State sewer and water district restore a plugged gravel filter to quality performance

A pulsed-air mixing system helps an Ohio city resolve a solids pumping issue at a newly upgraded wastewater treatment plant

Roger Descoteaux heads an award-winning industrial pretreatment program that protects his plant’s process and keeps the Merrimack River clean

Suomi Joins Gorman-Rupp as District Manager; Hach’s BIG Picture Contest to Award $140,000; JDV to Provide Baleen Filter in U.S.; Staco Energy Names Lewis Regional Sales Manager; Huber Technology Names Hicks President

Sometimes it’s not the people out in the community, it’s the ones in the city or village hall whose hearts and minds you most need to win

Rain gardens at the treatment plant in Superior, Wis., help control site runoff and support stormwater education for the community

Featured new products.

Pakscan P3 from Rotork Controls

Phil Webster acts as manager, volunteer coordinator, public educator and more as he leads the Water Pollution Control Department in Sedalia, Mo.

A Virginia treatment plant prepares in advance for tighter nutrient standards and uses outreach to win public support for a major process upgrade

People/Awards; Education; Calendar