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What is Activated Carbon?

Although the term granular activated carbon is used generically, it can refer to dozens of similar – but not identical- adsorbents. Depending on raw material, method and degree of activation and other factors, activated carbons can perform differently in various applications.

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Evaluating the Advantages of Decentralized Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) Wastewater Treatment

Much of the progress on wastewater effluent quality under the Clean Water Act has focused on centralized facilities in larger cities. Now, decentralized systems are expanding options for municipalities, developers, and engineers to support high-quality wastewater treatment in locales that can’t sustain conventional septic systems or make it too costly to build or access centralized wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) or water reuse facilities.

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Capitalizing on Evolving PFAS Removal Options

Granular activated carbon (GAC) and ion exchange (IX) resin have long histories in removing a variety of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as ‘forever chemicals.’ But choosing optimal treatment vessel and media efficiency depends on the specifics of the application. Here are some performance considerations of evolving options that can pay dividends for first-time and experienced PFAS removal operators alike.

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Navigating the Carbon Exchange Landscape

Granular activated carbon (GAC) filters are an increasingly popular technology for removing contaminants from liquid or vapor-state water. To remain effective, carbon media must be replaced periodically. The best way to handle spent carbon depends on a variety of factors, including the application, contaminants adsorbed, local regulations, staff expertise, and more.

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How Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Can Protect Against Drought

How Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Can Protect Against Drought (wateronline.com) Not long ago, water reuse was seen as…

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How To Make Stormwater Compliance Accessible

For most businesses, managing stormwater falls well outside their area of expertise. Keeping up with changing rules and regulations can be overwhelming, not to mention the challenge of taking samples, testing for contaminants, and determining whether one is in or out of compliance.

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Aquip® Receives General Use Level Designation (GULD) Approval

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Newterra® Stormwaterx® Aquip® Filtration System Receives General Use Level Designation (GULD) Approval From The…

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Newterra Acquires H2O Engineering, Inc.

Adds deeper experience and innovative technologies for complex environmental and water challenges.  CORAOPOLIS, PA. – October 7, 2022 – Newterra…

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Aquip® Receives GULD Designation

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Newterra® Stormwaterx® Aquip® Filtration System Receives General Use Level Designation (GULD) Approval From The Washington…

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