AWWA ACE70810

With nearly 20 full-scale facilities in operation or construction and a proven track record of successin pilot studies on a wide variety of surface waters, the MIEX® process has earned its place in thetoolbox for disinfection byproduct (DBP) precursor reduction. One of the difficulties in implementing the process on alarger scale was the inability to dispose of the concentrated brine solution from the regenerationprocess. With the development of the bicarbonate regeneration system, the brine disposal issue willnot be as significant and will potentially lead to implementation of these facilities on a wider-scalewith higher system capacities. While the process is not inexpensive to operate, the estimated O&Mcost is similar or less than other DBP precursor removal technologies. Also, based on the particularapplication, the amount of greenhouse gasses emitted to the atmosphere from the process can besignificantly lower than its peer technologies. This may lead to greater use of the technology asmore utilities become more environmentally aware and begin to look for ways to reduce theircarbon footprint. Includes 7 references, table, figures.

Product Details

Edition:

Vol. - No.

Published:

11/01/2009

Number of Pages:

29

File Size:

1 file , 1.3 MB