New Developments in RO
This presentation discusses advancements in reverse osmosis (RO) spiral wound element design with emphasis on 16-inch RO elements. Differences between 16-inch RO elements and traditional 8-inch elements are discussed along […]
Overview – Wells 21 and 22 Treatment Plant
This presentation discusses the planning, design, and construction of the Wells 21 and 22 Treatment Plant for the Irvine Ranch Water District. The presentation begins with an overview of the […]
What’s New in (Flat Plate/Sheet) MBR?
This presentation discusses methods for improving flat sheet membrane bioreactor (MBR) performance and reliability. The topics discussed include peak storm flow management, oxygen transfer, and membrane cleaning. The presentation concludes […]
Reverse Osmosis Facility Operational Cost Optimization
This presentation discusses equipment improvements and process optimization approaches at the South Coast Water District Groundwater Recovery Facility. The presentation begins with an overview of the Groundwater Recovery Facility as […]
Iron and Manganese Removal at a Brackish Water Desalination Facility
This presentation discusses the use of pyrolusite media filtration for the removal of iron and manganese from a reverse osmosis bypass stream at the Richard A. Reynolds Desalination Facility. The […]
Treating Water for Industrial Use
This presentation documents the treatment schemes used by the West Basin Municipal Water District to treat secondary effluent for industrial use and describes issues encountered with an existing microfiltration (MF) […]
Design, Procurement & Fabrication – An OEM Perspective
This presentation documents membrane system design, procurement, and fabrication considerations for projects that use an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Topics discussed include specification review, project budgeting, procurement approach, bidding schedule, […]
Decrease Membrane Treatment Capital And O&M Costs With Optimum Flux Rates
Guest Column | June 30, 2014 | Reproduced with Permission of Water Online By Harold G. Fravel Jr., Executive Director, American Membrane Technology Association and Karen Lindsey, VP, Avista Technologies, […]
Converting from Lime Softening to Reverse Osmosis and Iron Removal
This presentation discusses the conversion of the City of Allegan Water Plant from a lime softening facility to a reverse osmosis (RO) facility for the treatment of groundwater. The presentation […]
Advancements in Green Chemistry for Membrane Systems
This presentation discusses the development, testing, and applicability of green chemical cleaning and antiscalant products for reverse osmosis (RO) processes. The presentation begins with an overview of the goals of […]
