Research and Markets: Sludge Engineering: the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater Sludges

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/6393d4/sludge_engineering) has announced the addition of the "Sludge Engineering: The Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater Sludges" book to their offering.

Intended for advanced students and practitioners of wastewater engineering, this comprehensive text clearly explains the theory and quantitative rationale for treating wastewater and industrial sludges, with public safety and efficiency in mind. The authors bring instructional and engineering backgrounds to the subject of sludge, presenting the necessary calculations as well as sample design alternatives for each process in sludge handling. The authors are fully attuned to the controversies surrounding sludge disposal and carefully lay out US and European regulations that govern current technologies. The book offers important information on emerging practices for safe and legal sludge disposal. Numerous case studies and sample problems are included for the benefit of instructors and students.

Summary

Comprehensive explanation of sludge theory and engineering design
Covers US and European disposal regulations and practices
Includes design examples and solved problems

Key Topics Covered:

CHAPTER 1: SLUDGE SOURCES, QUANTITIES, AND MANAGEMENT CHAPTER 2: SLUDGE CHARACTERISTICS CHAPTER 3: SLUDGE STABILIZATION CHAPTER 4: SLUDGE PUMPING AND CONVEYING CHAPTER 5: SLUDGE THICKENING CHAPTER 6: SLUDGE DEWATERING CHAPTER 7: SLUDGE CONDITIONING CHAPTER 8: SLUDGE DRYING AND COMBUSTION CHAPTER 9: CHEMICAL SLUDGES CHAPTER 10: LAND DISPOSAL OF SLUDGE AS BIOSOLIDS

CHAPTER 11: OTHER OPTIONS FOR SLUDGE DISPOSAL AND BENEFICIAL USE

CHAPTER 12: REGULATIONS GOVERNING SLUDGE DISPOSAL

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