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What is Reverse Osmosis?

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Reverse osmosis is a wastewater recycling process that takes contaminated or salty water and turns it into potable, clean water. This water, after being “cleaned” by reverse osmosis, can be used as drinking water, for watering plants, and throughout the industrial process. Reverse osmosis occurs when water is placed under high pressure and pushed through a porous membrane. Any harmful particles, bacteria, or unclean substances are removed from the water and trapped in the membrane, resulting in clean water.

Because of the large amount of contaminants removed from the water, reverse osmosis systems can become clouded with buildup. Additionally, scaling, excess deposits, microbial fouling and degradation of the system can occur. When these occur, not only is the lifespan of the membrane within the reverse osmosis system decreased, but overall performance is also decreased. Because this membrane is expensive to repair, preemptive measures should be taken to increase the life and function of your reverse osmosis system.

We have a variety of products that can help you get a preemptive strike on the negative reverse osmosis buildup. These products include scale inhibitors, dispersants, and microbiocides, in addition to various membrane cleaners. We also offer technical support for any other problems you may be experiencing with your reverse osmosis system. Have a reverse osmosis system you want help with? Check out our reverse osmosis product page for more information or give us a call at (800)645-1350!

Drumless Chemical Storage: Your Eco-Friendly Option

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One of the biggest nightmares in the water industry is the possibility of a chemical spill that would be heard around the world. Here at Water Consultants of America, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our clients, as well as seeking eco-friendly opportunities. With our drumless chemical storage we are able to eliminate hazardous chemical storage and make a chemical spill a distant nightmare that no longer merits your concern.

 

There is no longer a need for chemical handling and containment, and without the mess of disposing of chemical drums, you will eliminate the associated costs of doing so as well. Drumless chemical storage has an indefinite shelf life under proper storage conditions and reduces space requirements, helping you to utilize all the space you have for other items of importance. So why don’t you opt for a non-chemical and eco-friendly solution that will save you time, money, and worry? Click here to find out more about our drumless chemical storage option.

Cooling Water Treatment

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Cooling water is the process of removing heat from temperature sensitive equipment, thereby keeping it from malfunctioning or failing. Cooling water is the preferred method of cooling for many companies due to water’s inexpensive, nontoxic, and reusable nature. However, this cooling method does have a few major drawbacks if the cooling water is left untreated.

Untreated cooling water accelerates corrosion in metal pipes and holding tanks, allows biological growth, and leaves behind deposits from the minerals in the water supply. A system not properly maintained will cause losses in productivity due to equipment failures, health and safety concerns, increased energy consumption (due to buildup of deposits), and higher production costs.

Our cooling water deposit and corrosion control programs make use of the most up-to-date technologies to keep your system operating efficiently. We have expertise in biofilm control to help minimize problems caused by microorganisms, including fouling, deposits, corrosion, and disease (i.e. Legionellosis).

To limit deposit and corrosion problems, we offer a complete line of speciality cooling water treatment products. We have a vast array of high performance threshold inhibitors, dispersants, and corrosion inhibitors which we can customize to fit your specific needs. Since we can custom blend products, we can also create products for any unique conditions you business might be facing.

Contact us today at 800-645-1350 or visit our website so we can discuss your needs and begin implementing your cooling water treatment plan.

What It Means to be a Water Treatment Operator

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Where does the water in your kitchen sink come from?

It was pumped from a lake or other source to a water treatment plant. Once there, it is the responsibility of the Water Treatment Operator to regulate processes and equipment components that remove pollutants from the water. Upon arriving at the plant, the operator takes water readings, collects samples, and reads meters and gauges. After examining the data they receive, they adjust the machinery and chemicals accordingly. They use tools to maintain and repair pumps, valves, and other equipment. The operator needs to have in-depth knowledge of chemical processes and interactions, machinery, and ecology; it is a delicate mix that requires specialized training.

Those tasks are just the daily operations. Operators are also in charge of handling emergencies and often have to work in dangerous or dirty conditions. Just like other emergency personnel that work to keep our cities safe, water treatment operators are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to ensure public health standards are met.

Though it may not be the most glamorous job, it is very important the community. Call us or check out our Services page today to hear more about how WCA can train your Water Treatment Officer on site! 800.645.1350

 

Take Your Records To The Next Level With WCA Reports

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Apparently, water and computers can mix! At Water Consultants of America, we take pride in our technological advances that make water treatment easier for our clients. That’s why we offer cutting edge software with a web based reporting system called WCA Reports. With WCA Reports, you can go paperless for a faster, more convenient way to track your records. Our customers are able to access their service report and controller data anytime from anywhere with Internet access. Having the most up to date technology can help your facilities perform at their peak. Our reports are clearly organized easy to use so you may interpret them at a glance. This will help in quick interpretations and diagnoses for any operating issues within your equipment.

Find out how WCA Reports can advance your water treatment system reporting into the future; give us a call! 800.645.1350

Don’t Let Crypto Be Your Kryptonite

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Crypto may not be a substance from an alien planet that will drain your energy, but it is a serious water contaminant that you need to be careful of.

Crypto, short for Cryptosporidium, is a waterborne disease that lives in water that can handle living in tough environments. The tough outer shell of the bacteria allows it to survive even in chlorinated pools. Crypto spreads most often during summertime due to an increase in recreational swimming. Persons infected by Crypto contract the disease called Cryptosporidosis, and it can cause severe illness and diarrhea for up to 2-3 weeks.

While it is not a pleasant subject, it should raise serious concerns and call for extra precaution. Waterborne diseases are so easily spread that you must be aware of contamination. While Crypto generally affects pools and hot tubs, but rivers, lakes, and streams that feed into other water sources can be contaminated as well. Be sure that your water treatment systems are operating at their prime during the height of the the spread of this disease. Call us today to see how Water Consultants of America can assist you! 800.645.1350

 

Need an Expert Witness in an Environmental Case?

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If you’ve found yourself or your company in a legal dispute concerning water contamination, you know there’s a lot of work ahead. Environmental litigation can be difficult and lengthy. This is mostly because of the amount of evidence needed and the level of expertise required to explain that evidence in court. That is where we come in. One of our many consulting services is Expert Witness Testimony.

Many important environmental court cases have hinged on the testimony of a biologist working in the field questioned in the dispute. Experts such as ourselves may be necessary on either side of the litigation. Sometimes we see scientific, computer, or management errors on the defense side, and other times we’re able to show the opposite – no fault. Either way our discoveries will be completely unbiased. Even if our testimony would not help you in court, you can at least know what to be prepared for on the other side.

If you are interested in our Expert Witness Testimony service or would like to know more, give us a call at 800.645.1350 or by using our contact form on our site.

Chlorine Dioxide

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Chlorine dioxide is one of the most popular products and disinfectants for cooling systems. It offers a strong level of control over the chemical balance with minimal effort on the part of the consumer.

Chlorine dioxide works well for contaminated systems. It can help control the biofilm which eliminates the growth of Legionella and other organisms. Using CIO2 is also less corrosive than traditional chlorine, which helps to keep equipment running smoothly and efficiently. It has also been used for many years in water treatment systems for the elimination of chlorophenols, oxidation of inorganic compounds, such as iron and manganese, and in the control of taste, odor and color.

Chlorine dioxide has also been proven to economically and effectively treat waters high in ammonia or organic nitrogen and in the destruction of phenol-based taste and odor causing compounds. This is because chlorine dioxide is not affected by pH, thus it is a cost effective means of water treatment when the pH is high.

If would like to discuss the benefits of chlorine dioxide further, please visit our website or call us at 800.645.1350.

The Role Of WCA In The Marketplace

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Water Consultants of America prides itself on the many services it provides its patrons. These include the reporting, training and consulting related to the management of a water treatment service. Each of these business segments serves a valuable purpose in the water treatment process and are streamlined in order to operate with maximum efficiency. Below are brief explanations for each of the three main service areas:

1. Reporting
WCA offers its clients an electronic monitoring system that compiles detailed reports on every facet of the water treatment process. These reports include detailed graphs and charts that break down each step in the process in a way that is comprehensive for those receiving the reports. Regular service reports are shared online, removing excess waste of paper from the process and allowing for easy storage and management of information by both WCA and its clients.

2. Training
Customers of WCA are offered on-site training seminars and access to the company’s web based training library. These features allow customers access to additional educational resources on how to obtain the best environmental, financial and efficient results with the water treatment program. With training being a key aspect to the water treatment process, the programs offered by WCA give customers the opportunity to learn from leaders in the application and development of water treatment technology.

3. Consulting
The consulting portion of WCA offers a wide range of services for the customer. These include on-site troubleshooting and surveying, specification writing and project coordination. Additional services include water analysis, biological testing, deposit analysis, monitoring services and expert witness testimony.

Through the three main services offered by WCA to its customers, an efficient, cost effective water management system is available to the public from a well-known, reliable company with many years experience in the industry. Visit our website, www.waterconsultantsofamerica.com, for additional information as well as contact information for WCA.

The People Of WCA

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While we at the Water Consultants of America pride ourselves on the exceptional products and services we offer our customers, the key to our success is the people of WCA. It is our team of employees that binds our operation together, the glue if you will of our organization. We would not be positioned as one of the leaders in the industry without the continued work and support of our most valuable asset.

Our employees hold an average of 17 years experience in the water treatment industry, and with this experience are able to provide programs to meet customer needs as well as troubleshoot to provide innovative water treatment solutions. The majority of WCA employees have achieved Certified Water Technologist status, which reflects on both their level of experience and their years in the water treatment industry. This combined experience and certification allows for WCA to provide technologically advanced, affordable solutions to all of your treatment needs.

WCA’s core philosophy involves the utilization of a team approach whenever addressing the needs and concerns of our customers. Teams comprised of individuals with years of experience in both the water treatment industry as well as working under the WCA moniker allows for a comprehensive, personal relationship between company and client, something that would not be possible without the dedication of our many employees. Visit our website to learn more about the atmosphere of success establish by our employees at www.waterconsultantsofamerica.com.