Water Conditioning & Purification

Sep 12, 2023 | wcponline.com | Matthew Wirth

By Matthew WirthIf the water industry has known as far back as the 1800s that air-enhanced backwash improves filter function and saves water (Image A), why is this backwash process so seldom used in applications other than municipal and industrial filtration? It is not the intent of knowledgeable water professionals to squander water, one of our most precious resources. System designers seek improved functionality and predictable quality results.

Sep 12, 2023 | wcponline.com | Paul Bergeron

By Paul BergeronThe work continues to flow, just like the water. Demand for plumbing services, well installations and inspections, and water chemistry balancing are important everywhere, including the unique and challenging areas of Wisconsin. Dedication to Be a Master PlumberBernie Friedenfels has been a plumbing professional since 2002.

Aug 16, 2023 | wcponline.com | Brooke K. Mayer

By Brooke K. Mayer, PhD, PEThroughout the course of our daily activities, humans are continuously exposed to a vast array of microorganisms, the majority of which are harmless or even beneficial. However, a small fraction of microorganisms, known as pathogens, cause disease or infection. Waterborne diseases are transmitted through ingestion of contaminated water, i.e., a fecal-oral route. These microorganisms are referred to as enteric pathogens, or those that infect the gastrointestinal tract.

Aug 15, 2023 | wcponline.com | Gary Battenberg

By Gary BattenbergIn the first three parts of this series, we looked at appli­cations in which activated carbon (AC) has proven to be effective for removal or reduction of organic chemicals, chemical compounds, and other contaminants such as detergents and heavy metals. In this final installment, we will look at those contaminants for which carbon may have only a limited application and those for which remediation by activated carbon is not recommended.

Jul 5, 2023 | wcponline.com | Gary Battenberg