Challenges for Spring 2009 Pilot Plant Team

Number of team members needed: 3

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Team members should test consecutive alum doses in order to familiarize themselves with the tank and floc formation
When performing tests with the flocculation tank, make sure there is a high incoming turbidity
Compare uniform and non-uniform baffle configuration results from the flocculation tank Design a better configuration for the tube flocculatorwith high incoming turbidity

Alter the tube flocculat set-up to minimize air trapped from joints and it has a more permanent location at the plant.
Set up FReTA to be used with the tube flocculator
Use FReTA to compare settling velocities at different points in the tube flocculator
Compare raw water readings from the Pilot Plant FReTA with the laboratory results