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San Francisco bay area city cleans Mossy mess - case study

In Contra Costa County, east of San Francisco, we installed an IWS Screen to remove all types of water borne debris including moss, grass, hyacinth and tumbleweeds. The installation reduces man hours and risk of injury from raking trash racks as well as keeping service lines clear. This project included: Traveling Screen(s) Elevator Pump Trash Container Control Panel Head Loss Level ...

Apr. 8, 2016

By International Water Screens

Investigation and Forecast Earthquake Damage for Sewage Systems

ABSTRACTJapan is known as one of the areas where earthquake occurs most to be located in border of oceanic plate and continental plate. On this account, earthquake countermeasures are pushed forward triggered by the great Hanshin earthquake (1995), but measures for existing facilities are not yet enough. In such situation, the mid Niigata prefecture earthquake of October 23, 2004 attacked ...

Oct. 22, 2006

By Water Environment Federation (WEF)

How to Start an Ice Blasting Business

Since we first introduced the world to our innovative wet ice blasting technology, we’ve fielded hundreds of questions from individuals exploring the idea of starting their own ice blasting cleaning business. If you are an entrepreneur who is looking for a way to differentiate yourself in the industrial cleaning industry, we’ve put together information for you on how to start your own ...

Jun. 12, 2020

By Coulson Ice Blast

China questions Canadian cleantech companies should consider

Canada boasts 700 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing innovative cleantech and sustainable development technologies, more than half which already export, and up to 10,000 SMEs involved in solutions and sectors where cleantech is applicable. Common challenges for many of the younger or earlier stage firms is accessing the development capital and industrial partners for requisite ...

May 14, 2014

By GLOBE SERIES

BeachTech and the biggest party in Barcelona

Every year BeachTech beach cleaning machines remove the waste from the beach of Barcelona, after 70,000 people celebrated the „San Juan's Day“ one of the biggest festivals of the city. For the annual Midsummer Night party in Barcelona on "San Juan's Day", the beaches of the metropolis become huge party areas for one night. Every year, BeachTech beach cleaning machines make a ...

Jul. 18, 2011

By Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG

Maps: Navigation or Communication Tool?

Since we first scratched directions into the dirt, maps have been the go-to when it comes to finding an unfamiliar place or geographical location. But they can offer more than just an address or walking route. Beyond the directions and street names, maps can tap into our instinctive understanding of the world in a powerful way by using identifiable symbols, geographical identification and ...

Jun. 8, 2016

By Arkit

Fine dust measurement in cities: Why clean air is a science in itself

It is not just something in the air, people are directly affected: The particle matter (PM) pollution is an often-discussed topic before all else in larger cities and metropolitan areas - which is quite right to do. Airborne particles are harmful to human health even in low concentrations which makes precise measurements verifying compliance with the statutory limit values even more ...

Apr. 15, 2020

By GRIMM Aerosol Technik Ainring GmbH & Co. KG - a member of the Durag Group

Anti Bacterial Technology in Chewing Gum Removal Machines

Today, most cities have strict rules on keeping the city clean. People who carelessly toss away chocolate wrappers or sandwich papers are fined to prevent them from repeating the act. There is also awareness programs designed to make people more conscious about the benefits of keeping their surroundings clean. In spite of all these efforts, some people simply cannot help disposing chewing gum ...

Nov. 4, 2012

By Daimer Industries Inc.

This Designer Is Cleaning Up City Smog and Turning It into Jewelry

A Dutch designer has created a new tower to filter city smog and — hopefully — help end China’s air pollution problem. China’s ongoing struggle with smog is notorious. Rapid industrialization paired with an initial lack of environmental oversight has created the perfect environment for poor air quality, thanks to the particulate matter churned out by cars and fossil fuel ...

Oct. 10, 2016

By Camfil Ltd

Engineering the future: GE foundation commits up to $100 million to guide diverse kids to engineering careers

Before Elizabeth Ivy Johnson interned at NASA’s High School Apprenticeship Research Program, at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, the summer before her senior year in high school, she never had dreamed of becoming an engineer. She had contemplated becoming a lawyer or accountant — careers she had heard would give her financial stability. She didn’t know any ...

Apr. 26, 2021

By GE Renewable Energy

A look at California`s landmark plastic bag ban

California Gov. Jerry Brown on Tuesday signed the nation's first statewide ban on single-use plastic shopping bags, following the lead of more than 100 California cities and counties. The fight between environmentalists and manufacturers is not over, as plastic bag makers vow to take their opposition to the ballot box. Here are some key things to know about the landmark legislation: WHAT DOES ...

Sep. 30, 2014

By Associated Press

Rethinking Water: One Man’s Mission

A cold glass of water. A warm shower. A pot of water for cooking. For many living in the world’s largest cities, access to clean drinking water is a given. Just turn on the faucet and it’s right there. But increasingly, access to clean water isn’t so easy or plentiful. A third of the world’s population doesn’t have access to clean drinking water, and the problem is ...

Sep. 5, 2019

By Orbia

City of Slidell’s drainage and sewer system recovery efforts following Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath damaged the drainage and the sewerage collection system in the City of Slidell (City), creating health and safety issues for both the general public and emergency/recovery personnel working in the city. The efforts by the City in restoring these systems were critical to making the city safe and functional for the return of its citizens. This paper will try and ...

Oct. 13, 2007

By Water Environment Federation (WEF)

Measurement of selected polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in water via ultrasound assisted emulsification–microextraction (USAEME) using low-density organic solvents

Despite bans and restrictions for their adverse health effects including endocrine disruption, due to their stability in the environment, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are still of concern for their residues in several matrices. This study employed low-density ultrasound-assisted emulsification–microextraction (USAEME) to measure selected PCBs (28, 52, 101, 118, 138, 153, and 180) in water ...

Oct. 21, 2015

By IWA Publishing

Study of water quality of sylhet city and its restaurants: health associated risk assessment

Sylhet is a developing city and a very attractive place for tourism. The city is very rich in natural resources and also attracts tourists and business entrepreneurs. Thus, it is imperative that the city maintains a health friendly environment, clean water and food. Since unclean water and food, poor sanitary and hygiene facilities in restaurants of the city remain a potential source of diseases ...

Jan. 11, 2005

By University of Tehran

Control VOCs and Odors

Manufactured gas plants (MGPs) have kept cities Iighted and fueled since the Industrial Revolution. Today, cleaning up these sites presents a special challenge because of the potential for release ofVOCs and odors. Fortunately, remediation professionals have several effective emission control technologies to choose from. Where are they located? The historical record of MGPs in the United States ...

Feb. 2, 2005

By Rusmar Inc.

How Are Clean Air Zones Impacting The HGV Industry?

Back in 2003, the introduction of the “congestion charge” was a radical move. Predictably, it divided opinion. Fast forward (almost) 20 years and opinion is still divided. Proponents of clean air zones see them as essential in the fight to protect the environment. Opponents point out that the expense of complying with them ultimately hurts individuals and small businesses. The ...

Apr. 27, 2021

By Fleetex

A day in the life of Fariha Hassan

In this new series, we take a look at some of the bright and knowledgeable people behind our success here at AdEdge Water Technologies and see how they tackle their day-to-day challenges. Today we are here with Fariha Hassan, a project manager with AdEdge since 2015. What is your role at AdEdge? I work with end users, engineers and contractors to execute projects to startup and commissioning ...

Jan. 2, 2019

By Adedge Water Technologies, LLC

What’s Denver doing on the EV-Ready list?

Looking at the list of the most EV-ready cities just released by Ford, it’s no surprise many of them are coastal. On the east and west coasts energy is pricey, so the pressure is on to achieve innovation that will control costs and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. But what’s up with Denver out there in the middle of the map, all by its lonesome? Government leaders in Colorado, ...

Apr. 20, 2011

By Energy Efficiency Markets LLC

Cities are finally treating water as a resource, not a nuisance

From Houston to Melbourne, the surprising ways urban areas are dealing with water woes Memorial Day barbecues and parades were thwarted this year in Houston when a massive storm dumped more than 10 inches of rain in two days, creating a Waterworld of flooded freeways, cars, houses and businesses, leaving several people dead and hundreds in need of rescue. But it was a predictable disaster. ...

Sep. 1, 2015

By Ensia