December 2021 Issue of TPO

Von Eggers is not afraid to tackle any assignment that comes his way. Still, he was shocked upon being named Operator of the Year.

Skilled operators and innovative technologies make an unbeatable combination in water and wastewater treatment plants.Explore the possibilities in this special section.

Licensing exams can be challenging. Our Exam Study Guide helps you prepare by presenting questions similar to those on an actual exam. You can find many more sample questions on the TPO website at www.tpomag.com/study.

Have you ever wondered what your life might be like if, at certain career and personal crossroads, you had made different choices?

A colorimetric analyzer delivers continuous, real-time measurement of ammonia and orthophosphate in wastewater treatment processes.

An operator who followed his grandfather and father into the clean-water profession reflects on his career and the state of the industry.

A plant upgrade including new pumps and controls and a plant-wide SCADA system helps an Ohio city solve a long-standing problem of combined sewer overflows.

A southern California utility uses electronics to detect impending algae blooms in a recycled water reservoir — and then destroys them with ultrasound.

A new water reclamation facility fulfills a critical need for a West Texas city while supplying reliable, affordable water to an oil and natural gas producer.

Labor savings and innovation are the watchwords for the small but dedicated team at the clean-water plant in Newport, Vermont.

A California district’s recycled water outreach campaign includes a video that highlights the roles of staff members.