Valves & the Decline of System Operability: by Paul Schumi
Industry Challenges Across America
Water utilities across America are facing tremendous challenges that if not addressed, could result in unacceptable high risks and costs. Many water systems are getting older and customer demands are increasing. In addition, in municipalities throughout the country, water departments have been downsized, budgets are strained and for many, emergencies have become part of the norm. As a result, for many systems, operability has declined and in some cases, utilities fear losing control of their distribution systems.

Asset Management - What it Means for Water Distribution: by Cliff Wilson
Asset management, as a concept and practice, is being implemented in the waste water sector. This implementation is primarily due to the catalyst of EPA regulations (CMOM, NPDES, consent decrees, and a host of othe federal and state regulations); the EPA has effectively been setting utilities priorities throuh regulation.

Water Writes Spring 2006 Newsletter: by Paul Schumi
Formed from the E.H. Wachs Company,which has been in business since 1883, Wachs Utility Services is the nation’s expert in water distribution system efficiency. The company specializes in complete distribution system analysis and rehabilitation services including valve inspections and exercising, fire hydrant assessments and repair, meter testing, leak detection, water audits, GPS mapping, and GIS integration.

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