WCWC Fact Sheets
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) creates fact sheets for water professionals based on pilot testing projects performed by the Research & Technology Department. These fact sheets are a compilation of information from different sources and are presented solely for information purposes.
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Visit our online library’s main webpage to find more resources on topics related to drinking water.
WCWC Fact Sheets
Absolute vs. Nominal Filter Ratings
Baffling Factor Selection for CT Calculations
Distribution Factors That Control Biofilm
Microcystin Degradation by Chemical Oxidation
Particle Monitoring Applications
Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment
PFAS in Water Systems: A Canadian Perspective
Removal of Manganese from Drinking Water
Slow Sand Filtration Operation and Maintenance
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National Environmental Services Centre (NESC) Fact Sheets
The National Environmental Services Centre (NESC) provides fact sheets in conjunction with the National Drinking Water Clearinghouse and the University of Virginia. These fact sheets can be accessed in this post.
Visit our online library’s main webpage to find more resources on topics related to drinking water.
Fact Sheets
Basic water and wastewater formulas
Biofilm control in distribution systems
Cross connection and backflow prevention
Development of low-cost treatment options for arsenic removal in water treatment facilities
Diatomaceous earth filtration for drinking water
Fundamentals of Hydraulics – Flow
Fundamentals of Hydraulics – Pressure
How to begin a fire hydrant operation and maintenance program
How to operate and maintain manganese greensand treatment units
Ion Exchange and Demineralization
Leak detection and water loss control
Oil and gas extraction and source water protection
On-site generation of disinfectants
Point-of-use and point-of-entry systems
Quality control in construction projects
Reading centrifugal pump curves
Repairing distribution line breaks
Simultaneous compliance with drinking water regulations
Treatment technologies for small drinking water systems
Water efficiency and conservation
Water quality in distribution systems
Water treatment plant residuals management
Well maintenance and groundwater protection
Posters
Cross connection and backflow prevention
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