WEF Highlights

Collection Systems 2013: Gold Nuggets of Knowledge June 9–12, Sacramento (Calif.) Convention Center Discover different methods practitioners use throughout the U.S. to plan, design, and build collection systems. Explore alternate delivery methods and determine if they are a good fit for pending projects. For more details, see the draft of the technical program or the […]

Operational Optimization in Wastewater Utilities May 15, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Register now. Construction Inspection for Trenchless Rehabilitation May 22, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Register now. Process Control for Biological Nutrient Removal May 29, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Register now. Optimizing Clarifier Design and Performance Series Part 3 — Case Histories and Discussion June 5, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) […]

Residuals and Biosolids 2013: Emerging Opportunities for Sustainable Resource Recovery May 5–8, Nashville Convention Center Explore the development, implementation, operation, and maintenance of residuals and biosolids management, as well as the latest approaches, practices, and techniques for the new direction in which this field is heading. Register now. Energy & Water 2013: Integrated Solutions for […]

Optimizing Clarifier Design and Performance Series Part 1 – Standards, Design, and Characteristics April 10, 1–3 p.m. (EDT) Review design standards and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency manual procedures, as well as flow control and the effects of various unit processes on performance; discuss clarifier configurations and components; and determine or verify loading rates. Register now. […]

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA; Quincy, Mass.) seeks public input for the next revision of the NFPA 820 Standard for Fire Protection in Wastewater Treatment and Collection Facilities. The standard, which originated in 1983 and typically is revised every 3 to 5 years, establishes minimum requirements for protection against fire with the support of […]

Disinfection and Public Health Conference 2013 Feb. 24–26, Hyatt Regency Indianapolis Learn about disinfection needs and technologies around the world at scales ranging from large urban water resource recovery facilities to small-community and household systems. Register now. The Utility Management Conference™ 2013 March 10–13, Renaissance Glendale (Ariz.) Hotel Hear how water utilities are challenged with […]

Collection Systems: Business Case for Action Feb. 20, 1–3 p.m. (EST) Learn about various collection systems topics, including acceptable levels of flows, the drive for replacement and rehabilitation, and the use of specific tools, such as flow monitoring. Register now. Fundamentals of Grit Removal and Grit System Evaluation Webcast Series Part 1 Feb. 27, 1–3 […]

On April 19, veteran U.S. Operations Challenge competitors joined to compete against 20 teams in the 6th Olimpiadas Sanitarias in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Team members attended the event not only as competitors but also as ambassadors. “Operations Challenge allows us to reach out to other countries and build relationships and introduce them to the wonderful […]