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Inspection of Media Filters
2017 PSMA Conference PresentationIn this session the we will cover the proper inspection of Media Filters. The discussion will include descriptions of the different types of Media available and how they function within the Onsite Wastewater Treatment System. The components of the Media Filters will be explored to gain a full understanding of their operation […]
Conventional System O&M
2017 PSMA Conference PresentationIn this session the we will cover the importance of conducting Operations and Maintenance on a conventional system. The discussion will include descriptions of the treatment train and all the components of a conventional system and why it is important to maintain even the most basic gravity fed system. The session will […]
Choosing the Right Technology
2017 PSMA Conference PresentationIn this session the we will cover the many options that are available for the advanced treatment of wastewater and how to choose the appropriate method for the specific site requirements. The discussion will include descriptions of the different types of advanced treatment and media filters available and how they work and […]
Inspection of ATUs for O&M
2017 PSMA Conference PresentationIn this session the we will cover the proper inspection of an Advanced Treatment Unit (ATU). The discussion will include descriptions of the different types of ATU’s available and how they work and treat the wastewater. The components of the ATU’s will be explored to gain a full understanding of their operation […]
A Study of Microbiological Induced Corrosion
2015 WWETT Conference PresentationThis presentation by NPCA discusses the process of microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), the Purdue Study, and current precautions.Download PDF
Working with Real Estate Agents
2015 PSMA Conference PresentationA panel of discussion of the top questions and concerns expressed by real estate agents regarding the inspection of an onlot wastewater system. Panelists will share their experiences in inspecting systems for property buyers and property sellers and how to properly explain the value of PSMA inspections.Download PDF
Soil and Soil Compaction Math & Science
2015 PSMA Conference PresentationThe focus of this presentation will be “How to Create an Infiltration Surface”. I will start with a brief discussion of soil properties and characteristics important to on-lot sewage disposal. Then look at what is learned from the Soil Probe that relates to soil-water movement, especially infiltration of wastewater into the soil […]
Fluid Dynamics & Pump Selection
2015 PSMA Conference PresentationThe focus of this presentation will be help designers, SEOs, contractors, and installers understand how elevation, pressure and friction are related and how to quantify each of these parameters. The group will be introduced to Bernoulli’s Equation. I will discuss the data needed and how to determine the Total Dynamic Head and […]