According to the Association of Civil Engineers 2017, the Infrastructure Report Card estimated that the United States loses around 2 trillion gallons of treated drinking water each year. The report highlights the demand for evaluation, maintenance, and repair of distribution ...
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Trash Racks: Types, Installation, and MaintenanceÂ
Trash racks are metal structures installed in the intake system of hydroelectric power plants to prevent the entrance of large debris, which can damage turbine parts and hinder the power plant operations. In this article, we discuss the types, selection, ...
5 Major Types of Valves in Plumbing System
Valves are mechanical devices used to control, direct, and regulate the flow of water by opening, closing, or partially obstructing the flow. They can be made up of different materials like bronze, PVC, brass, etc. Valves are employed in residential ...
7 Major Stages in Water Treatment Plant
Water treatment is the process of removing all those substances, whether biological, chemical, or physical, that are potentially harmful to the water supply for human and domestic use. This treatment helps to produce water that is safe, palatable, clear, colorless, and ...
How to Detect Leakage in Distribution Pipes?
In a distribution system, a considerable amount of water gets wasted and lost either due to leakage or unauthorized water connections. These losses can amount to 15% of the total consumption even in a well-managed distribution system, and in case ...
How to Differentiate Between Rapid Gravity Filters and Slow Sand Filters?
Filtration is a process in which water is passed through the beds of fine granular materials like sand. The bed of fine granular materials is known as a filter and it helps in removing impurities to a great extent. The ...
How to Plan and Prepare for Water Supply Projects?
A water supply project generally consists of a water collection unit, conveyance system, and units for treatment, purification, and distribution. It is necessary to plan, prepare, and design the entire water supply scheme before constructing the units. A proper plan ...
Pumps in Water Supply System
A pump is a mechanical device that lifts liquids from a lower level or low-pressure area to a higher level or high-pressure area. It is a heavy-duty equipment with low suction and high discharge pressure. This makes it easier to ...