In a distribution system, a considerable amount of water gets wasted and lost either due to leakage or unauthorized water connections. These losses can amount to 15% of the total consumption even in a well-managed distribution system, and in case ...
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What are the Different Types of Underground Water Sources?
When we talk about the different sources of water, we usually think of surface water sources like lakes, rivers, and streams. However, approximately 97% of all of the usable freshwater is actually groundwater. Groundwater is the water that percolates the ...
How to Construct Open Wells?
An open well is a cylindrical shaft made out of masonry in the ground with an uncovered opening. It is one of the most basic types of well that can be shallow or deep depending on the water table. The ...
How to Differentiate Between Rapid Gravity Filters and Slow Sand Filters?
Filtration is a process in which water is passed through the beds of fine granular materials like sand. The bed of fine granular materials is known as a filter and it helps in removing impurities to a great extent. The ...
Modular Construction: The Future of the Construction Industry
Popularly known as prefabrication (or prefab), modular construction is a mechanism in which the building is constructed in a factory environment under controlled conditions, with required design codes and standards, which are later assembled on site. The facility is constructed ...
How to Plan and Prepare for Water Supply Projects?
A water supply project generally consists of a water collection unit, conveyance system, and units for treatment, purification, and distribution. It is necessary to plan, prepare, and design the entire water supply scheme before constructing the units. A proper plan ...
Pumps in Water Supply System
A pump is a mechanical device that lifts liquids from a lower level or low-pressure area to a higher level or high-pressure area. It is a heavy-duty equipment with low suction and high discharge pressure. This makes it easier to ...
What are the Factors Governing the Selection of Water Sources?
Water in all three forms—solid, liquid, or gas—is an extremely valuable resource for fulfilling the basic necessities of humans. Clean water is not just required for drinking but for sanitation purposes as well. Therefore, water supplied to our homes should ...