sewer pipe Articles
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Assessment of erosion and sedimentation dynamic in a combined sewer network using online turbidity monitoring
Eroded sewer sediments are a significant source of organic matter discharge by combined sewer overflows. Many authors have studied the erosion and sedimentation processes at the scale of a section of sewer pipe and over short time periods. The objective of this study was to assess these processes at the scale of an entire sewer network and over 1 month, to understand whether phenomena ...
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Climate change: More intense rains could swamp Chicago`s aging sewers
In a city built on a swamp, where rainstorms already flood basements and force sewage into Lake Michigan and local streams, climate change could make Chicago's chronic water pollution woes even worse. Researchers hired by Mayor Richard Daley's office estimate that intense rainfall will happen more frequently in the not-so-distant future because of warming global temperatures, challenging the ...
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Testing of Concrete Pipe Sewer Lines
American Society for Testing and Materials is an international standard. ASTM standards are applicable by individual, companies and other institutions around the world. This standard is not mandatory but it can be supported by law of the government. This voluntary standard is applicable for materials, products, system and services. However, ASTM can serve for infiltration and exfiltration ...
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Common Costly Mistakes When Using a Snake Camera
Nothing is worst than finding a problem in your sewer line or process piping when you are using a snake camera. When that happens, you might have to postpone or even halt the process or production process. Adding to these delays are the costly maintenance bills required to repair and replace your sewer camera equipment. Avoid these common mistakes when using a snake camera stops you from ...
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ProVac 8.000 lt Combined Sewer Jetting & Vacuum Truck
Combined sewer jetting & vacuum truck is a combination of two processes that are used to maintain combined sewer systems. The first process is sewer jetting, which uses high-pressure water to flush out debris and blockages from the pipes. The second process is vacuum truck service, which involves using a truck equipped with a vacuum to remove the debris and sewage from the pipes. Sewer ...
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How Do You Clean a Sewer Camera?
Sewer cameras should be cleaned regularly to prevent damage, ensure good hygiene, and ensure that it’s ready to go when needed. Clean your sewer camera system after each use to keep it in good condition. Sewer cameras will naturally become dirty due to the environments that they are exposed to. They are affected by dirt and debris of various types, which make the camera look dirty and ...
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6 Sewer Camera Mistakes to Avoid
A critical part of a plumber’s arsenal, a sewer camera can make short work of isolating a blockage, but what are the major mistakes everyone makes with them? A sewer camera is an essential part of many plumbers’ arsenal and is a critical part of their tool kit for a number of reasons. Let’s highlight the benefits of sewer cameras and show the most common mistakes, so if you are ...
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Innovative Advances in Sewage Treatment Plant Technology
Ever wondered where the water goes after you flush? It embarks on an epic journey to a sewage treatment plant. Here, it transforms. What was once waste becomes almost magical in its cleanliness. Imagine every drop telling a story of renewal. The United States alone processes about 34 billion gallons of wastewater daily through these facilities. That’s right, billions with a ...
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What Not To Do With Your Inspection Camera
You’d be surprised what people do with their sewer inspection cameras – in this post, we share what you absolutely should not do with your inspection camera! Sewer inspection cameras, also known as drain cameras, have revolutionized the way we inspect our pipework. These tiny cameras, equipped with LED lights and high-definition lenses, can delve into the depths of our sewer system ...
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Assessing the efficiency of different CSO positions based on network graph characteristics
The technical design of urban drainage systems comprises two major aspects: first, the spatial layout of the sewer system and second, the pipe-sizing process. Usually, engineers determine the spatial layout of the sewer network manually, taking into account physical features and future planning scenarios. Before the pipe-sizing process starts, it is important to determine locations of possible ...
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City of Grand Rapids – Michigan, Usa - Case Study
In order to get a better understanding of the infiltration and inflow into their newly separated sanitary sewers, Grand Rapids engaged Xylem in utilizing BLU-X, a real-time decision support system consisting of smart sensors and actuators that track conveyance capacity. Grand Rapids, MI is a community that has garnered accolades in the clean water industry for taking significant ...
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