Fiberglass Pipe Design, 2nd Ed. (M45)

Fiberglass Pipe Design, 2nd Ed. (M45)
Author: AWWA Staff
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2011-01-12
Genre: Fiberglass pipe
ISBN: 1613000162

Updated from the 1996 edition, this manual provides water supply engineers and operators a single source for information about fiberglass pipe and fittings. New in this edition are the addition of metric equivalents; an expanded discussion of pipe mechanical properties with stress vs. strain curves; Buried Pipe Design chapter has expanded discussion of deflections caused by live loads and soil properties, a second method of determining pipe stiffness, and a new equation for pipe buckling; Guidelines for Underground Installation has additional information on soil backfill considerations and minimum trench width, new information on angularly deflected pipe joints, pressure testing, and a new section on trenching on slopes. (Replaces ISBN: 0-89867-889-7)

Algae Source to Treatment

Algae Source to Treatment
Author: American Water Works Association
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2010-12-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1583217878

AWWA Manual of Water Supply Practice M57 provides all the information required by water treatment professionals to understand and mitigate problems caused by algae in source waters, such as tastes and odors, biofouling, and toxin production. With more than 450 pages and hundreds of photos and illustrations, the manual is a comprehensive reference for identifying and treating algae from drinking water sources.

Water Resources Planning

Water Resources Planning
Author:
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2007
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1583214712

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)

Water Resources Planning, (M50)
Author: AWWA Staff
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2011-01-12
Genre: Water consumption
ISBN: 1613000324

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.

Flowmeters in Water Supply

Flowmeters in Water Supply
Author: American Water Works Association
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2006
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1583214526

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.

Waterborne Pathogens

Waterborne Pathogens
Author: American Water Works Association
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2006
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1583214038

Updated from the 1999 edition, this manual provides critical information regarding waterborne viral, bacterial and parasitic pathogens. Each pathogen is described along with its health effects, and water treatment techniques for destroying the pathogens. Also covered are cross-connection control, dead-end flushing, and hydrant flushing. This manual is intended for water operators, engineers, water quality personnel and students to learn how to monitor, sample and test waters for pathogens, optimize treatment plant performance and maintain high water quality standards. Updated from the 1999 edition, this manual provides critical information regarding waterborne viral, bacterial and parasitic pathogens. Each pathogen is described along with its health effects, and water treatment techniques for destroying the pathogens. Also covered are cross-connection control, dead-end flushing, and hydrant flushing. This manual is intended for water operators, engineers, water quality personnel and students to learn how to monitor, sample and test waters for pathogens, optimize treatment plant performance and maintain high water quality standards.

Algae

Algae
Author: American Water Works Association
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2011-01-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1613001169

This AWWA manual of practice provides water professionals with solutions to algae-related problems. Topics covered include identification of algal species, monitoring programs, and best management and treatment strategies.

Instrumentation and Control, 3rd Ed. (M2)

Instrumentation and Control, 3rd Ed. (M2)
Author: American Water Works Association
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2001
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 158321125X

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.