Tracking Water Quality in Real-Time: A Game-Changer for WWTP Operators |WEFTEC SERIES 2 | EP4
Release Date: 12/18/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of Engineers for Communities, host Michael Groselle, PE is joined by Michael Oswell from Proteus to explore transformative advancements in water quality monitoring. Discover how real-time monitoring technology is revolutionizing water and wastewater management for operators, municipalities, and industrial clients.
★ Learn how Proteus combines lab-grade technology and patented algorithms to deliver real-time, accurate water quality data.
★ Explore the flexibility of multiprobe sensors for monitoring turbidity, temperature, pH, conductivity, and more in a single, easy-to-use device.
★ Discover the convenience of remote monitoring through SCADA integration or standalone battery-powered deployments in challenging locations.
★ Understand how Proteus sensors enable operators to detect issues like BOD spikes or pollution sources upstream, saving time and costs.
★ Applications span from influent and effluent monitoring in wastewater plants to industrial discharge checks and environmental stream monitoring.
★ Case studies reveal the impact of identifying unpermitted discharges and improving operational decisions with real-time data.
★ Proteus technology empowers communities and industries to achieve compliance, protect resources, and optimize water treatment processes.