| Synopsis: |
Reverse osmosis (RO) and nanofiltration (NF) are membrane technologies that can be applied to the treatment of various water sources for the production of drinking water. This new Manual was developed to provide an overview of these important technologies for operators, administrators, engineers, scientists, educators, or anyone seeking an introduction to these processes. Chapter topics encompass theory and applications, design, equipment, and installation, as well as operations and maintenance. Find complete coverage on: History; Regulations; Theory; Terminology; Water resources; Pretreatment; Concentrate disposal; Membrane materials; Manufacturing; Configuration; Maintenance; Chemistry; Costing; and Safety. Get the information your utility needs to keep pace with changing regulations in this informative Manual. Complete with tables, figures, five appendixes, additional sources of information, and a comprehensive glossary. |