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EDITORIAL CATEGORY - TECHNOLOGY/COMPUTERS
The Winding Path to Sustainability   Water & Wastes Digest August 2008   By Neda Simeonova
Tackling regulatory requirements and funding challenges
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Ethernet Explosion   Water & Wastes Digest July 2008   By Bob Douglass
Utilities are using Ethernet capabilities in new ways for a more well-rounded monitoring and controlling system
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XPV: Making a Difference in Water   Water & Wastes Digest February 2008   By James Sbrolla
A venture capital firm sees great potential in the water industry
Say Goodbye to System Blind Spots   Water & Wastes Digest February 2008   By Christopher P. Martin
Using real-time flow monitoring and online hydraulic modeling to optimize collection system management
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Private Investment: Building Water Resources for Global Water Needs   Water & Wastes Digest January 2008   By Ralph E. Exton
Updates and trends on desalination technology around the world
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pH Measurements in the Presence of Organic Materials   Water & Wastes Digest January 2008   By Jane Stevens
Specific solutions for typical problems when measuring nonaqueous solutions
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Going Digital   Water & Wastes Digest November 2007   By M. Carol McDowell, Janet Jackson & Kevin Eberle
Greensboro’s digital water and sewer mapping system expedites service and saves resources
Rock Creek Maintains Optimal DO Levels to Reduce Energy Consumption   Water & Wastes Digest November 2007   By Bob Dabkowski
Dissolved probes use luminescence technology to continuously monitor DO levels and maintain energy-efficient blower operations
Keep the Pumps Pumping   Water & Wastes Digest October 2007   By Ralph Royall
A wireless, Web-based alarm system expands pump capabilities and reduces operating costs in Midlothian, Texas
From Hesitation to Automation   WWDmag.com January-December 2007   Jim Anthony
Forecasting Floods   WWDmag.com January-December 2007   Kris Cauwenberghs
Flemish environmental group publishes live data online
Successful Water Conservation Program Goes High Tech   Water & Wastes Digest September 2006   Craig Hale
Mobile computers help Southern Nevada Water Authority implement ‘Water Smart’ program
Water Utility Uses Cell Phones to Gather Field Data   Water & Wastes Digest January 2006   By James Anthony
City of Pearland, Texas, replaces handwritten documents with cell phone-based service, resulting in hours of saved time
Water/Wastewater Utilities—Business Planning   Water & Wastes Digest December 2005   By Mike Freeman, Chris Fabian and Stefanie Mosteller
Small and mid-sized utilities must understand business strategy, organization, management, finance, technology and operations
From Hours to Minutes   Water & Wastes Digest October 2005   Gavin McGhie
1 Less problem to Deal With   Infrastrucure Security 2005 October 2005   Jerry Krabill
In the eye of the Storm   Infrastrucure Security 2005 October 2005   Steve Whitlock
Selecting The Best Fluid Sampler For Your Needs   Water & Wastes Digest September 2005   By Patsie Wyatt
This article focuses on the two main types, peristaltic and vacuum/compressor, though other types do exist such as a dipper and gravity flow.
PDAs Making Presence Known at Wastewater Plants   Water & Wastes Digest September 2005   By James Anthony
Online Monitoring Assures Pump Station Reliability, Saves Money   Water & Wastes Digest July 2005   By Ed Weaver
Because the online monitor of the central host sits beside the SCADA host at the TRWD Control Center, SCADA operators who control the pumps can monitor the status equipment, as well.
An Asset Coming of Age   Water & Wastes Digest February 2005   By John Hengesh
At a basic level, AMR technology enables accurate and timely meter reading with unprecedented efficiency.
The Effects of Flow Conditioning   Water & Wastes Digest February 2005   James E. Gallagher
The role of flow conditioning is to ensure that the “real world” environment closely resembles the “laboratory” environment
Meter System Withstands Hurricane Ivan   Water & Wastes Digest February 2005
While the worst hurricane in recent history did wreak havoc on the countryside, the Uriah Water System successfully weathered the storm.
E-Learning for the Pump Industry:   Water & Wastes Digest December 2003   Valarie A. Reid
Ever-changing task environments and vast technology options are requiring professionals to commit to ongoing training and development. Learning via the Internet offers a convenience and flexibility unmatched by other vehicles, allowing the user to train at home or on the job, day or night, at an individual’s own pace.
The Perfect Complement   Water & Wastes Digest November 2003   Robert P. Lee, Ph.D.
The current economic climate has forced many state and local governments to face budget cutbacks and service reductions. This situation often translates to a reduction in the replacement, repair, or upgrade of aging pipelines, tunnels, reservoirs, and dams. As a result, many water districts are turning to software technology for an efficient yet cost-effective way to protect the water supply.
Wireless Automation Opens Door to New Monitoring Options   Water & Wastes Digest November 2002
Donala Water and Sanitation serves a large community of upscale homes in suburban Colorado Springs. In 1995, Donala turned to GMS Engineering of Colorado Springs to create a Request for Proposal for a comprehensive radio-based telemetry network that would grow with the rapidly expanding district. From the RFP, a Motorola MOSCAD wireless telemetry system was selected. Once it was installed, the district began to realize benefits from the new technology.
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