Flowmeters in Water Supply


Book Description

M33 provides information about the most common flowmeters used in water treatment and custody-transfer applications, including the Venturi, modified Venturi, orifice plate, electromagnetic, turbine and propeller, transit-time ultrasonic, vortex, averaging Pitot, and averaging insertable electromagnetic. The discussion of these meters covers basic theory, installation and maintenance. General concepts applicable to flowmeters are also covered, including flow characteristics, performance issues, communication, information and signal outputs, and flowmeter selection.




Instrumentation and Control, 3rd Ed. (M2)


Book Description

This operations manual explains the basic principles of electrical power distribution, automation, and instrumentation in water distribution, treatment, and storage systems. Chapters cover hydraulic and electrical principles, electric motor controls, measurement instruments and displays, pumps and valves, and automatic and digital controls.




Water Audits and Loss Control Programs


Book Description

In this handbook readers will find industry-approved procedures for water utilities to conduct systemwide water audits to assess real and apparent distribution-system water losses, recover lost revenue, and detect and repair pipe leaks.




Safety Practices for Water Utilities, 6th Edition (M3)


Book Description

Reflecting current safety practices and federal regulations, this illustrated manual for utility managers, supervisors, and safety workers identifies common problems, outlines the basics of safety programs, and describes the equipment, tools, and techniques used for optimizing safety. Particular att




Rehabilitation of Water Mains 2E (M28)


Book Description

This manual was written for water system designers, engineers, operators, and managers who need a reference guide for analyzing various water rehabilitation options. It summarizes current information about water main rehabilitation technologies that have a proven track record in the water industry i







Water Resources Planning


Book Description

Showing professionals how to produce a long-term Integrated Resource Plan for their water utility, this comprehensive manual covers such topics as estimating future water demand, evaluating new sources of water, involvement of stakeholders in the planning process, and dealing with expanding environmental regulations.




Water Resources Planning, (M50)


Book Description

This Manual of Water Supply Practices provides utility guidance on how to develop an integrated resource plan for ensuring adequate water supplies to accommodate projected future water demands. Covers all topics of water resources planning: demand forecasting, evaluation of potential new source waters, hydrologic modeling, regulatory issues, environmental impact analysis, public involvement, and economic analysis. Includes sample Integrated Resources Plans developed by water utilities.