Root Control - Chemical Articles

Chemicals can be an effective remedy for root infiltration in sewer lines, but cutters, nozzles, cable machines and jetters are often needed for severe blockages. Manufacturers offer a wide variety of tools for cutting out and cleaning problem roots. Here are some of the latest offerings.

Augusta, Ga., turns to new technology and old-fashioned teamwork to tackle system upgrades.

Seeking better methods is part of the daily routine for Thousand Oaks Wastewater Division

Orange County Sanitation District keeps costs down with an approach based on aggressive planning and maintenance and life extension

By taking an out-of-the-box approach to pipe cleaning and root control, a Rocky Mountain utility saves money, protects its critical infrastructure, and conserves energy

The Fort Worth Water Department keeps SSOs in check with collection system upgrades and world-class maintenance

Challenged by rising costs, a declining population, anddeclining water sales, the City of Detroit has made great strides to improve its sewer and water systems

Daly City, Calif., pursues a rigorous schedule of sewer televising and repair, backed by a technological edge that is one part software, one part hardware

Spot checks enable the City of Glendale to get to the root of SSO problems. Staff members take pride in their field responsibilities, training and certification

I&I control, effective root treatment and FOG regulations help a California water and sewer district say so long to SSOs