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How to Size Diaphragm Actuated Control Valves

How to Size Diaphragm Actuated Control Valves

Water Management March 2, 2016 at 12:00 am

There are many options and several conditions that need to be considered when purchasing the right valve for a job. The more information from the field, the better the choice will be. The ultimate goal is to have the best valve for the job required at the most economical price. While it is not rocket science to do this, there is some fundamental information that needs to be taken into account to ensure the proper valve is chosen.

PVC Pipe: Numerous Benefits for Numerous Applications

PVC Pipe: Numerous Benefits for Numerous Applications

Water Management March 2, 2016 at 12:00 am

Sustainable infrastructure is vital to the well-being of our society and environment. When done responsibly, underground construction helps communities conserve and move energy, process waste, store water and more. Pipe is a major component of underground systems, and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe has become a preferred solution for infrastructure projects because of its long-lasting attributes.

EPA Chief to Give Keynote at AMWA?s Water Policy Conference

EPA Chief to Give Keynote at AMWA?s Water Policy Conference

Water Management February 29, 2016 at 12:00 am

EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy will deliver the keynote address at the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies’ (AMWA) Water Policy Conference, March 20-23 in Washington, D.C.

EPA Releases Mapping Tool to Help Protect Source Water

Water Management February 29, 2016 at 12:00 am

Earlier this month, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released an online mapping tool aimed at helping the public, water system operators, state programs and federal agencies protect source water.

Senate Close to Deal on Bill for Flint Assistance, Lead Notification

Senate Close to Deal on Bill for Flint Assistance, Lead Notification

Water Management February 29, 2016 at 12:00 am

Last week, U.S. Senators were approaching a bipartisan deal on legislation that would help Flint, Mich., and cities across the country improve their water infrastructure. The agreement was announced last week by a group of senators and would also revise public notification rules following the detection of lead in community water supplies.

New Emails from Governor’s Office Reveal Lack of Transparency over Flint

New Emails from Governor’s Office Reveal Lack of Transparency over Flint

Water Management February 29, 2016 at 12:00 am

Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder?s office released new emails over the weekend related to his administration?s handling of Flint?s contaminated water system. The emails revealed that some of Snyder?s top advisors advocated switching Flint’s drinking water away from the highly corrosive Flint River more than a year before the crisis became serious.

New Poll Finds 95 Percent of Americans Want Investment in Water Systems

New Poll Finds 95 Percent of Americans Want Investment in Water Systems

Water Finance February 24, 2016 at 12:00 am

The Value of Water Coalition has released the results of a new national poll on public attitudes and concerns about water.

CNN Announces Details for Democratic Presidential Debate in Flint

Water Management February 23, 2016 at 12:00 am

On March 6, CNN is hosting a Democratic presidential debate featuring Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders in Flint, Mich. A massive crisis over toxic drinking water in the city has made Flint the subject of national headlines for months.

Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Wins Water Quality Modeling Award

Water Management February 22, 2016 at 12:00 am

Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), of Houston, has earned a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement in the American Council of Engineering Companies? (ACEC) 49th annual Engineering Excellence Awards.

AWWA Names Aurel Arndt Treasurer

AWWA Names Aurel Arndt Treasurer

Water Management February 22, 2016 at 12:00 am

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) Board of Directors has announced that Aurel Arndt of Allentown, Pa., was elected as the association?s treasurer at its winter board meeting.