Inside the December 2017 Issue of Treatment Plant Operator
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Cover Story
Tony Wood learned through long and hard experience to become an expert operator, superintendent and grant writer for the clean-water plant in Osgood, Indiana.

Hearts and Minds
Seeing, hearing and touching are better teachers than books for kids in the Western Virginia Water Authority’s outreach and education programs.

Top Performer - Plant
Plain old experience and diligence keep treatment performance consistently on track for the clean-water plant team in Marshall, Missouri.

Top Performer - Plant
Hendersonville’s water filtration plant has highly advanced processes, but the credit for its quality output belongs to an experienced team of operators.

Top Performer - Operator
Award-winning water quality analyst Andrew Johnson thrives on new challenges, outperforming permit requirements and serving the community.

Tech Talk
When choosing blower technology, consider not just the design of the machine, but the conditions under which it must operate.

Sustainable Operations
A New Mexico town arranges to receive a major supply of renewable energy with no upfront investment and no responsibility for system operations.

How We Do It - Water
A temporary supervisor helps a California water district through a staffing transition and in the bargain adds valuable insights on system operations and future planning.

Plantscapes
A student-designed mural in Illinois on Decatur’s above-ground water reservoir becomes a point of visual interest along a busy highway.

In My Words
Water and wastewater utilities increasingly rely on data from multiple devices. Effective analysis and reliability help maximize efficiency, safety and compliance.

Technology Deep Dive
A new series of large-capacity diesel generator sets includes innovations designed to deliver high performance and efficiency in compact footprints.
Here's the Secret to Success in Water and Wastewater
Let's Be Clear
In any profession, it’s not pure talent that makes people great. It’s seizing that talent and getting the most from it. That starts with genuinely loving one’s chosen line of work.
Exam Study Guide
Exam Study Guide
Industry News - December 2017
Industry News
Product News - December 2017
Product News

Product Spotlight

Worth Noting
People/Awards; Calendar
Water Environment Federation Presents Awards for Operational and Design Excellence
Plant Proficiencies - December 2017
Plant Proficiencies