Regular Filter Cleaning Improves Bottom Line. Issue 11 (1st November 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Cashion, Bob; Peters, Jason
• Is Part Of: Opflow. Volume 39:Issue 11(2013)
• Page Start: 14
• Page End: 17
• Publication Date: 2013-11-01
• Subjects: Chemicals -- Cleaning -- Disinfection -- Filters -- Water Quality -- Infrastructure -- Costs -- Disinfection Byproducts; Water-supply -- Periodicals; Water-supply -- United States -- Periodicals; Water-supply engineering -- Periodicals; Water-supply engineering -- United States -- Periodicals; 363.61
• DOI: 10.5991/OPF.2013.39.0066
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0149-8029

Abstract

Abstract : Filtration systems ‐ a utility's first line of defense against contamination ‐ are usually the most complex part of a water system. Regular filter maintenance extends equipment and facility life, decreases labor and repairs, and can reduce energy and chemical costs. This article is the first in a three‐part series about the importance of regular infrastructure cleaning and maintenance for equipment life and functionality, overall treatment performance, water quality, chemical requirements, and primary and secondary disinfection as well as disinfection by‐product control.