(15 October 2014)—World Vision, which is the largest nongovernmental provider of clean water in the developing world, has together with Grundfos announced a new partnership to provide clean water to 2 million people in sub-Saharan Africa during the next five years.
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(13 October 2014)—Between 2 and 7 October, the Haj 1435 H pilgrimage drew more than 3 million pilgrims to the holy quarter of Mashaer in Mecca.
Extensive preparation was required in order to deliver services to this location, which is a desert for the rest of the year. Saur helped to distribute clean drinking water and sanitation, both essential services for the pilgrims from both a ritual standpoint as well as for health and hygiene.
Dissolved air flotation pretreatment ensures the quantity and quality of freshwater production during red tides.
Pent-up demand in chemical and manufacturing industries will also contribute to the increase in market activity.
Cellular messages alert operators of low water levels, well pump leakages and power outages.
The Benton/Washington Regional Public Water Authority saved on energy costs and gave dependable service to its customers after replacement.
These specialized pumps assisted one company in developing a new water disinfection device for municipalities.
A Kansas treatment plant expanded operations to meet federal requirements for effluent nitrogen and phosphorus levels.
Material of construction, environmental conditions and IP ratings should be considered to maintain operating efficiency.
Fully integrated systems are critical for utilities when upgrading equipment and instrumentation.
Manufacturers can provide solutions for aging water and wastewater systems.
The construction, seals and protective monitoring contribute to the motor’s ability to operate in and under water.
A northeast Germany refinery increased its MTBF by upgrading eight pumps.
Reduce high vibration and increase reliability with CST gear motor technology in power generation applications.
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (Oct. 8, 2013) – The Water Environment Federation (WEF) and the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), two leading water organizations, have agreed to collaborate on a broad spectrum of water issues of mutual interest and benefit to the field. The agreement was signed in Chicago at WEFTEC 2013®, the world’s largest annual water quality conference and exhibition.
DENVER (Sept. 17, 2013) – Bruce Hauk, a 17-year water industry professional, has been appointed to the Partnership for Safe Water Steering Committee for a three-year term.
CHICAGO (July 15, 2013) – Producers of treatment chemicals will generate revenues of $11.9 billion next year in Asia. This is the latest forecast in the continually updated McIlvaine publication—“Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals: World Market.”
Water and Wastewater Chemical Revenues, Asa (millions of dollars)
SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland (July 15, 2013) – Xylem has won a contract to provide ultraviolet (UV) drinking water treatment solutions to the largest UV disinfection project ever undertaken in Sweden. The Xylem solutions will help deliver clean, treated drinking water to 900,000 people across 16 municipalities. The facility will have the capacity to handle a potential 25 percent increase in water volume to support future population growth.
WASHINGTON (April 17, 2013) – Nearly 200 water utility leaders from across the United States ascended the steps of Capitol Hill today, urging their members of Congress to vote for legislation that addresses the nation’s water infrastructure challenge and confronts mounting affordability concerns.
A commentary on why the U.S. should follow the European Union’s lead in establishing minimum efficiency standards for the pump industry
These pumps prove their worth in critical handling operations.