June 05, 2013
New Analytics Software Provides Timely Information
The newest releases of the ReadCenter Analytics software from Badger Meter provide water and gas utilities with access to timely metrics and information to help them manage... more
June 04, 2013
RJN Performs Flow Monitoring in Memphis
RJN Group Inc. (RJN) is performing a temporary sewer flow monitoring project for the city of Memphis, Tenn.  The project is monitoring the flows in a couple of the large... more
May 01, 2013
FCI FS10A Now SIL-2 Compliant
The Model FS10A analyzer flow switch/monitor from Fluid Components International (FCI) meets the requirements for Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 2 compliant service. FCI’s SIL... more
April 19, 2013
Anderson Commits to Power-Line Technology
Anderson Municipal Light & Power has announced plans to implement the TWACS power-line communications system from Aclara Technologies LLC to read electric meters. The... more
Guide to Meter Data Management
Smart water networks and smart meters are loaded with useful data, but utilities and municipalities worldwide must learn how to manage and best use this unprecedented amount... more
A Reliable Network
Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) systems can provide water utilities with numerous benefits, including increased operational efficiency, improved customer service and... more
Mag Meter Improves Operations & Management
The city of Geneva, Ohio, in Ashtabula County is home to 7,000 residents. Its water works department manages a 350,000 gal per day (gpd) drinking water operation.  The... more
Smart Wastewater
Oradell, N.J., located approximately 15 miles northwest of midtown Manhattan, is an affluent community with a population of approximately 8,000 residents. The employees of... more
Micrometering for Better Management
Advances continue to be made in flowmeter sensors and software. Together, they open up new opportunities for collection system managers to extract even more performance... more
Going with the Flow
In an effort to identify cases of unbilled, underbilled or unaccounted-for water and sewer processing fees, the City of Gulfport, Miss. contracted the Water Company of... more
Smart Magnetic Flowmeters Reduce Downtime, Operation Costs
The South Florida Management District (SFWMD) is the oldest and largest of Florida’s five water management districts, covering 16 counties from Orlando to the Florida Keys,... more
Ultrasonic Flowmeter Improves Water-Loss Calculations
In 2008, after experiencing two years of drought and the driest spring in recorded history, water reserves in California were desperately low.Carmel Riviera, which serves up... more
A Fitting Flowmeter for Detroit
The Lake Huron Water Treatment Plant (WTP) is a major facility in the city of Detroit’s water distribution system under the management of the Water and Sewerage... more

Products + Services

Flowmeters
The Master-Touch, Flow Averaging Tube and ValuMass thermal mass flowmeters possess characteristics of accuracy, economy and reliability. The wide range of installation and communications options... more
  • Flowmeters
    The Master-Touch, Flow Averaging Tube and ValuMass thermal mass flowmeters possess characteristics of accuracy, economy and reliability. The wide range of installation and communications options... more
  • Electromagnetic Flowmeter
    The Singer Model 106-SPI-MV is a single point insertion electromagnetic flowmeter, installed and calibrated in conjunction with a Singer valve to provide an accurate flow rate that can be utilized... more
  • Electromagnetic Flowmeter
    The 106-SPI-MV is a single-point-insertion electromagnetic flow meter that is installed and calibrated in conjunction with a Singer valve to provide an accurate flow rate. It can be utilized with the... more
  • Velocity Sensor
    The Non-Contact LaserFlow velocity sensor is a first in non-contacting flow measurement technology for open channels. It features laser Doppler velocity profiling. This sensor technology sees beyond... more
  • Portable Flowmeter
    The new Hach FH950 measures both velocity and depth. It simplifies setup with its menu-driven user interface. Real-time velocity is graphed on the large color display, which offers a quick visual... more
  • Plug Locks
    Collect more nonpayment water bills and prevent jumpers on meter valves. Hydra-Shield plug locks are machined from 316 stainless steel and prevent rusting and corrosion while installed in the valve.... more
  • Meter
    Designed to deliver constant accuracy and meter function, the Octave Ultrasonic meter from Master Meter Inc. is a cost-effective investment in water measurement. Using the “Sound of Science,” the... more
  • Flowmeter
    The ST100 Series flowmeter combines flow-sensing performance with feature- and function-rich electronics. As a “future-ready” thermal mass gas flowmeter, it features a plug-in card replacement that... more
  • Portable Flowmeter
    The FH950 portable flowmeter with electromagnetic sensor now measures both velocity and depth. It simplifies setup with its menu-driven user interface. Real-time velocity is graphed on the large... more
  • Flowmeter
    Designed for accurate and reliable fluid measurement in rugged, space-challenged environments, the V-Cone Flow Meter supports a wide range of oil/gas production and other process industry... more
IWWD January/February 2013
St. Helens wastewater treatment plant
The city of St. Helens, Oregon, and the town’s major industry, Boise Paper, share the wastewater treatment plant as well as the NPDES permit. To meet... more
Reducing electrical aeration use and costs in reactor basins
Electrical aeration is used intensively in reactor basins at activated-sludge wastewater treatment plants to supply the mixing and oxygenation needed... more
Telvent's Stormwater Management Solution
Urban areas are extremely sensitive to weather-driven events, due to the specific characteristics of urban soil, land uses and the high population-... more
Taking Measure of Advanced Water Metering Technologies
Metrology advancements are helping utilities increase revenue, gather intelligence, reduce costs, and protect resources. Sensus surpassed the... more
Achieving Superior Effluent Quality Without Filtration or New Tankage
ARCHIVED ON DEMAND Embrace gravity, defy convention. Learn about the latest advancements in wastewater and water treatment—the BioMag Ballasted... more
Demystifying the Online Use for Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Total Organic Carbon (TOC)
ARCHIVED ON DEMAND Webinar Overview: Many misunderstandings still exist regarding the online measurement of, and process control uses for Biological... more
Sensorex PH-1 Meter Available for iPhone, iPAD & iPods
Scientists, engineers, educators, sales and service professionals, and technicians out in the field, in the lab or around the plant will find the new and innovative Model PH-... more

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The Water & Wastes Digest staff invites industry professionals to nominate the water and wastewater projects they deem most remarkable and innovative for recognition in the Annual Reference Guide issue. All projects must have been in the design or construction phase over the last 18 months.

2013 Top Projects Nomination Form