How Do Water Treatment Plants Work?

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  • @ConcerningReality
    @ConcerningReality  5 років тому +76

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  • @MarcFavorites
    @MarcFavorites 3 роки тому +192

    As a licensed water treatment operator, I was expecting a super basic and dumbed down explanation, but this is a really accurate overview. I was mostly surprised that some of the other lesser known treatment options were explained.

    • @ConcerningReality
      @ConcerningReality  3 роки тому +26

      Thanks for the seal of approval! I have a civil engineering background so I tried to explain it as best I could!

    • @maryroserivera5502
      @maryroserivera5502 3 роки тому

      Hi what specific name of chlorine that I can add to water for bath or pool to disinfect

    • @sinuemedina2550
      @sinuemedina2550 2 роки тому +3

      What about Flint water?

    • @pteddygovender6584
      @pteddygovender6584 2 роки тому

      Are the pumps in water 💦 or if due to Floods pumps get submerged can they be restored by servicing the pumps.
      Allimuthu Perumal

    • @pteddygovender6584
      @pteddygovender6584 2 роки тому

      Tongaat Water Treatment Works was flooded since April see the you tube on this Allimuthu Perumal

  • @darrelllancaster9554
    @darrelllancaster9554 2 роки тому +46

    This is truly one of the most important jobs out there. To everyone who does this, Thanks.

  • @nubnationx2723
    @nubnationx2723 4 роки тому +148

    A proud water treatment engineer here!

    • @Two_Common
      @Two_Common 4 роки тому +1

      training for my t2 rn!!

    • @nubnationx2723
      @nubnationx2723 4 роки тому

      @@Two_Common t2 rn?

    • @Two_Common
      @Two_Common 4 роки тому

      @@nubnationx2723 yea im turn 18 next week and want to start early

    • @nubnationx2723
      @nubnationx2723 4 роки тому

      @@Two_Common engineering technician?

    • @Two_Common
      @Two_Common 4 роки тому +3

      @@nubnationx2723 no plant operator

  • @khajasplettstoesser6668
    @khajasplettstoesser6668 5 років тому +577

    I was about to go to sleep then my brain said "how is water filtered?" So I had to find out!

  • @mikewagar8631
    @mikewagar8631 3 роки тому +44

    20 years in water plants (I now run one) and I never thought about a UA-cam channel. Very cool.
    I'm at a 17.4 mgd plant in Michigan now, looking forward to a video on this type of plant. I'd be happy to offer any info.

    • @S6BBZ
      @S6BBZ 2 роки тому +4

      Michigander here, thank u for keeping our water clean!

    • @coolguy73389
      @coolguy73389 Рік тому +2

      Also a michigander here! Taking an interview for the city of midland water plant today!!

    • @LiLiKOiOiOi
      @LiLiKOiOiOi 25 днів тому

      Thank you !! :D

  • @ryandisanti4968
    @ryandisanti4968 6 років тому +277

    Now I know why my water bill is so damn expensive.

    • @WaterMan416
      @WaterMan416 6 років тому +15

      While it is relatively expensive to treat water, and it's a critical asset, the cost to replace most distribution system piping is significantly more expensive. The bulk of the money for a water company/authority is underground. The general thumb rule is about $1000 per foot to replace water mains. Differs according to size, but it's an average.

    • @Kiefty
      @Kiefty 6 років тому +4

      It's usually because most water companies profit from it. Fortunately I work for a non profit company so bills aren't so bad here. Most other companies in the UK are extortionate

    • @Darkskindiplo
      @Darkskindiplo 5 років тому +6

      Small price to pay to avoid dysentery. In Utah we’re paying hundredths of a penny per gallon for tap water.

    • @neol07707
      @neol07707 5 років тому +2

      LMFAO I know right

    • @kjacoby
      @kjacoby 4 роки тому +4

      Kiefty the ones that don’t profit usually don’t put any money back into the system either. I’ve worked for both and the private investor owned companies are far superior when it comes to compliance and treatment technology

  • @motoxrider4life745
    @motoxrider4life745 3 роки тому +10

    I'm a water treatment plant supervisor. And I approve this message

  • @bleepbloopbleep671
    @bleepbloopbleep671 4 роки тому +82

    Who else is watching for school work during quarantine

    • @nikwats5723
      @nikwats5723 4 роки тому +2

      Helo

    • @Rose-bi4je
      @Rose-bi4je 4 роки тому +1

      ఌsᴛʀᴀᴡʙᴇʀʀʏ ᴄᴏᴡఌ me i have an assessment

    • @KF-fx3me
      @KF-fx3me 4 роки тому

      Here ✋

    • @lanzleanillo9354
      @lanzleanillo9354 4 роки тому

      For our Water and Waste Engineering elective subject 😃

  • @POPMaxsterGod
    @POPMaxsterGod 5 років тому +11

    As a certified water operator myself. This video is a very good basic overview of what goes on in a water treatment plant. Good job.

    • @ConcerningReality
      @ConcerningReality  5 років тому

      Thanks!

    • @dlo6097
      @dlo6097 5 років тому

      how did u become a water operator? Im so lost. I just graduated high school.

    • @POPMaxsterGod
      @POPMaxsterGod 5 років тому

      @@dlo6097 I went to college and finished my degree in mechanical engineering. Got a job with a company that needed a facility tech with some engineering knowledge so I got hired and asked if I could take ove the facility water plant. I agreed, and took over, studied to get my treatment and distribution certifications and now I'm head of the water department.

    • @POPMaxsterGod
      @POPMaxsterGod 5 років тому

      @@dlo6097 Your best bet is to try to get your certifications in treatment or distribution or both. Contact your local environmental government agency to see what is your state requirements for you to take the exam for level 1 treatment or level 1 distribution. Usually you can take them without any experience at the level 1 in most states. There are 5 levels on each treatment and distribution. Levels 2 through 5 usually require you to have a year or more of experience.

    • @POPMaxsterGod
      @POPMaxsterGod 5 років тому

      @@dlo6097 Study and get level 1. After that you will have a good chance of getting hired at a low level in any water facility. From there just keep working to gain experience and then get the level 2 and 3 tests on whichever area you like most whether it be water treatment or distribution.

  • @filmonaron6465
    @filmonaron6465 Місяць тому

    A fantastic video that provides an excellent explanation of the water treatment process. Kudos!

  • @Crayola123
    @Crayola123 4 роки тому +21

    I know this was posted a long time ago but thanks to my science teacher told us to watch this video and I really should give her a water bottle after this video. Yes this is for school work

    • @DK-nv9zu
      @DK-nv9zu 3 роки тому

      I think a bottle of tap water would be more appropriate

  • @ntazanamulengo1777
    @ntazanamulengo1777 4 роки тому +4

    Finished am passing the interview next week....thanks for simple explanation

  • @curtismiller3619
    @curtismiller3619 8 місяців тому +1

    Great Overview and to the point. I share this with others in our organization to jump start them in the water industry!

  • @TheNathanDrawdy
    @TheNathanDrawdy 6 років тому +29

    Hey, I just wanted to say, I found you somehow, and I LOVE how you explain topics like this and wastewater treatment. I've subscribed for sure.

  • @NothinsM
    @NothinsM Рік тому

    As a licensed water treatment plant operator, I like learning. Even if I know all of this already I still enjoyed watching.

  • @jeddcedricremoroza-mb4ed
    @jeddcedricremoroza-mb4ed Рік тому +1

    Very informative. I own a small Water Refilling Station with this kind of information I understood more and I can improve my water treatment and make water more safe and delicious to drink

  • @mjayle
    @mjayle 3 роки тому +12

    Thank you for such an educational and informative video. I always thought that it was chemical engineers who designed those treatment plants. Turned out it's civil engineers that are the real brains behind those.

    • @ConcerningReality
      @ConcerningReality  3 роки тому +2

      Yep- and civil engineers have to do a lot of chemistry in their jobs too!

  • @kpliviemmanuel4425
    @kpliviemmanuel4425 Місяць тому +1

    Wow Water treatment operator from Ghana, proud to watch this informative video with other information on water treatment

  • @WTLowery82
    @WTLowery82 4 роки тому +5

    I'm performing those tests every night this week at the top of every hour here in Georgia. This video is spot on.

  • @mhchoudhurymd
    @mhchoudhurymd 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the clean water and the people who do it.

  • @thetruefeatherqueen
    @thetruefeatherqueen Рік тому

    So i actually looked this up after talking with a friend in Indonesia, which commonly doesnt have clean tap water in most places. Makes me aware of what I take for granted!

  • @aliffiafita5910
    @aliffiafita5910 2 роки тому +3

    The video is very clear and the steps filmed very nicely, in this way it is easy to follow, thank u for information !

  • @JaykeSapalaran-iq3qs
    @JaykeSapalaran-iq3qs Рік тому

    Great video information 👍 thanks for sharing your knowledge ♥️🇵🇭

  • @kellycaldwell3537
    @kellycaldwell3537 4 роки тому +16

    Awesome, I watched your waste water video often during school and wish you had had a fresh water version. Now that you have one maybe it will get more people interested in the industry. We are almost always short handed because so many operators are retiring. Its a great job if you enjoy casual chemistry, critical thinking, and being part of the secret backbone to civilization. Anyway, great video.

    • @vaseemyousuf5235
      @vaseemyousuf5235 3 роки тому

      Hi where are h from

    • @scottclute8413
      @scottclute8413 3 роки тому +2

      Please Kelly in response to your statement. Where would one apply? Any local city?

    • @TheSlaj4496
      @TheSlaj4496 2 роки тому

      @@scottclute8413 I work in wastewater but yes usually your local city or county government.

  • @thegriffithsfamily7151
    @thegriffithsfamily7151 4 роки тому +10

    I learned alot of things from this video ♡♡♡♡

  • @domachmakueidak2487
    @domachmakueidak2487 Місяць тому

    You made everything clear ❤

  • @SpeakerofTruth207
    @SpeakerofTruth207 14 днів тому

    I am thinking about entering this as a career.this was informative

  • @sellaindriana120
    @sellaindriana120 2 роки тому +1

    Very interesting video and now I know about drinking water plant and the treatment process

  • @ilhamandreansyah
    @ilhamandreansyah 2 роки тому

    Ilham Andreansyah - FTI UJ
    Thank you very much sir for the explanation, on this occasion I learned a lot in this video explain how the flow of processing river water into dringking water . Very interesting and easy to understand.

  • @areeyaamor
    @areeyaamor Рік тому +1

    I like how you explained the processes simply

  • @Angelica-go5ml
    @Angelica-go5ml 4 роки тому +1

    Great video! A water treatment plant operator here.

  • @minguitoirishmie7377
    @minguitoirishmie7377 2 місяці тому

    thank you for this, big help for our research!

  • @Yamunch
    @Yamunch 5 років тому +6

    this was FANTASTIC! keep up the great work

  • @nedwump9187
    @nedwump9187 Рік тому +1

    I spent so long trying to figure out water treatment. Every single source I found was either poorly explained, way too basic or too complex. Thank you so much for clearly laying the steps out

  • @FoFoCowboy
    @FoFoCowboy Рік тому +7

    I don't subscribe much but when I do its because I'm impressed and interested in seeing more. I believe this is the best summarized explanation of a water treatment plant video I've ever seen. It will be an awesome clip to share with people especially students who are interested in learning about the industry. It's a wonder why this type of career is not promoted in grade school especially with the state of our infrastructure today and the future demand for Operators.

  • @muhammadrizkikurniawan6055
    @muhammadrizkikurniawan6055 2 роки тому

    Very good explainanation about water treatment process like coagulation, sandfilter, desonfection and etc

  • @PAULLONDEN
    @PAULLONDEN 4 роки тому +4

    Too many people take clean drinking water for granted .....which is a beautiful and privileged thing . But it wouldn't harm if people appreciated clean water on demand a bit more, and imagine being one day without clean water.
    Too many people on this planet must do without
    .
    It's somewhat strange though that perfect drinking water is used to flush toilets. Which is instrumental that people take fresh water too much for granted , and easily let the tap running while brushing their teeth. There might come times when wars will be fought over fresh water. 👍🏻💧

  • @sitizahrarisnaalviani6081
    @sitizahrarisnaalviani6081 2 роки тому

    The information is so interesting, this process can transform river water into drinking water
    -FTI UJ

  • @OverlordGaming
    @OverlordGaming 6 років тому +7

    Excellent video, great channel!

  • @deborahreddy2561
    @deborahreddy2561 Рік тому

    I’m have an exam on this and the teacher never explained it 😬. This saved me, tysm!

  • @fatehbouhebila1590
    @fatehbouhebila1590 5 років тому +2

    Thank you very much .very nice and brief description and explanation.
    Bravo

  • @ayuniristanti8853
    @ayuniristanti8853 2 роки тому

    Your video very informative. This video explain about how to process water river into safe drinking water

  • @RV_UGGERILAYA
    @RV_UGGERILAYA 2 роки тому

    Omg where were u these many days.....ur videos are excellent... accurate.... informative....overall awesome ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻...we expect more n more

  • @muhammadrafif7325
    @muhammadrafif7325 2 роки тому

    Thank you,this Vidio is very educational
    and understandable

  • @ologunduduiyanuoluwavincen6170
    @ologunduduiyanuoluwavincen6170 2 роки тому

    I must say, this is really explicit👌😍

  • @BlackageOfficial
    @BlackageOfficial 3 роки тому +2

    Insanely Useful Video ❤️🔥😁

  • @Kamal25217
    @Kamal25217 Рік тому

    My.son came to bed and instead of Story he watched this informative video. Thank you 🎉

  • @nareswarisalma8843
    @nareswarisalma8843 2 роки тому

    awesome video! explains about drinking water plant and the treatment process takes dirty river water or well water and turns it into safe drinking water (coagulation & flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection). water quality and accountability arrangements are also explained.

  • @breatheinandout6755
    @breatheinandout6755 2 роки тому

    thanks for this...now iam ready to write my assignment.,....

  • @LethalgasRipper
    @LethalgasRipper 4 роки тому +2

    I love your videos. You are very straight to the point about water. I think it is going to help in My science fair project!

  • @ManojSharma-gc4xy.i
    @ManojSharma-gc4xy.i 8 місяців тому

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  • @hsahil_10
    @hsahil_10 11 місяців тому

    Thank you very much. Very well and clear explanation.

  • @andrei1637
    @andrei1637 3 місяці тому +1

    Every single time I hear someone saying their tap water is bad I imagine them with a tinfoil hat on

  • @tasyamelinia5905
    @tasyamelinia5905 2 роки тому

    Thankyou for this amazing video

  • @dewaayudinda3774
    @dewaayudinda3774 2 роки тому

    very helpful and easy to understand. Thnk u

  • @rengarajan3907
    @rengarajan3907 4 роки тому

    Useful information 🙏 Please continue to provide information like this.🙏

  • @johnzeckododa2549
    @johnzeckododa2549 4 роки тому +1

    thanks for being educative

  • @qualities9758
    @qualities9758 2 роки тому +1

    Good Video

  • @qsh-m9l
    @qsh-m9l 2 місяці тому +1

    Incredible demonstration of expertise! Your approach to water treatment is so innovative. I’m definitely going to try it out in my own projects. Additionally, our company offers cutting-edge water treatment solutions that could complement your work. Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate!"

  • @AndieZ4U2
    @AndieZ4U2 2 роки тому

    I cant believe im even watching this. but i have to. its the right thing to do for my community.

  • @Sir-Jay
    @Sir-Jay 3 роки тому

    thank you for helping me study

  • @starkeaqua
    @starkeaqua 2 роки тому

    great video

  • @ryandisanti4968
    @ryandisanti4968 6 років тому +4

    These videos are so fascinating. Keep it up! I don't know how you don't have more subs

  • @adithyanaik8497
    @adithyanaik8497 3 роки тому

    thanks, very well made🥰

  • @anshorisuhendro505
    @anshorisuhendro505 2 роки тому

    very informative video. really explains overview water treatment process

  • @mrvgamerz424
    @mrvgamerz424 4 роки тому +1

    Cool video

  • @KSudS_
    @KSudS_ 6 років тому

    Thanks. Seems like you described only external water treatment only. Great job!!!

    • @ConcerningReality
      @ConcerningReality  6 років тому +1

      What? This applies to all water treatment. What do you mean by “internal water treatment???”

    • @Andrew-yl7lm
      @Andrew-yl7lm 4 роки тому

      @@ConcerningReality...Urination? :p

  • @lukedrbro
    @lukedrbro 2 роки тому +1

    Very helpful video, thank you for helping me get an A :)

  • @PankajKumar-vi6rp
    @PankajKumar-vi6rp 6 років тому +6

    Thanks u very much .
    Though I know every details of water treatment plant , but didn't know about the pressure(40psi) required to be maintained.
    Do a video related to paint shop industry.

  • @HooriaMalhi
    @HooriaMalhi 2 роки тому

    This helped me with my quiz😁😁

  • @mayankpatel8816
    @mayankpatel8816 4 роки тому

    Good information 👍

  • @Spitsonyou
    @Spitsonyou 4 роки тому

    good video, I always wondered how water was purified since I have to drink so much now

  • @vipleather
    @vipleather 6 років тому +7

    I have a well and I do it myself with UV and RO. Haven’t got sick yet.

    • @ConcerningReality
      @ConcerningReality  6 років тому +4

      Great job! With well water and UV/RO, I bet you’ve got cleaner water than many taps

  • @agems56
    @agems56 2 роки тому

    Now I get it! Sikome Lake is basically one giant Sand Filter before swimmers effluent enters the Bow River! That explains the Swimmer's Itch afterwards!

  • @mrnalarcon
    @mrnalarcon 6 років тому +3

    Excellent!!

  • @kapatid_fred
    @kapatid_fred 3 роки тому

    Good video Friend, shout out friend.thank you

  • @americasalinas2868
    @americasalinas2868 2 роки тому

    nghe mà ưng hết cả tai , đức phúc cover mãi đỉnh

  • @xeozspitfirex8595
    @xeozspitfirex8595 5 років тому +3

    i know about this i just shared it to learn others about it ... hope it helps

  • @davidcano4587
    @davidcano4587 4 роки тому +1

    Good video!

  • @skywalkadre317
    @skywalkadre317 3 роки тому +2

    This is the best edited educational video I've watched, i just came across your channel with my curiosity for how water is treated.
    The edits and format is awesome, you give details with great visual examples, great video all around. Makes me want to watch more.

  • @kaylagbamis9927
    @kaylagbamis9927 2 роки тому

    Wow all of that to get clean water!

  • @subaithanasreen192
    @subaithanasreen192 Рік тому

    very well explained

  • @EcoperlaGlobal
    @EcoperlaGlobal 3 роки тому

    Very broadly described!

  • @arp9241
    @arp9241 3 роки тому

    Many thanks!

  • @DynamicHaze
    @DynamicHaze 6 років тому +11

    I was quite fascinated with this specific topic for a long time. There's this company or process called blue water if I'm not mistaken, it uses multiple steps, magnets, ozone all of that.

  • @atiqabanu1088
    @atiqabanu1088 9 місяців тому

    Is there any water treatment consultants in India.

  • @yasmeinabbas1416
    @yasmeinabbas1416 24 дні тому

    Thank you
    How to create electricity by water ?

  • @kjacoby
    @kjacoby 4 роки тому +2

    You forgot to mention potassium permanganate or now more popular sodium permanganate which is an oxidizer used before the coagulant. Great video though

  • @daveyt4802
    @daveyt4802 4 роки тому +2

    Great information! Just curious about the disinfection parts.

  • @karl-uweschmitz1628
    @karl-uweschmitz1628 6 років тому +4

    Very interesting video and good animation. Smaller sedimentation tanks can be build using lamella clarifiers

    • @karl-uweschmitz1628
      @karl-uweschmitz1628 6 років тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/wyz49PewhVk/v-deo.html

    • @arifahradhiah8152
      @arifahradhiah8152 5 років тому

      I'm doing my internship at water treatment plant. They need me to find out why is PAC doesn't worked so well at the first plant ( as an alternative, they use alum + lime) but at the same time it works very well at the second plant even both plants came from similar water source? Thank you

  • @markk2442
    @markk2442 6 років тому +1

    Helpful Video🙋😊
    Thanks a lot for extra knowledge like..
    Activated Carbon..UV..and much more😄😄

  • @davidbarnett1631
    @davidbarnett1631 4 роки тому +2

    Just registered for school, in waste water. Hopefully it’s a good career choice.

  • @abhishekpatil3466
    @abhishekpatil3466 Рік тому

    Radhe radhe😊

  • @billyradjapratama3811
    @billyradjapratama3811 2 роки тому

    is there any other substitute besides chlorine in desinfection step?

  • @mbrmembranemanufacturer
    @mbrmembranemanufacturer 3 роки тому +1

    nice video!

  • @upgrad7089
    @upgrad7089 4 роки тому +1

    I'm very proud to be a Civil Engineering student and got to know that lot of job to do....
    Thank you

  • @jolxmrh329
    @jolxmrh329 3 роки тому

    Thanks a lot!

  • @zoraidadumit4126
    @zoraidadumit4126 2 роки тому

    Water test at plant’s permit set by the government agency. Where can I obtain a copy?

  • @amirahaufamohdnor8253
    @amirahaufamohdnor8253 5 років тому +2

    Good contents!