Engineers for Communities podcast
Water and wastewater conversations with operators, town leaders and technology makers, many recorded at WEFTEC and CRWA.
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Containerized Wastewater Treatment: Modular Solutions for Lagoon Upgrades | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 11
Ronen Barkan of Fluence Corporation on containerized upgrades that help existing lagoons meet nitrogen limits and avoid seasonal non-compliance.
Efficient Pump & Grinder Systems for Small Community Wastewater Needs | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 10
Jeff Seaton of Boerger talks about pumps and grinders that are easier for small wastewater systems to maintain.
Advanced Water Treatment: Chlorination, Flushing & Real-Time Data | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 9
Ethan Brooke of CleanWater1 on real-time monitoring, on-site chlorination, tank mixing and flushing programs for rural water systems.
Simplifying Screening Design & Process | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 8
Terry Duperon of Duperon Corporation talks wastewater screening design, simple equipment with fewer parts, rapid prototyping and a creative engineering culture.
Tracking and Solving Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) Challenges | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 7
Mark Serres of US3 joins host Michael Groselle to talk about finding, tracking and fixing inflow and infiltration in wastewater collection systems.
Energy Solutions for Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 6
Ross Kirschbaum of Rehlko talks about backup power for water and wastewater facilities, from lift station generators to microgrids.
Future Proofing Wastewater Systems for Rural Communities | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 5
Kevin Crane of Kubota talks about membrane bioreactor systems that help rural communities meet stricter limits and replace aging lagoons.
Tracking Water Quality in Real-Time: A Game-Changer for WWTP Operators | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 4
Michael Oswell of Proteus joins host Michael Groselle, P.E. to talk about real-time water quality monitoring for operators, cities and industry.
Wastewater Solutions for Developers and Operators | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 3
Troy Ellison of Cloacina joins host Michael Groselle, P.E. to discuss what developers should weigh when planning a wastewater treatment plant.
PFAS Removal using Aqueous Electrostatic Concentrators | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 2
Tonya Chandler and Sally Gutierrez of BioLargo on PFAS removal with aqueous electrostatic concentrators for municipalities and industry.
Addressing Small System Challenges with Water and Wastewater Experts | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 1
Steve Wilson of WaterOperator.org on the challenges small water systems face and the resources that help with water loss and operator training.
Water System Repairs: From Tanks to Underground Pipes | CRWA SERIES | EP 11
AJ Vela of USG Water Solutions joins Nathan Yang to discuss tank maintenance, plant rehabilitation and trenchless pipe repairs for water systems.
Wastewater Residuals: Managing Evolving Regulations | CRWA SERIES | EP 10
Bob Harlow, General Manager of TerraGenesis, joins Nathan Yang to discuss lagoon cleanouts, biosolids and the changing rules for wastewater residuals.
Ambiente H2O’s Specifiable Solutions for Water and Wastewater Industries | CRWA SERIES | EP 9
Steve Hansen, owner of Ambiente H2O, Inc., on specifiable water and wastewater products, from nutrient removal to low-maintenance equipment.
Grouting & Imaging Solutions in Sewer Lines and Manholes with CUES | CRWA SERIES | EP 8
Vincent Fernandez of CUES Inc. explains how grouting and manhole imaging help cities find and fix inflow and infiltration in aging sewers.
Importance of Regular Maintenance and Inspection of Water Storage Tanks | CRWA SERIES | EP 7
Robert Greenspan of Midco Diving & Marine Services explains why potable water storage tanks need regular cleaning and inspection.
Funding Insights & Rural Water System Challenges with CRWA Grant Manager | CRWA SERIES | EP 6
Rick Autobee of the Colorado Rural Water Association talks about technical help, operator training, grants and asset management for rural water systems.
PFAS Polluters to Pay $14.75B Direct to Public Water Systems in First Round
Sam Wade explains the PFAS Cost Recovery Program and why taking part is like an insurance policy without a premium for public water utilities.
High Impact Lagoon Optimization with Microalgae and Electrocoagulation | CRWA SERIES | EP 5
Scott Powell of Powell Water Systems and Lagoon Logistics explains how electrocoagulation and microalgae can work together to improve lagoon treatment.
Chemical-Free Ultrasonic Algae Control for Wastewater Lagoons and More | CRWA SERIES | EP 4
Greg Eiffert of LG Sonic US on chemical-free ultrasonic algae control for water and wastewater systems, from lagoons to reservoirs.
Innovative Lagoon Pilot: BioAugmentation, Microalgae and Electrocoagulation | CRWA SERIES | EP 3
David Schneider describes a lagoon pilot using bioaugmentation, microalgae and electrocoagulation to meet tight effluent limits and avoid a $14M upgrade.
Maximizing Collection System Performance: Targeting I&I with Sensor Data | CRWA SERIES | EP 2
Kwin Peterson of RH Borden and Company on using level sensors and visualization software to locate I&I and prioritize repairs in collection systems.
Lead and Copper Rule Compliance: Strategies for Small Water Systems | CRWA SERIES | EP 1
From the 2024 CRWA conference: how small water systems can build service line inventories and comply with the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.
Simple Wastewater Solutions for Small Municipalities | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 12
Dave Gibson of BioWorks explains simple extended aeration systems for small towns, cold weather design, lagoon upgrades and how costs compare with MBRs.
Teledyne’s Contactless Laser Flow Monitoring, Sampling and Data Solutions | WEFTEC SERIES | EP 11
Kaushal Trivedi of Teledyne ISCO covers non-contact laser flow sensors, remote alerts, PFAS sampling and cloud dashboards for water and wastewater systems.
Bead Filters: Low-Maintenance with Dual Biological & Mechanical Filtration | WEFTEC SERIES | EP10
Michael Malone of AST on bead filters that combine biological and mechanical filtration, with denitrification and lagoon polishing.
Deep Dive: Iron and Manganese Filtration Solutions in Water Treatment | WEFTEC SERIES | EP9
Derek French of Wateropolis Corp. talks about removing iron and manganese from water with catalytic and biological filtration.
Advanced Screening Techniques for Wastewater Challenges | WEFTEC SERIES | EP8
Mark Turpin of Duperon Corporation on screening, flushable wipes and simpler maintenance for wastewater treatment challenges.
Strategic Management of Water and Wastewater Systems with Hayden’s Town Manager
Hayden town manager Mathew Mendisco shares how small towns can plan, fund and manage aging water and sewer systems, from capital plans to grants.
Pre-Engineered Wastewater Solutions with Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) | WEFTEC SERIES | EP7
Troy Ellison of Cloacina LLC on pre-engineered wastewater solutions with membrane bioreactor (MBR) systems for municipal clients.
Learn About Robust Pump Applications: Fluid Handling in Diverse Industries | WEFTEC SERIES | EP6
Bernhard Wessendorf of Boerger, LLC on pump applications and fluid handling, from oil terminals and wineries to wastewater pump stations.
Wastewater Engineering: Sludge Reduction, Grit Removal & Cost-Saving Dryers | WEFTEC SERIES | EP5
Simon Randle of HUBER Technology US & CA covers sludge reduction, grit removal and cost-saving dryers for wastewater treatment plants.
Improving Water Quality with Mixers, Polymers, and Chloramines | WEFTEC Series | Podcast | EP4
David Stanton of Cleanwater1 talks about mixers, polymers and chloramines, and lower-cost ways utilities can meet water quality requirements.
Efficient Solutions for PFAS Removal | WEFTEC Series | Podcast | EP3
Tonya Chandler of BioLargo, Inc. talks about PFAS rules, common removal methods and a newer way to capture PFAS from water.
Cost Effective Processes for Wastewater from Collection to Treatment | WEFTEC Series | EP2
Bill Snyder of Orenco Systems, Inc. on cost effective water and wastewater processes, from collection to treatment.
How To Reduce The Operating Cost Of Reverse Osmosis Systems | Weftec Series | EP1
Eric Kadaj of Energy Recovery, Inc. explains how a pressure exchanger lowers the energy use and upkeep of reverse osmosis systems.
Insights for Colorado’s Water & Wastewater Providers | EP 14
Sidney Innerebner of Indigo Water Group on small system staffing and upkeep, PFAS and temperature limits, and Colorado's nutrient rules.
Redefining Industry Standards: The Cloacina Story in Wastewater Treatment | EP 13
Troy Ellison, CEO and Co-founder of Cloacina LLC, on modern package wastewater treatment plants, operator feedback and advice for municipalities.
Lift Stations 101: Why It Matters to Your Community Development | EP 12
A webinar on lift stations for community developers, engineers and city officials: what they do, how to run the numbers, and how to plan O&M.
How Inflow and Infiltration Impacts Your Collection System and Wastewater Treatment Plant | EP 11
What inflow and infiltration (I&I) is, how it affects your sewer collection system and treatment plant, and how to measure and address it.
Revolutionizing Infrastructure Management with AI | EP 10
Matt Stahl of Halff explains how AI models, computer vision and GIS data help cities assess storm drain pipes and prevent problems like sinkholes.
The Importance of Detailed Water Loss Analysis | EP 9
Why rural communities need a detailed water loss analysis: where augmentation reports fall short, a rural case study, and a sample water loss spreadsheet.
Get Your Projects Approved Faster | EP 8
How video messages and Microsoft Teams can make it easier to work with review agencies and keep project approvals moving.
From EOD to H2O Hero: How Christopher Martin is Transforming Rural Water and Sewer Systems | EP 7
Former EOD specialist Christopher Martin of New Water Enterprises talks about water tank care and grants for rural water and sewer systems.
Learn How To Fund Your OLD Water System | EP 6
Scott Galaway of the Texas Water Development Board explains the Lead Service Line Replacement Program for rural Texas water systems.
How He Replaced A 50-Year-Old “Temporary” Wastewater Treatment Plant | EP 5
Geovanny Romero shares how the Stagecoach Reservoir area in Routt County, Colorado, replaced a 50-year-old "temporary" wastewater treatment plant.
Secrets From a Successful Project Manager | EP 4
Taylor Pearson of Glacier Construction, a third-generation construction professional, talks project management, rural Colorado work and CMAR projects.
This Technology is Saving Communities Millions | EP 3
The Powell Water team explains how adding electrocoagulation and microalgae to existing lagoons can help rural Colorado towns meet strict effluent limits.
Building a Greener Colorado | EP 2
Nathan Adams, Owner and CEO of redT Homes, on building a greener Colorado, LEED Zero homes and the Denver housing crisis.
He Saved $8M With a 5 Min Google Search | EP 1
David Schneider of Wet Valley Water Consultants shares how a five-minute search and a phone call saved a disadvantaged Colorado community $8 million.