Problem: A wastewater treatment plant in Albuquerque, New Mexico faced significant clogging in 12 clarifiers with narrow uptake pipes. The site needed...
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New Mexico Municipality Updates Clarifier System
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Municipality updates clarifier system
Problem: A wastewater treatment plant in Albuquerque, New Mexico faced significant clogging in 12 clarifiers with narrow uptake pipes. The...
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CLARIFIERS
Lakeside SpirafloThe Spiraflo clarifier from Lakeside is a peripheral feed clarifier designed for the removal of suspended solids in a primary, secondary...
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Evoqua’s Wastewater Aftermarket Parts and Services
Components and systems age at varying rates with some parts remaining useful while others are in imminent danger of failing. Often, the...
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Learning From the Godfather: This Operator and Superintendent Got His Start as a Child
William “Tucker” Randles got his introduction to wastewater from his godfather, who was a plant superintendent.
After starting his career as an operator,...
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Green Isn't Always Good. Here's How One Facility Keeps a Clarifier Green-Free.
Every kid wants a pet fish in the bedroom — until it’s time to scrub off the algae that grows on the...
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This Operations Team Takes Care of its Plant - Even if That Means Living There in an Emergency
When a wastewater treatment staff literally lives at the plant for five straight days during an ice storm, you’d expect them to...
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Surprised by Recognition: This Operator's Unassuming Style Includes Building Great Rapport With His Team
When Jeff LeMay got the call that he’d been named 2021 Regional Wastewater Operator of the Year by the U.S. EPA, “I...
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How to Maximize Clarifier Performance
Clarifiers are an important component of the wastewater treatment process. However, between corrosion, maintenance and changes in flow, it can be difficult...
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Extend the Life of Your Clarifier Drive Assemblies: Maintenance Tips and Field Rebuilds
The heart of a circular clarifier system is the drive assembly and with regular maintenance can operate efficiently for many years. However,...
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Your OEM Can Offer Valuable Help with Major Equipment Rehab Projects
The annals of home ownership are filled with stories of do-it-yourself projects gone wrong.Operators of water and wastewater treatment plants are more...
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Product Spotlights - Water: HDPE clarifier plates help substantially reduce maintenance costs
Throughout history, sedimentation has served as a tried-and-true method for water and wastewater treatment. That doesn’t mean the technology can’t be upgraded,...
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Exam Study Guide - November 2022
WASTEWATER
By Rick Lallish
What is the main cause of rising sludge in an activated sludge secondary clarifier?
A. Toxic shock loadB. DenitrificationC. NitrificationD. High...
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Product Focus: Clarifiers, Digesters, Water Towers, Structures and Components
Buildings/Structures
LEGACY BUILDING SOLUTIONS TENSION FABRIC BUILDINGS
Combining rigid-frame engineering with the proven benefits of tension fabric membranes, Legacy Building Solutions offers fabric structures that are...
