Sanitary and municipal engineering Books

Capital construction projects involve significant monetary investment, as well as contracts with construction firms, engineering firms, and others. This manual describes a variety of project delivery methods and provides guidance to utility managers,...

Almost every US water and wastewater utility must comply with US environmental protection regulations covering air emissions, hazardous materials and wastes, toxic substances, and other issues. This useful new book will help you avoid violations of US...

The manual identifies most of the problem organisms found in water supplies and provides recommendations for removing or inactivating them. Chapters describe and illustrate each organism, explain the types of problems it can cause, and offers suggestions...

Water utilities of all sizes find this guidebook very helpful as they assess and upgrade the physical and operational security of their systems. This book describes measures a water utility can take for better security against man-made threats. It...

The increasing population densities of Asia, Africa and Oceania are in conflict with the ecosystem. A growing demand for food and fiber causes agriculture to rely heavily upon chemical fertilization, herbicides and pesticides. Rising industrial output...

Scientific management strategies can help in exploring anthropogenic wastes (human-made materials) as potential resources through the urban mining concept and be a panacea for sustainable development. This book covers five broader aspects of waste...

The provision of clean and safe drinking water is one of the primary public health concerns in any society. In this technical manual, James H. Fuertes provides detailed guidance on the design, construction, and operation of water filtration systems...

This groundbreaking report examines the issue of sewage disposal at the National Soldiers Home near Santa Monica, California, offering valuable insights into the technical, social, and political factors involved in this critical issue. Drawing on...

This book provides a comprehensive study of the water supply systems in Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, focusing on underground sources. It includes detailed geological surveys of the regions, as well as analysis of the quality and quantity of the...

Dieses Buch ist ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk für die städtische Abwässerbehandlung in Deutschland. Es enthält eine Vielzahl von Informationen zu kanal- und Kläranlagen sowie zur Abwasserbehandlung und ist ein wichtiger Leitfaden für Stadtplaner,...

This technical report outlines the design of a new sewerage system and disposal plant for the village of Crete, Illinois. It includes detailed plans for construction and operation, as well as analysis of the expected costs and benefits of the system.This...

This essential guide to water-supply engineering offers a technical but accessible introduction to the field. With detailed information on hydrology, hydrodynamics, and water-works construction, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in...

This comprehensive guide offers a detailed overview of water supply systems, including their design, construction, and operation. It covers the various types of water sources, treatment methods and distribution networks. A valuable resource for...

This essential reference work is a must-have for engineers and designers involved in the construction and maintenance of hydraulic systems. With precise formulae and clear diagrams, Flynn's tables provide a comprehensive guide to the calculation of...

Precoat filtration is a US Environmental Protection Agency- (USEPA-) accepted filtration technique for potable water treatment. When the Surface Water Treatment Rule (SWTR) went into effect in 1989, it provoked a renewed interest in this filtration...

Starting with sludge and scum characterization, this practical guide provides least cost methods of improving sludge quality, options for beneficial reuse, the costs of implementing those options, and case studies of sludge reuse programs around the...

There is a growing problem of performance degradation of wells and associated systems on sites where groundwater quality is monitored or remediation performed. This book acts as a valuable guide in keeping monitoring and pumping well systems operating to...

This outstanding reference book deals with effects of various agricultural practices on ground water quality and usage; and ground water management strategies for protection of ground water affected by agriculture.

Every spring, the University of Massachusetts - Amherst welcomes all ''Soils Conference" Scientific Advisory Board members with open arms as we begin the planning process responsible for bringing you quality conferences year...

Current trends in stormwater management add pollution control to existing priorities of flood protection and peakflow limits. From a fundamental overview of supporting information on water quality, statistics and hydrology to...

Hydroelectric power is a topic of great importance in the field of energy engineering. As students in this discipline, it is crucial to understand the significance of hydroelectric power and its impact on our society and the environment. In this...

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2017 im Fachbereich BWL - Controlling, Note: 2, Johannes Kepler Universität Linz (Universität), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Diese Arbeit beschäftigt sich mit dem Thema Leistungsmessung in Wasserversorgungsunternehmen. Dabei...

This manual provides users of PE pipe and fittings in potable water systems with both technical and general information on design, specification, procurement, and installation.Coverage includes engineering properties of polyethylene, manufacturing,...

At British Petroleum's power plant on the oil-field at Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, a worker experienced nearly a decade of health issues. Repair of a contamination source in the drinking water system, with its sudden resolution of some of the symptoms, both...

Este proyecto de saneamiento del subsuelo de Barcelona tiene como objetivo mejorar la calidad de vida de los ciudadanos al abordar los problemas relacionados con la gestión de residuos urbanos, el alcantarillado y el drenaje. El autor, P. Garcia Faria,...

Ce livre est un traité incontournable pour comprendre la gestion de l'eau en France. Il inclut des contributions de Jean François Aubuisson de Voisins, Jules Dupuit et Raymond Genieys, trois des plus grands experts en la matière. Vous y trouverez des...

Water Supply of South Africa and Facilities for the Storage of It is a comprehensive study of the water supply system of South Africa, with a particular focus on the storage facilities that were used to address the challenges posed by the country's arid...

This report provides an overview of research on the removal of selenium from water using ion exchange methods. The authors survey the literature on various types of ion exchange resins and their effectiveness in removing selenium from both natural and...

Este libro es una guía práctica para la planificación y gestión de las instalaciones sanitarias en los edificios privados y colectivos. Enrique Tagle Rodríguez ofrece una visión detallada de los procedimientos de ingeniería y construcción necesarios para...

Explore the history and importance of the Catskill Water Supply System, which has been providing clean and safe water to the residents of New York City since the late 19th century. From engineering marvels to ecological challenges, this book covers it...

This groundbreaking study of municipal water supply was a seminal work in the development of public health infrastructure in the late 19th century. Written by the British engineer Baldwin Latham, it draws on his extensive experience in designing and...

In this groundbreaking study of the sewerage systems of coastal towns, Henry Charles Adams examines the challenges posed by the disposal of waste and sewage in areas subject to tidal ebb and flow. Drawing on the latest scientific and engineering...

A practical guide to managing sanitation, water supply and sewage disposal in country houses.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the...

Ce livre pratique et illustré, écrit par Jules Hervieu, est un manuel complet sur la construction des égouts. Avec ses nombreux procédés, il vous guidera simplement et efficacement dans l'installation de votre système d'égouts à la maison.This work has...

This comprehensive guide is designed to help engineers, architects, and contractors prevent seepage losses in ditches and reservoirs. In this book, you will find detailed information about various lining materials, design considerations, and construction...

Dumas, spécialiste de la fontaine, partage son expertise dans ce manuel détaillé sur la création de sources d'eau potable. Avec des instructions claires sur la prospection, la construction et l'entretien des fontaines, ainsi que des exemples pratiques,...

Cet ouvrage traite des problématiques d'assainissement dans les villes et les banlieues, ainsi que des travaux d'épuration et d'utilisation agricole des eaux d'égout. P. Pignant propose des principes et des solutions pratiques qui peuvent être appliqués...

Efforts to direct the recovery of damaged sites and landscape date back as far as the 1930s. If we fully understood the conditions and controlling variables at restoration sites, we would be better equipped to predict the outcomes of restoration efforts...

Contents - PART 1. NATURAL WATER SUPPLIES - Rain water - Surface water - River water - Spring water - Well water - Canal water - Pit water -Effects of drought - Condensate as feed water - Water blending - PART 2. SCALE FORMATION - Effect of scale...

Within the general debate on neoliberalism and privatization, private sector participation (PSP) in water is one of the most controversial and emotional debates of the current development discourse. After a decade of experimentation with PSP in water...

This outlines techniques for household-scale safe collection and treating of rainwater, and quality improvement for both potable and non-potable uses, with numerous case studies. It offers a comprehensive, holistic book for developing and underdeveloped...

This book provides an outline of plans, complete with illustrations, for providing water to New York City from a source independent of the Croton Watershed. The book details how this abundant supply of water will be delivered under sufficient pressure...

This book is a comprehensive guide to designing a sanitary sewer system for the city of Rushville, Schuyler County, Illinois. It provides practical information on planning, design, construction, and operation of a sanitary sewer system. This book is...

This book documents the water supply of Lincolnshire, including an in-depth analysis of underground sources, sinkings, and borings. It's a valuable reference for anyone interested in the history and geography of the area, as well as those involved in...

This essential guide provides a complete directory of water works in the United States, as well as comprehensive statistics on water usage and quality. A must-have resource for anyone interested in the science and engineering of water management.This...

This book provides guidelines for assessing the quality of reclaimed water intended for agricultural irrigation, industrial processes, augmenting drinking water supplies, and recreational applications. It covers various uses of water reuse and the health...

This publication provides detailed information on the standards and regulations governing water wells in Ventura County, California. It is an essential resource for anyone involved in the design, construction, or maintenance of water wells in the area...