Publisher's Synopsis
The Landmark Water Use and Treatment Resource-Fully Updated for Optimizing Water Processes
This industry-standard resource from the world's leading water management company offers practical guidance on the use and treatment of water and wastewater in industrial and institutional facilities. Revised to align with the latest regulations and technologies, The Nalco Water Handbook, Fourth Edition, explains water management fundamentals and clearly shows how to improve water quality, minimize usage, and optimize treatment processes. Throughout, new emphasis is placed on today's prevailing issues, including water scarcity, stressors, and business risk.
Covers all essential water treatment topics, including:
Water management fundamentals
The business case for managing water
Water sources, stressors, and quality
Basic water chemistry
Impurity removal
Steam generation
Cooling water systems
Safety for building water systems
Post-treatment
Energy in water systems
Water applications across various industries
