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A Paradigm Shift In Reservoir Management
Reservoir managers are utilizing a risk management framework along with innovative metrics to address the root causes of lake degradation, including eutrophication, hypoxia, and harmful algal blooms.
What's That Microplastic? Advances In Machine Learning Are Making Identifying Plastics In The Environment More Reliable Microplastics — the tiny particles of plastic shed when litter breaks down — are everywhere, from the deep sea to Mount Everest, and many researchers worry that they could harm human health. Now, a team of scientists has developed a tool to make identification of microplastics using their unique chemical fingerprint more reliable.
PFAS Testing Boom: U.S. Analytical Instrumentation Market Set For Rapid Expansion
The U.S. per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) analytical instrumentation market is poised for strong expansion, with a projected CAGR exceeding 20% over the next seven years, according to a new report by Verify Markets.¹ Valued at approximately $190 million in 2024, the market is expected to surpass $800 million by 2031. Key drivers in the market include rising concerns over increasing risks associated with PFAS exposure, the U.S. EPA’s federal rule on drinking water, and investments to boost testing and treating PFAS in water.
New Arsenal For Algae Outbreaks
How communities are protecting drinking water reservoirs without relying on chemicals.
Market Outlook: Growth Opportunities In PFAS Water And Wastewater Treatment (2024-2031) The U.S. PFAS water and wastewater treatment equipment market is expected to grow at over 11% from 2024 to 2031, primarily driven by stringent regulatory requirements and enhanced public awareness of PFAS contamination risks. The market was estimated at over $90 million in 2024.
PFAS Exposure In Water Can Increase Infections In Children: Study
Prenatal exposure to PFAS may impact the immune system and increase the risk of certain childhood infections, a new study shows. It is the largest study of the potential health impacts of PFAS, as well as the first to focus on the link between the chemicals and commonly diagnosed infections in children.
Efficient Carbon And Ion Exchange Media Exchange
This document outlines the essential steps required to exchange spent media, including disposal of spent media.
Identifying Contaminants Of Concern
In this article, we outline the sources, occurrence, known health issues, and mitigation options for specific contaminants.
Lobbying In PFAS Industry Is Rife Across Europe — The Inside Story
A team of academic researchers, lawyers, and journalists from 16 European countries has exposed a huge lobbying campaign aimed at gutting a proposed EU-wide restriction on the use of “forever chemicals.” This campaign saw significant increases in the lobbying expenditure of major producers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Wildfires Can Contaminate Drinking Water Systems With Harmful Chemicals — Here's What Los Angeles Needs To Know Several local water systems in the Los Angeles area have begun issuing warnings about not using the potentially unsafe drinking water. Here's what residents in the area, and anyone else living near where a wildfire burns, need to know.

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WATERTRAK™ Light Industrial Reverse Osmosis

The LRL Series is a truly engineered system. From pretreatment through RO tank level and posttreatment, the LRL RO family becomes a “system” by simply activating standard features.

SORB™ Contaminant Removal Solutions

As PFAS and other emerging contaminants of concern are increasingly regulated, De Nora is developing new and effective methods for addressing CECs, innovating for the future.

MECTAN® Induced Vortex Grit Chamber

Grit is a source of problems in wastewater treatment facilities, which causes wear and tear on mechanical equipment, decreases the effective treatment volume in basins, causes pipe blockages and generally increases operating costs.

Toray RO Seawater RO Elements

Following 4”, 8” and 16” membranes can be used in multiple membrane systems to treat sea water or high salinity water > 10’000 ppm. The 4” membrane types can be used for small private or shipboard sea water desalination.

EPRO™ LMF Reverse Osmosis Systems

EPRO™ LMF Series are engineered our from the ground up to provide maximum treatment efficiency in a compact, skidded package. This series of RO systems removes impurities, such as bacteria and dissolved solids, from source water, including brackish water. Available configurations deliver permeate flow rates of 21 to 60 GPM (30,000 to 86,400 GPD) to address the diverse requirements of light industrial applications and commercial users.

Desalination Of Sea Water

Desalination is the name given to processes that remove salt from water

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PFAS Unpacked: Experts Answer Questions On EPA Rules, Funding, Treatment, And More

Monitoring Know-How For PFAS Regulations

A Q&A to explain and resolve issues confronting water suppliers as they endeavor to comply with the monitoring requirements of federal PFAS regulations.
Clearing LCRI Hurdles

Assessing what lies ahead in the 10-year race to go lead-free, otherwise known as the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI).
Making Sense Of GRR For LCRR: How Galvanized Service Lines Factor Into Inventory Requirements

Many water systems are still tackling the challenge of identifying and compliantly managing galvanized and galvanized-requiring-replacement (GRR) service lines.
A Tiny Bit Of PFAS

In the most recent edition of Water Innovations, there is not a single article focused on PFAS. That wouldn't be exceptional if not for the fact that discussion around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances has so thoroughly dominated the water space lately. And yet, I penned this as an intro to the edition — just "a tiny bit of PFAS" content — because a small portion of PFAS is of the utmost importance in terms of treatment, policy, and cost.
How CERCLA Complicates The PFAS Problem

As states and the federal government attempt to crack down on the proliferation of PFAS and their health consequences with a spate of new regulations, there is one significant upcoming ruling that will have tremendous impact for compliance and costs: the final rule on PFAS CERCLA designation.

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6 Wastewater Treatment Problems Jet Aeration Can Solve

This article delves into the six most prevalent wastewater treatment issues in industrial treatment plants and explores how jet aeration and jet mixing technology can effectively mitigate them.
AOP Removal In Aquifer Remediation

In this case study, read about a successful pilot test in Long Island, New York, removing 1,4 dioxane from water. The technology used offers improved efficiency, reduced maintenance, and ongoing monitoring for reliable water treatment.
Navigating Design Complexities With Qorvo's Innovative Software Tools

Unlock the power of Qorvo's Design Hub, providing engineers with cutting-edge RF and analog design tools previously exclusive to Qorvo teams. Streamline your projects with precision and efficiency.
AquaKnight FAQ

Calgon Carbon has been implementing high-performing adsorption equipment for over 35 years and has developed expertise in design, manufacture, and utilization of activated carbon solutions. These solutions offer customers the lowest total cost of ownership along with superior performance, ease of carbon changeouts, and the ability to treat to very low levels.
How Pipeline Monitoring Transforms A Smart Water City

Learn about Smart Water Cities, a forward-thinking approach that leverages advanced Information and Communication Technologies like big data and AI to monitor and manage urban water systems in real time.
How Instrumentation Powers The Circular Water Economy

The Circular Water Economy is built on the so-called six Rs: "Reduce," "Reuse," "Recycle," "Reclaim," "Recover," and "Restore". The six elements represent different strategies aimed at sustainable water management and conservation.
Providing Safe Drinking Water To A Rural Community Impacted By PFAS

Read about how ECT2 was able to help a customer and their engineering team design and install a treatment system quickly after PFAS were detected in their drinking water.
PFAS Treatment: Tackling "Forever Chemicals" In Our Environment

This guide delves into the history, widespread applications, and evolving strategies to understand and mitigate the impacts of PFAS on health and ecosystems.
Why Portable 6-Lead Devices Are The Future Of Cardiac Monitoring

Explore advanced technologies that offer a remote solution to maintain rigorous standards for ECG assessment while adapting your trial to have a more patient-centered design.
Top 10 Most Cited QSR Clauses In FDA FY2023 Medical Device Inspections

By proactively addressing recurring deficiencies in Design Controls and risk management, manufacturers can ensure FDA compliance and prioritize patient safety and device effectiveness.
How To Avoid Byproduct Formation When Using An Ozone And Biologically Active Filtration System

This article will cover the different types of byproducts that can occur, along with specific examples, and what is needed to reduce their presence in the final effluent.
Is It Safe To Mate SMA And 2.92mm Connectors?

Learn the intricacies of mating SMA and 2.92mm connectors. While often compatible, varying tolerances and design disparities require caution. Delve into MIL-STD-348B specifications and considerations.
Making Sense Of GRR For LCRR: How Galvanized Service Lines Factor Into Inventory Requirements

Many water systems are still tackling the challenge of identifying and compliantly managing galvanized and galvanized-requiring-replacement (GRR) service lines.
All Eyes On X-Ray Inspection For Big Box Retailers

Major retailers are mandating x-ray inspection for their suppliers. Uncover why this technology is crucial, and its capabilities beyond contamination detection to encompass vital quality and integrity checks.

Analytics: A Referee For The Tug-Of-War Between MSC-EVs' Nature And Nurture

Like a referee in a contest, advanced analytical methods are essential to mediate the push and pull of different factors influencing therapeutic efficacy.
Exosome Isolation By TFF And Size Exclusion Chromatography

Here, we demonstrate a scalable workflow for the isolation of exosomes that combines tangential flow filtration for the concentration of exosomes followed by gentle size exclusion chromatography.
AFC SEMPER RPM Offers Water Hammer Insight For Monroe, North Carolina

Discover how the implementation of pressure sensing technology has allowed the city of Monroe, North Carolina to gain greater insight into its distribution system and why main breaks were occurring.
A Closer Look At Inspection Systems In Tablet And Capsule Production

Walk through the rigorous inspection process pharmaceutical products undergo to ensure safety and quality, from granulated ingredients to packaging.

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