From coast to coast, municipal facilities run on bones that should have been retired generations ago. Beneath the asphalt, water mains bear the scars of decades in service. Wastewater lines, worn and weary, shoulder a constant load.  Treatment plants hum at the edge of their limits, while stormwater networks scramble […]

In a well-tuned clarifier, solids slide out of the stream with almost choreographed precision. The digester hums in equilibrium, biological activity neither starved nor glutted. Downstream, pumps and filters breathe easier, spared from the assault of excess load.  The result is a system where each stage holds its own, yet […]

Wastewater treatment runs on a chain of interdependent steps, each one shaping the water closer to compliance.  Sedimentation holds a pivotal, almost stubborn position in the sequence, shouldering the weight of dragging suspended solids down to rest. Here, the water stills just enough for gravity to coax particles down. Without […]

Wastewater treatment rarely crosses the average person’s mind, yet for operators tasked with maintaining municipal systems, every component earns its place. Grit chambers, especially, keep everything running smoothly, shielding pumps, clarifiers, and other downstream processes from abrasion, clogging, and performance loss. In communities across the country, these systems quietly remove […]

Sludge: it’s kind of what it sounds like— the semi-solid, goopy mixture leftover after sewage or industrial waste is processed. It typically contains water, microorganisms, and pathogens, and can even contain heavy metals and other chemicals. For wastewater treatment plants, sludge dewatering is an essential component of what the treatment […]

Choosing the right container to haul away debris, sludge, and post-industrial cleaning waste is essential primarily for environmental compliance, but also for effective project management and cost considerations. Selecting the wrong hauling method can result in unwanted expenses, noncompliance with necessary ecological protection regulations, and unnecessary delays.  For industrial job […]

Maintaining the cleanliness of the industrial environment and equipment is a crucial component of industrial maintenance. Contaminants and buildup can reduce capacity and operational efficiency, and potentially create hazardous conditions for the crew and the environment.  However, cleaning industrial equipment must be done purposefully with the correct cleaning method. Two […]

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In the fall of 2017, a Legionnaire’s disease outbreak spread through Los Angeles, affecting many people who had visited Disneyland theme park in nearby Anaheim, California. Twenty-two people were affected, and one person died from the disease. Later, the Orange County Health Department determined that it was probable that one […]

Industrial confined spaces present unique challenges when it comes to maintenance and cleaning, as they are typically not designed with people in mind. A confined space has restricted entry or exit points, and it’s not intended for continuous occupancy. Trained personnel, specialty equipment, PPE, hazard and risk planning, and assessment […]

Industrial facilities are filled with tanks, machinery, factory floors, silos, and more that become dirty and require cleaning. Typically, it’s not just dirt that accumulates. Instead, it is a combination of grime, sludge, oil, grease, and other contaminants that can impede operational functionality, efficiency, and compliance with environmental regulations, which […]

Wastewater management is a critical component in ensuring that an industrial facility effectively prevents environmental pollution and remains compliant with EPA regulations and other relevant environmental laws and regulations. Part of effective wastewater management is regularly engaging in industrial sump cleaning, which helps protect the environment and vulnerable ecosystems from […]