IWC Continuing Education Workshops

Boiler Water Operation, and Water Treatment

Presented by: James O. Robinson, GE Betz, Trevose, PA

Covered in this workshop is the water quality required for steam boilers, the various treatments that are being used, and new developments for protection from scale,and corrosion. The boiler as well as the pre-boiler and condensate systems are reviewed, discussed, and illustrated as to potential problems but also the most effective water treatments being used today. Water treatment controls needed is provided for all types of treatment along with trouble shooting guidelines. Operators, Utility plant supervisors, and manager can benefit greatly by the practical and useful information obtained a this workshop.

FGD Systems and Operating Guidelines

Presented by: Dr. Enos L. Stover, PhD, PE, DEE, The Stover Group, Stillwater, OK

This workshop provides a though review of FGD system operation and the problems commonly encountered. It reviews the methods and techniques that are available to control typical problems and the programs used for their minimization or control. This workshop provides practical and useful guidelines to identify the potential problems but also the chemical and mechanical methods that are in use today for their control. This information is of great help to operators and managers of FGD systems.

Design and Operation of Reverse Osmosis Systems

Presented by: Jantje Johnson, Genesys North America, Eden Prairie, MN

This workshop provides information on pretreatment, design and operation of reverse osmosis systems.
Guidelines are given on pretreatment, reverse osmosis membrane selection, RO design and operation. Detailed discussions are provided on the operation + evaluation of reverse osmosis systems. Detailed information will be provided on cleaning of reverse osmosis systems.

Examples of various systems will be shown and discussed.
This workshop is a great opportunity to ask questions and solve problems.

This workshop is designed for reverse osmosis system operators and owners.

Wastewater Treatment Processes

Presented by: Kar Munirathinam, Ph.D., N. A. Water Systems, Moon Township, PA

This workshop provides a review of the various waste water processes in use today, how they operate, what treatment and what controls are needed for successful waste water effluent quality. Discussions of various case histories identifies limitations, typical problems, new technologies and which process should be used for various waste water qualities.The physical, chemical, and biological processes and equipment are reviewed along with the expected effluent quality with good and poor operation. This workshop provides practical operational information on many types of waste waters and thus is ideal for those new as well as experienced with waste water processing.

Cooling and Chilled Water Treatments

Presented by: Arthur Freedman, Arthur Freedman & Associates, Inc., East Stroudburg, PA and Paul Puckorius, Puckorius & Associates, Inc., Arvada, CO

This workshop provides a detailed review of corrosion, scale, fouling, and microbiological problems and methods for their minimization in cooling tower systems as well as chilled ( closed) water systems. The newest water treatment programs are reviewed, along with their limitations and water qualities required for successful use. Detailed discussions and guidelines are provided for monitoring, testing, and controls for each of the potential problems. Identification of the potential problems associated with white rust, enhanced copper tubes, mild steel tubes, MIC corrosion, film fill fouling and more provide valuable guidelines for all attendees. This is a great workshop for all levels of persons involved in cooling and chilled water system operation and protection.

Membrane Systems Troubleshooting
(Now includes the workshop topic "Membrane Systems and Bio-Fouling")

Presented by: Luis Carvalho, P.Eng., GE Water & Process Technologies, Mississauga, ON, Canada

Covered in this workshop is how to identify potential and existing problems in the operation of all types of membrane systems. This involves water flow, pressures, leakage, and maintenance. Examples of various systems are show and typical problems identified along with the techniques used to resolve those problems. Guidelines are given relative to what to look for, what testing is needed, and common action plans to minimize problems. A must for all membrane system operators and owners.

Reuse Water and Water Conservation
Presented by: Arthur Freedman, Arthur Freedman & Associates, Inc., East Stroudburg, PA and Paul Puckorius, Puckorius & Associates, Inc., Arvada, CO

Covered in this workshop is the identification of the reuse and reclaimed water quality needed to be successfully used in cooling tower, boiler water, and process water systems. Various reused waters are identified that can be utilized with no, little, and extensive treatments prior to being added to the water using system. Water conservation techniques and procedures are identified along with the potential for zero liquid discharge from cooling water systems. Water reuse and conservation of fresh water supplies is expanding rapidly and this workshop provides the information and guidelines for successfully planning and utilization of "used " waters. A must for all persons interested in saving water.

Water Preparation Processes

Presented by: Cynthia Carmen, Graver Water Systems, Cranford, NJ

This workshop reviews the various processes used to treat raw water for use as boiler feed, cooling makeup, process, and potable water. Detailed discussions of clarification, cold and hot lime, and filtration provides not only effective operating guidelines but also optimum controls and trouble shooting aspects of each process. This is a must for operators, utility supervisors, and water treatment engineers working with these systems.

Ion-Exchange Technology and Practical Operating Practices

Presented by: Wayne Bernahl, W. Bernahl Enterprises, Ltd., Elmhurst, IL

This workshop provides detailed review of the various ion exchange processes for softening and demineralizing water as preparation for boilers, cooling,and process applications. How to evaluate existing systems, their resin, operation, and water quality of ion exchange units is an excellent troubleshooting and informative portion of this work shop. A review of the different ion exchange resins available along with the newest developments and how the can be used to provide specific water quality is a must for water treatment operations. A great opportunity to as questions and solve problems.

Legionnaire Disease Concerns/Guidelines/Testing

Presented by: Paul Puckorius, Puckorius & Associates, Inc., Arvada, CO

This workshop provides a very practical understanding of Legionnaires Disease in cooling water and potable water systems.It provides detailed review of monitoring and control of the Legionella bacteria but also how it is spread, and what can be done to minimize their presence. A review of the guidelines issued by CTI, ASHRAE, CDC, OSHA,and others is provided for water treatment and testing in cooling and potable water systems. This is a must for all water treatment operators, suppliers, owners and managers of facilities but also health concerned management.