This show will allow smaller disadvantaged communities in Colorado and other states connect on topics such as water, wastewater, city project planning, government funding, and everything in between.
Containerized Wastewater Treatment: Modular Solutions for Lagoon Upgrades | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 11
Struggling to meet nitrogen limits? Facing algae outbreaks every discharge season? What if your lagoon could comply without a million-dollar overhaul?
In this episode of Engineers for Communities, host Michael Groselle, PE chats with Ronen Barkan (Fluence Corporation) on decentralized wastewater plants, lagoons, practical fixes for rural wastewater systems drowning in regulations.
Episode Highlights:
✅ Achieve Total Inorganic Nitrogen (TIN) compliance in existing lagoons.
✅ Pre-engineered, containerized upgrades that integrate with legacy infrastructure.
✅ Low-energy solutions for off-grid or remote areas.
✅ Cut operational costs with mobile-controlled systems.
✅ Prevent seasonal non-compliance in lagoon discharges.
Why It Matters:
Small communities can now meet strict environmental regulations without costly overhauls. Learn how Fluence Corporation optimize resources, reduce energy use, and leverage existing assets.
25 Mar 2025
Efficient Pump & Grinder Systems for Small Community Wastewater Needs | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 10
In this episode of Engineers for Communities, host Michael Groselle, PE sits down with Jeff Seaton from Boerger to discuss cutting-edge pump and grinder technologies for wastewater treatment. The conversation explores innovative approaches to tackling maintenance challenges, optimizing plant operations, and enhancing support for smaller communities.
↳ Discover Berger’s focus on maintenance-in-place (MIP) technology, designed to simplify repairs and minimize downtime for wastewater operators.
↳ Learn how grinding equipment, such as multi-crushers and orbital grinders, can handle tough materials like rags and debris, ensuring smoother plant operations.
↳ Explore why easy access and timely part availability are critical for small communities with limited staffing and resources.
↳ Understand how innovative rotor geometries and sealing technologies enhance pump performance and extend equipment lifespan.
↳ Gain insights into Berger’s approach to addressing customer pain points, providing tailored solutions that improve uptime and reduce maintenance costs.
↳ Learn about Berger’s commitment to continuous innovation and customer-driven R&D, with a focus on creating high-impact, operator-friendly solutions.
↳ See how Berger supports communities with efficient, reliable, and easily maintainable wastewater treatment technologies for a wide range of applications.
3 Mar 2025
Advanced Water Treatment: Chlorination, Flushing & Real-Time Data | WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP 9
In this episode of Engineers for Communities, host Michael Groselle, PE, welcomes Ethan Brooke from CleanWater1 to discuss practical, innovative solutions to challenges in rural water systems. Learn how on-site water quality management and modern technologies are reshaping the landscape for small communities and contract operators.
★ Learn how cellular-based monitoring systems provide real-time visibility of water quality and system alerts, reducing reliance on costly SCADA systems for smaller communities.
★ Discover the Micro Chlor system, which uses salt, water, and electricity to produce low-concentration hypochlorite, eliminating the need for hazardous chlorine storage and reducing costs.
★ Understand why manganese precipitates are in chlorinated systems, their impact on water quality, and the importance of implementing effective flushing programs to address sediment buildup.
★ How thermal stratification and ice prevention in water storage tanks and learn how advanced mixers improve water quality and system longevity.
★ Gain insights into choosing the right tank mixer based on tank geometry, process goals, and system flow rates, ensuring optimal performance.
★ Discover the benefits of unidirectional flushing programs and how they can prevent sediment buildup while maintaining water quality.
★ See how eliminating toxic chemicals and improving operational processes creates safer and more economical systems for small communities.
★ Learn how CleanWater1 partners with engineers and operators to design tailored solutions that meet specific needs in water distribution and storage.
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100
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Engagement
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