Download or read book Filter Troubleshooting and Design Handbook written by Richard P. Beverly and published by American Water Works Association. This book was released on 2011-01-12 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new manual addresses the many issues associated with filters in the operations of water utilities. Process, mechanical and material issues are discussed along with all manner of troubleshooting. Coverage includes: driving heads, plenum/flume hydraulics, filter support gravel, filter media, underdrains, optimizing backwash, filter controls, gravity and pressure filters, and filter maintenance.