February 2008 Volume 50 Number 2
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	WQA Aquatech USA 2008: Schedule of Events read more   WQA Aquatech USA 2008: Educational / Training Sessions read more   Sanitation by Karen R. Smith When my own water softener developed a noxious odor, I knew just what to do: run to the phone and call WC&P's Technical Review Committee members! Of course, other homeowners don't have that particular option and apparently, there's a lot of misinformation out there.  read more
Features
	Membrane Support Fabrics: Issues and Un-Met Needs by Edward C. Gregor Throughout the past 40 years, significant growth has been the hallmark for membranes of every variety in high-efficiency liquid filtration applications. Microporous membranes are most commonly found in single-use pleated cartridges in process industry systems and medical devices, whereas...  read more   New Technique for Iron Removal by Nicole Mitchell The first home water treatment system that completely oxidizes iron in water for total iron removal uses a patented dissolved oxygen generator (DOG).   read more   Full Plate Distributor Vessel=Truly Green Water Treatment by Douglas M. Horner and Michael P. Mormino 'Go green efforts have recently become a major public initiative as a new idea. Yet many water treatment dealers have experienced firsthand the negative impact water contamination has had on the environment for years.   read more   The Importance of Activated Carbon Technology: A Glossary of Terms by H. George Nowicki, Chris Brunning, Barbara Sherman and Henry Nowicki This article provides some of the major definitions to help professionals working in the field of activated carbon. Using clear and precise words demonstrates your professional knowledge and enables you to make better decisions when purchasing activated carbon or using consultants and laboratory testing services.  read more
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Columns
	Viewpoint: Closing thoughts and opening lines by Karen R. Smith read more   This Bug's For You! The Aquasource Group, Inc. by Denise M. Roberts read more   HM Digital, Inc.'s Rob Samborn by Karen R. Smith read more   In-Place Cleaning Testing of Residential Distillers under NSF / ANSI 62 by Rick Andrew read more   NDMA -- An Emerging Waterborne Contaminant by Kelly A. Reynolds, MSPH, Ph.D. read more   Tech Talk: A Residential Drinking Water Treatment Primer, Part 1 by Peter S. Cartwright read more