Beyond the Surface: Exploring Membrane Water Treatment and Solving PFAS
Join us from May 8-9, 2024, at the American Membrane Technology Association’s (AMTA) Technical Workshop in Racine, Wisconsin, for an opportunity to delve into the world of membrane treatment. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this workshop promises a comprehensive exploration of both the basics and some advanced topics.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with industry experts, and contribute to the advancement of membrane technology. Register now for the AMTA Technical Workshop and be a part of shaping the future of water treatment.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
SESSION 1
Moderator: Gregory Madden, H2O Innovation
Time: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Water Chemistry for RO/NF Membrane Systems
Tom Imbornone, Avista Technologies - Basics of MF/UF
Sue Guibert, Toray Membrane USA - Demystifying Ceramic Membrane Filtration: What You Need to Know
Brent Alspach, Arcadis - Universal Flexible Low Pressure Membrane Design & Operations Considerations
Bobby Lebens, H2O Innovation - Operator Round Table
Mehul Patel, Orange County Water District
Art Ruiz, El Paso Water
Jill Miller, City of Bozeman
Noon – 1:00 pm Lunch
SESSION 2: FACILITY TOUR
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
- Facility Overview
Joel Brunner, Racine Water Utility - Load Bus and Travel to Racine Water Utility
- Tour Racine Water Utility
- Load Bus and Return to Hotel
- Networking Event
Thursday, May 9, 2024
SESSION 3: PFAS
Moderator: Paul Biscardi, Hazen and Sawyer
Time: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Basics of RO/NF
John Tonner, American Membrane Technology Association - Using Membranes to Treat PFAS
Paul Biscardi, Hazen and Sawyer - PFAS & Membranes: What is the Impact of PVDF on the Future?
Sean Carter, Toray Membrane USA - Dealing with Concentrated PFAS Using Ion Exchange
Joey Tippett, Lanxess - PFAS Destruction Technology
- Research into Novel PFAS Treatment
Melvin Samuel Samuel Jayakumar, Marquette University
Noon – 1:00 pm Lunch
SESSION 4
Moderator: Paul Biscardi, Hazen and Sawyer
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
- Emerging No More: A Quick-Start Guide to the Final PFAS Rule
Samantha Black, HDR, Inc. - PVDF Panel Discussion
Brent Alspach, Arcadis
John Nichols, Brunswick County Public Utilities
Sean Carter, Toray Membrane USA
Jason Diamond, Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions
3:30 – 7:00 pm AMTA Board Meeting
Registration
Registration for the AMTA Technology Transfer Workshop is now open. For the best prices, register by Friday, April 19, 2024.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Written cancellation requests received by AMTA on or before Friday, April 19, 2024 will receive a refund, less a $50 processing fee. No refunds and no credits for future events will be granted if requested after Friday, April 19, 2024 (unless AMTA cancels the event). However, substitutions may be made at any time. AMTA reserves the right to make changes in programs and speakers, or to cancel programs when conditions beyond its control prevail. Even if a program is not held, AMTA’s liability is limited to the refund of the program fee only.
Workshop Location and Hotel Information
Hotel Verdant
500 Main Street
Racine, WI 53403
Hotel room is $149 a night. Book your hotel room by Friday, April 19, 2024. Please book your room here. If you would prefer to book by phone, please call 262-456-6851 and reference discount code AMTA.
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