Tuesday, December 18th, 2018
Access to clean water is a critical factor that affects the overall health of citizens in any part of the world. For water to be termed ‘clean,’ it must be free from toxic chemicals and substances and harmful pathogens that could make supply unsafe for human consumption. A significant water pollutant is 1,2,3-Trichloropropane or 1,2,3-TCP. […]
Read MoreTuesday, December 4th, 2018
Water is an essential substance required for many industrial processes across the country. Wastewater is water that has been contaminated from organic, inorganic pollutants produced as waste products of various physical and chemical processes in industries. Industrial water pollution is an issue of concern to environmental regulatory authorities in the United States. Federal environmental laws, […]
Read MoreTuesday, November 6th, 2018
Surface water contamination is a significant problem for municipal authorities. It can lead to pollution on a large scale and be a cause of major illness in humans. Knowing how to recognize it, minimize its occurrence, and treat the problem effectively is vital to maintaining a safe water supply. What is Surface Water Pollution? Water […]
Read MoreFriday, November 2nd, 2018
As water increasingly becomes a limited resource, it’s more important than ever to limit your water footprint and reduce water usage. Here are several specific strategies your facility can implement. What is a Water Footprint? A water footprint is the amount of water you consume or pollute when manufacturing your products. Your water footprint can […]
Read MoreThursday, November 1st, 2018
Closely related to Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) is another important water quality parameter that industrial and municipal authorities should be familiar with to determine the best wastewater treatment methods for their needs. What Is Chemical Oxygen Demand? Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) is the amount of oxygen required to oxidize all soluble […]
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