Transactions of the ASAE · 1977 · 42 citations · 0 references
EngineeringChemical EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringWastewater TreatmentWater Quality EngineeringWater TreatmentIndustrial Water ReuseWaste TreatmentWater ManagementWater PollutionWater ReclamationWater-saving TechnologiesFilter Media CloggingIndustrial Water RecyclingPluggingReclaimed Water ReuseReplacement Cost ApproachWater Filtration SystemsWater Treatment Systems
ABSTRACT A trickle emitter system, which had become partially clogged after 2 years of operation even with extensive water filtration, was reclaimed suc-cessfully by treating the entire system with concentrated hypochlorite and acid solutions. Chemical cost per emitter was less than replacement cost for the emitter and supply tubing. Maintenance treatment with low levels of hypochlorite and acid prevented recurrence of emitter plugging.