Full-Scale Evaluation of Declining and Constant Rate Filtration

Abstract

Compares effluent quality relative to benefits of constant- and declining-rate filtration control methods by evaluating them under a variety of operating conditions at a full-scale plant with split-flow capability. Published in 1992.

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Full-Scale Evaluation of Declining and Constant Rate Filtration

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#90579

12/01/1991

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Full-Scale Evaluation of Declining and Constant Rate Filtration

Abstract

Resources

Full-Scale Evaluation of Declining and Constant Rate Filtration

Major Ion Toxicity in Membrane Concentrate

Identifying Causes and Controls for Intermittent Nitrate Release from Granular Activated Carbon

Impacts of Major Point and Non-Point Sources on Raw Water Treatability

Advancing Nature-based Solutions by Assessing Long-term Performance of Natural and Engineered Media

Lithium Treatment Strategies in Drinking Water

Evaluation of Bench-Scale Methods to Predict Drinking Water PFAS Removal Performance of IX and Novel Adsorbents at Pilot and Full-Scale

Exploring Utility Digital Transformations