Question 1

What water treatment services does Carver Water Technology provide?

Accepted Answer

Carver Water Technology provides comprehensive water and wastewater solutions including plant operations and maintenance, reverse osmosis systems, deionization systems, mobile water treatment units, atmospheric water generators, PFAS removal systems, and 24/7 emergency response services throughout Florida and the southeastern United States.

Question 2

What areas does Carver Water Technology serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve Tampa Bay, Florida, the southeastern United States, and the Caribbean. Our mobile units can provide rapid response emergency water treatment services anywhere within our service area, with same-day response available in most locations.

Question 3

Do you provide 24/7 emergency water treatment services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Carver Water Technology provides 24/7 emergency response services for water and wastewater systems. Our certified operators and mobile treatment units can respond quickly to system failures, contamination events, and other water emergencies to ensure continuous safe water supply.

Question 4

What is PFAS and can Carver Water Technology remove it from water?

Accepted Answer

PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are persistent chemical contaminants found in water supplies. Carver Water Technology specializes in PFAS removal using advanced technologies including activated carbon, ion exchange, reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, and electrochemical oxidation systems designed to meet or exceed EPA guidelines.

Question 5

What types of facilities do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We work with municipal water utilities, industrial plants, hospitals and dialysis clinics, car washes, package plant owners, mobile home parks, gas stations, resorts and hotels, government facilities, and any facility requiring reliable water or wastewater treatment solutions.

Question 6

Do you offer mobile water treatment systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we provide containerized mobile water treatment units including reverse osmosis, filtration, and water softening systems. These are perfect for emergency response, disaster relief, pilot studies, temporary treatment needs, and remote operations where permanent infrastructure isn't available.

Question 7

What certifications and qualifications does your team have?

Accepted Answer

Our team includes licensed water and wastewater operators certified throughout Florida, professional engineers, and certified technicians. We maintain all required state certifications for plant operations and hold industry certifications for specialized equipment maintenance and repair.

Question 8

Can you help with water system compliance and regulatory requirements?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We specialize in helping facilities meet strict discharge standards and regulatory compliance requirements. Our services include compliance strategy development, permit assistance, regulatory documentation, and system design to ensure your facility meets all environmental and health regulations.

Question 9

What is atmospheric water generation and do you provide this technology?

Accepted Answer

Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology extracts pure drinking water directly from air humidity. Carver Water Technology partners with AWG Contracting US to provide units producing 800 to over 10,000 liters per day, perfect for military applications, disaster relief, and remote communities lacking water infrastructure.

Question 10

Do you provide maintenance services for existing water treatment systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we provide comprehensive maintenance services including preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, membrane replacements, equipment upgrades, pump and motor replacements, and system retrofits. Our services keep your water treatment systems running reliably and in full compliance with all regulations.

Question 11

What makes Carver Water Technology different from other water treatment companies?

Accepted Answer

We're a veteran-owned business combining engineering expertise with hands-on field operations. Unlike equipment-only dealers, we provide integrated engineering and operational support. Our partnership with Tomorrow Water gives us access to cutting-edge technologies like thermal hydrolysis and Anammox systems that significantly improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Question 12

Can you design custom water treatment systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our engineering team designs custom water and wastewater treatment systems for municipal, industrial, and medical applications. We provide front-end engineering design (FEED), process optimization, equipment selection, 3D modeling, and complete system integration tailored to your specific requirements and site conditions.

Question 13

Do you work with government and municipal contracts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Carver Water Technology is certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), which helps increase diversity in government bidding contracts. We regularly work with municipal utilities, government facilities, and public water systems throughout our service area.

Question 14

How quickly can you respond to water treatment emergencies?

Accepted Answer

We provide same-day emergency response in most areas within our service territory. Our mobile treatment units and emergency equipment can be deployed rapidly to restore water service, address contamination issues, or provide temporary treatment while permanent systems are repaired or upgraded.

Question 15

What financing options are available for water treatment projects?

Accepted Answer

We work with various financing options including equipment leasing, rental programs for temporary needs, and can assist with grant applications and funding strategies for municipal and government projects. Our team can help identify the most cost-effective approach for your specific situation and budget requirements.

Question 16

How often should DI (deionization) tanks be replaced?

Accepted Answer

The replacement schedule depends on your water quality and daily volume. Our recommended timeline for swaps is quarterly or bi-annually. We monitor TDS levels and schedule exchanges before performance drops, eliminating guesswork and ensuring consistent water quality.

Question 17

Do you service dialysis and sterile water systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For dialysis and sterile water systems, we provide and replace ultrafilters/endotoxin filters as required, and we track replacement intervals to maintain regulatory compliance. We handle both centralized hospital RO skids and portable carts in satellite dialysis units.

Question 18

What does your RO system maintenance service include?

Accepted Answer

Our RO maintenance service includes pressure checks, membrane inspections, pump calibration, prefilter changes, and system sanitization. We also log all readings and performance data for compliance and trend tracking, ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency.

Question 19

Do you provide emergency water treatment services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We prioritize existing clients with active service plans, but emergency RO/DI support is available throughout Central Florida and surrounding regions. Our team provides 24/7 emergency response for critical water system failures.

Question 20

How long does water system installation take?

Accepted Answer

Most installations are completed in under a day, especially for replacement DI skids or pre-plumbed RO packages. We coordinate with your team to minimize downtime and ensure seamless integration with your existing operations.

Question 21

Do you provide documentation and compliance tracking?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Every exchange and service call includes digital logging of water quality, system performance, and sanitizer cycles. We maintain comprehensive documentation to support regulatory compliance and performance tracking requirements.

Question 22

What are PFAS and why are they called 'forever chemicals'?

Accepted Answer

PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are a class of over 4,700 synthetic fluorinated compounds. They're called 'forever chemicals' because the fluorine-carbon bond is one of the strongest in chemistry, making them extremely resistant to heat, chemical breakdown, and environmental degradation. This means PFAS persist indefinitely in water, soil, and living organisms.

Question 23

What are the new EPA PFAS regulations for 2024?

Accepted Answer

In 2024, the EPA finalized Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for several PFAS: PFOA and PFOS are set at 4 parts per trillion (ppt) each, with health-based goals at zero. GenX, PFBS, PFNA, and PFHxS are also regulated either individually or through a combined hazard index approach. Utilities must monitor and treat water to meet these extremely low limits.

Question 24

What PFAS removal technologies does Carver Water Technology offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer multiple PFAS removal technologies including Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) for long-chain PFAS, Ion Exchange (IX) for both long and short-chain PFAS, Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration for comprehensive removal, and Advanced Oxidation Processes. We often engineer integrated systems combining multiple technologies for optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.

Question 25

How much will utilities spend on PFAS remediation?

Accepted Answer

According to Bluefield Research, U.S. utilities will spend over $3 billion annually by 2030 on PFAS remediation technologies. This spending is driven by growing public health awareness, new state and federal mandates, federal grants for PFAS technology pilots, and legal liabilities faced by manufacturers and utilities.

Question 26

What happens to PFAS waste after treatment?

Accepted Answer

PFAS waste disposal depends on the treatment method: Adsorptive methods (GAC, IX) capture PFAS in media that becomes hazardous waste requiring regeneration or high-temperature incineration. Membrane methods (RO, NF) concentrate PFAS into brine waste streams requiring deep well injection or evaporation ponds. Destructive methods (AOP, Electrochemical) aim to break down PFAS molecules but require careful monitoring to prevent toxic intermediates.

Question 27

How can I reduce my wastewater treatment plant footprint and capital costs?

Accepted Answer

Proteus Biologically Active Filtration technology combines primary clarification, secondary treatment, and tertiary nitrogen removal in a single compact system. This eliminates the need for separate clarifiers, activated sludge basins, and tertiary filters, reducing your plant footprint by up to 70% compared to conventional treatment trains while significantly lowering capital and operational costs.

Question 28

What can I do about my clarifier settling problems and filamentous bacteria issues?

Accepted Answer

Proteus technology eliminates clarifier settling problems entirely by using fixed-film biology instead of suspended growth systems. There are no settling tanks, no sludge return systems, and no filamentous bacteria concerns. The biology cannot be washed out, providing consistent effluent quality regardless of temperature fluctuations or shock loads.

Question 29

How can I improve my plant's cold weather performance and shock load recovery?

Accepted Answer

Proteus BAF technology provides superior cold-weather performance and resilience compared to conventional activated sludge systems. The fixed-film biology maintains stable treatment even during temperature drops, and the system quickly recovers after peak flows, power outages, or process upsets without the lengthy recovery times typical of suspended growth systems.

Question 30

Is there a way to eliminate my need for tertiary nitrogen removal equipment?

Accepted Answer

Proteus integrates nitrogen removal directly into the primary and secondary treatment process, eliminating the need for separate tertiary treatment systems. This single-step approach achieves comprehensive nitrogen removal while reducing equipment complexity, maintenance requirements, and operational costs compared to multi-stage conventional treatment.

Question 31

How can I reduce my sludge processing and disposal costs?

Accepted Answer

DRACO thermal hydrolysis technology reduces sludge volumes by up to 90% through high-temperature, high-pressure treatment. This dramatic volume reduction translates directly to lower hauling costs, reduced disposal fees, and smaller digester requirements, often paying for itself within 2-3 years through sludge cost savings alone.

Question 32

How can I increase biogas production from my existing sludge?

Accepted Answer

DRACO thermal hydrolysis breaks down complex organic compounds in sludge, making them more readily available for anaerobic digestion. This process significantly increases biogas yield from the same amount of sludge, often enabling energy-positive plant operations and providing renewable energy for plant operations or sale back to the grid.

Question 33

What can I do about my digester capacity limitations and poor gas production?

Accepted Answer

DRACO pre-treatment before anaerobic digestion improves both capacity and gas production. By breaking down sludge structure and reducing total solids by 90%, DRACO allows existing digesters to handle more waste while producing significantly more biogas, effectively expanding plant capacity without building new digesters.

Question 34

How can I make my wastewater plant energy self-sufficient?

Accepted Answer

DRACO thermal hydrolysis enables energy-positive plant operations by dramatically increasing biogas production while reducing energy-intensive sludge handling. The enhanced biogas yield often exceeds plant energy requirements, allowing facilities to achieve energy independence and even generate revenue through excess energy production.

Question 35

How can I reduce my high aeration energy costs for nitrogen removal?

Accepted Answer

AMX two-stage Anammox technology reduces aeration energy requirements by up to 53% compared to conventional nitrification-denitrification. The process removes nitrogen through a shortcut pathway that requires two-thirds less oxygen, dramatically lowering blower energy costs while maintaining superior nitrogen removal performance.

Question 36

What can I do about my high chemical costs for nitrogen removal?

Accepted Answer

AMX Anammox process eliminates the need for external carbon sources entirely, providing 100% reduction in methanol or other carbon chemical costs. The process converts ammonia directly to nitrogen gas without requiring expensive chemical additions, significantly reducing operational expenses while improving nitrogen removal efficiency.

Question 37

How can I handle high-strength nitrogen waste streams that overwhelm my system?

Accepted Answer

AMX two-stage design can handle high concentrations of nitrogen, COD, and TSS that would overwhelm single-reactor systems. The technology has been proven at full-scale treating livestock waste, food processing waste, and industrial streams with nitrogen concentrations over 2,000 mg/L while maintaining 89.8% removal efficiency.

Question 38

What options do I have for reducing excess sludge production from nitrogen removal?

Accepted Answer

AMX Anammox technology reduces sludge production by up to 80% compared to conventional nitrogen removal processes. The unique bacterial pathway produces minimal biomass while achieving superior nitrogen removal, dramatically reducing sludge handling, processing, and disposal costs while simplifying plant operations.

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