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This is a must for engineers, professors, and water utility managers involved in the security of water supply systems. Written by a team of experts, this is the first book to provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art coverage of the safety and security of water supply systems. This unique and authoritative compendium presents detailed coverage of the major infrastructure issues in water system security. Topics range from vulnerability assessment to safeguards against cyber threats to hydraulic network analysis for contamination response. Each chapter provides professional guidance on designing, operating, maintaining, and rehabilitating water systems to ensure state-of-the-art and security.Features include: an overview of methodologies for reliability analysis and assessment of vulnerability to terrorist attack and for emergency response planning; monitoring and modeling methods for early warning systems that enhance security; specialized remote monitoring equipment, networks, and optimal location of control and isolation valves; organizational frameworks and procedures for improving the security and safety of water supply systems; options for emergency preparedness, including water supply for nonconventional times and contamination responses; case studies from the field - a reconstruction of historical contamination events; and, security hardware and surveillance systems.
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Use this new Water Purification system for Camping or Emergency use. No tools, power, chemicals or pumping is needed. Will purify 55 gallons of water, typically enough drinking water for a family of 4 for 7 days. This Personal Water Purification Unit is the first point-of-use, emergency water purifier to be based on a patented, FDA-cleared medical water purification technology. Based on technology developed for the US Military. This EPA Grade Purification of All Types of Infectious Microbes, More Than 99.99% of Viruses, Unpleasant Tastes, Odors, Chlorine, VOCs, Pesticides & Herbicides, Lead, Arsenic, Chemicals, Heavy Metals, More Than 99.99% of Cryptosporidium, Giardia and More Than 99.99% Bacteria. Capable of purifying up to 55 gallons of available fresh (non-brackish) surface water, it safeguards you and your family from waterborne contaminants and disease in almost any emergency providing purified water for: * Drinking * Cooking * Personal hygiene In a water supply interrupting emergency with this system, there's no need to boil water or hassle with pumping. Simply fill it, hang it, and let gravity do the work. To produce safe, purified water for drinking, cooking and hygiene, it comes in a convenient, lightweight and easy-to-use system that requires no power, no pumping and no chemicals. This patented system can purify water from swamps, lakes, ponds, rivers, streams -- even from household reservoirs like toilet tanks, water heaters, swimming pools and spas. Weighing just 1.2 lbs, it eliminates the need to store, maintain and recycle large quantities of packaged or bottled water, yet when it comes to emergency preparedness, it will give you peace of mind knowing you can produce the water you'll need. This small compact unit is easy to carry in your emergency pack or for international travel.
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Water is the most important natural resource in your life you use it to drink, to water your lawn, to clean yourself, your dishes, and your clothes, and to cook. Nothing can be done in life without water, and yet if an emergency occurs, the Federal Emergency Management Agency estimates that nearly 4 in 5 Americans would be without access to clean water if a major disaster disrupted or contaminated their public water supply. It is for this reason that many individuals have looked into the possibility of utilizing tanks, ponds, and other means of water storage to maintain a safe, viable source of drinking water for them and their families in the case of an emergency. This book will guide you through the process of learning more about these potential lifesaving water storage methods, the legal implications, and the financial aspects of storing your own water for future. There are numerous ways you can store water for emergency or future use; this book will help you learn everything you need to start taking advantage of those methods according to the space you have and the time and money you can invest. You will learn all of the basic design principles of water storage as well as how water quality is measured and maintained while in storage. You will learn the various ways to store water, from soil to direct to aquifers, ponds, open tanks, swimming pools, and tanks. You will learn the various types of water tank design for each method of storage and what each one involves and requires. Water purification and construction experts have been interviewed for this book and their insights have been added to provide you with every possible outlook and detail you might need to effectively store your water. You will learn the necessary aspects of tank roofs, the costs, footings, floorings, designs, and most importantly your local regulations regarding storage of water on your property. You will learn about the hazards involved in water storage and how to deal with inlets, outlets, service access, drains, bugs, and rodents. You will learn about the necessary optional features for safety and quality and how much water you need for emergency storage in different situations. For every possible water storage solution you might be considering, this book will cover every aspect.
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During the past decade many countries in the world have experienced droughts, with severe impacts on water urban supply systems. Because droughts are natural phenomena, water utilities must design and implement drought management plans. This topic was selected for the International Course on Drought Management Planning in Water Supply Systems, which took place in Valencia, Spain, on 9-12 December 1997, and was hosted by the Universidad Internacional Menéndez y Pelayo (UIMP). The contributions in this book have been carefully selected and presented in four sections: Introduction Water Supply Systems Modernization Drought Management in an Urban Context Practical Cases (Israel, USA, Italy, Spain) To achieve a well-balanced approach, authors were invited from academia as well as from consultancies and water utilities, and have wide experience in the subject. The book is mainly aimed at water supply engineers, working in utilities and consultancies.
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This book provides a state-of-the-art review of practice in the collection of rainwater. It presents case studies with numerous examples from around the world which will help anyone intending to design or construct a rainwater catchment system.The prime focus of the book is on implementation of roof and ground catchment systems for meeting either total or supplementary household water requirements. All aspects of design and construction are covered including simple methods of sizing systems, erection of gutters, choice of materials, construction techniques, training, operation, and maintenance. Ina addition, non-technical factors such as water quality, health, social, financial, cultural, political, institutional, and general issues are discussed. The text is fully supported with drawings, photographs, and detailed step-by step accounts for several different types of household rainwater tanks. The material is based on practical experience learned over 20 years of constructing and researching rainwater systems in Africa and Asia. It will be of use and interest to project managers, development workers, water engineers, architects, builders, and researchers.
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In 2000, Schragenheim and Dettmer published the ground-breaking Manufacturing at Warp Speed. At the time, the cutting-edge ideas expressed were the original work of the authors and not well-known beyond the book’s audience. In the years that followed, Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, father of the Theory of Constraints (TOC), adopted their ideas, added his own valuable insights, and popularized them worldwide. Supply Chain Management at Warp Speed serves as the sequel that refines and updates the former approach to production management with new ideas that complement earlier tactics. The authors’ prime motivation for writing this book was to integrate the TOC method for managing the distribution of finished goods with the acquisition of raw materials and the manufacturing process. The result is the first book to describe, in detail, the application of the TOC approach to assured availability in distribution, for both original equipment manufacturers and retailers. "State-Of-The-Art" in Applying Theory of Constraints This cutting-edge reference broadens the scope of its predecessor by integrating manufacturing, distribution, and raw material management into a single end-to-end supply chain. It addresses the new demands taken on when a firm offers to handle rush orders. It also reviews the issues surrounding availability and the management of inventory moving through distribution systems. Fully illustrated, with numerous examples, case studies, and manufacturing scenarios, Supply Chain Management at Warp Speed provides TOC practitioners with the tools needed to address the performance issues of the entire supply chain and develop solutions that represent a win for the end-user as well as stakeholders along the entire supply chain.
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In 2000, Schragenheim and Dettmer published the ground-breaking Manufacturing at Warp Speed. At the time, the cutting-edge ideas expressed were the original work of the authors and not well-known beyond the book’s audience. In the years that followed, Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, father of the Theory of Constraints (TOC), adopted their ideas, added his own valuable insights, and popularized them worldwide. Supply Chain Management at Warp Speed serves as the sequel that refines and updates the former approach to production management with new ideas that complement earlier tactics. The authors’ prime motivation for writing this book was to integrate the TOC method for managing the distribution of finished goods with the acquisition of raw materials and the manufacturing process. The result is the first book to describe, in detail, the application of the TOC approach to assured availability in distribution, for both original equipment manufacturers and retailers. "State-Of-The-Art" in Applying Theory of Constraints This cutting-edge reference broadens the scope of its predecessor by integrating manufacturing, distribution, and raw material management into a single end-to-end supply chain. It addresses the new demands taken on when a firm offers to handle rush orders. It also reviews the issues surrounding availability and the management of inventory moving through distribution systems. Fully illustrated, with numerous examples, case studies, and manufacturing scenarios, Supply Chain Management at Warp Speed provides TOC practitioners with the tools needed to address the performance issues of the entire supply chain and develop solutions that represent a win for the end-user as well as stakeholders along the entire supply chain.
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This wide-ranging reader locates supply chain management, lean production and related practice within the holistic concept of total product systems.Demonstrates the strategic relevance of managing supply chains and supply networks to organizational performance and to a range of business functions, including finance, design, production, environmental management, information systems, and marketing. Considers sustainable supply chain management across the service, manufacturing and process sectors. Reflects the radical changes in organizational beliefs, practices and processes that are necessary for a shift to supply chain management in contemporary, global, competitive conditions. Considers particular issues and challenges for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. Contains readings that are interdisciplinary and international in focus.
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Intended for an audience of graduate students, executive MBA students, and mid-to upper level government and corporate managers, this book examines the complexity of the types of organizations that comprise a modern supply chain, the problems that arise as a result of this complexity, and the solutions and analytical approaches available to managers that can help resolve these real world problems and dilemmas. The modern enterprise, be it a large corporation or a government agency, has two key dimensions of complexity: static and dynamic. The static complexity refers to the remarkable number of companies and agencies that enable delivery of the product or service. A static 'snapshot' of this end-to-end enterprise would reveal hundreds if not thousands of companies involved in the supply network and many additional firms involved in the distribution and delivery to customers. Planning, communication, coordination and execution of this large system network is fundamentally challenging just because of the sheer size. This large, extended network represents the static complexity. The dynamic complexity arises from the difficulty of managing the performance of this extended enterprise over time. This requires having the appropriate metrics to track performance over time, the management skills to develop strategies, the ability to collect and monitor the correct data for true visibility, and the recognition and understanding of the long lags between actions and results. This book incorporates real-world examples and cases, representing actual complex enterprise systems including firms involved and with long lead times, to illustrate the multi-faceted activities occurring within a modern supply chain and the challenges they pose to managers. Simulation and optimization techniques are introduced and used to develop strategies for improved performance.
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In "Crush Depth Alert" a 'true insider' gives the reader the real factors that led America into the Greatest Recession Since the Great Depression (GRSGD). Concise, easy to understand data analysis takes the reader into the heart of darkness where privately owned Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) called Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac purchase products from their own portfolios and further supplement that policy by continuously lowering mortgage rates, placing the country at risk. Overlooking reasonable fiduciary standards in their underwriting systems, the GSEs and big banks encouraged American homeowners to increase mortgage debt well above the rate of America's economic GNP growth. Author, James Boswell, looks at public FDIC figures only to find that banks did not need a government TARP bailout. The figures show that they were simply short on cash and did not want to sell assets at bottom line prices. Boswell illustrates the consequences as a crush depth alert, providing a parallel analogy that the United States is the 'USS United States', a nuclear submarine experiencing 'flooding in the engine room'. Boswell says every system and operation on a submarine has to work efficiently to support mission objectives. One weak valve can 'scram' the reactor and take the ship down. The stresses placed on the housing sector of the economy weakened it as an engine valve that provides power to the economy and individual homeowners. Boswell's concern is that this is not the only weak valve. He sounds the alert that without action the 'USS United States' risks reaching crush depth, a point of no return to the surface. Understanding the problem is just the beginning. Boswell is out to bring the 'USS United States' to the surface. "Crush Depth Alert" is filled with recommendations for adding energy to economic engines including: regulations; the elimination of certain policies, operations and organizations; a focus on innovation and a sense of accountability and pride in excellence; the use of performance evaluation and risk management tools for optimum performance, early identification of problems and the curbing of waste and fraud. Boswell brings optimism and clarity where many other authors on this subject bring woolly thinking, speculation and dumbfounded scenarios. James Boswell's authority comes from twelve years monitoring the risk of half a trillion dollar portfolio of mortgage-backed securities that carried the Full Faith and Credit Guaranty of the United States behind them; from helping Ginnie Mae work through the Savings & Loan crisis of the 1980's and 1990's; from recognition of his work for Ginnie Mae-receiving a Vice-Presidential Award in 1995; from his publications in the Mortgage Banking Association's "Mortgage Banking Magazine" and Jess Lederman's "The Handbook of Mortgage Banking: Trends, Opportunities and Strategies"; from his work with Tristan Yates developing PERC (Performance Evaluation Report Card) a methodology tool that was a 2010 top ten finalist in the WIPRO-Knowledge@Wharton Innovation Tournament; and from his educational degrees from Indiana University's School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School.
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The Household Property Inventory Workbook is one purchase you will wish you had made years ago. Not just for property owners, this book is for anyone with names, dates, and documents to remember. If you have valuable jewelry, art, computers, sports and exercise equipment-this is the book to keep track of serial numbers, sales receipts and other information. If it's in your home...put it in this book! The Workbook begins with all the primary household family members' vital statistics: dates and places of birth, websites, e-mails, and cell numbers. If something happens to you and you're in the hospital and the neighbor needs to feed your three cats and two dogs, do you panic? No, you tell him where the Inventory Workbook is and he is all set to take care of your furry friends. Heaven forbid your home is lost to fire, flood, or other natural disaster. However, this is when the Workbook really shines. Your home and its contents are your biggest investments and you've spent a fortune insuring for earthquakes, tornados and theft, etc. It's the worst time in your life and the insurance company policy adjuster wants proof of your loss. You followed the Workbook and recorded the serial numbers of all your valuables; you photographed everything, and listed all sales receipts, and owners' manuals. You're covered! Just sit back and wait for the insurance company to cut you a check! This is just a small sampling of all the useful information recorded in the Workbook. I highly recommend that you pick one up for your home. The Inventory Workbook makes a great wedding or housewarming gift. If you have an adult child heading out on their own make sure he or she has a copy of the Workbook. Reviewed by W.R. Potter for Reader's Choice Literary Reviews
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In "Crush Depth Alert" a 'true insider' gives the reader the real factors that led America into the Greatest Recession Since the Great Depression (GRSGD). Concise, easy to understand data analysis takes the reader into the heart of darkness where privately owned Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) called Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac purchase products from their own portfolios and further supplement that policy by continuously lowering mortgage rates, placing the country at risk. Overlooking reasonable fiduciary standards in their underwriting systems, the GSEs and big banks encouraged American homeowners to increase mortgage debt well above the rate of America's economic GNP growth. Author, James Boswell, looks at public FDIC figures only to find that banks did not need a government TARP bailout. The figures show that they were simply short on cash and did not want to sell assets at bottom line prices. Boswell illustrates the consequences as a crush depth alert, providing a parallel analogy that the United States is the 'USS United States', a nuclear submarine experiencing 'flooding in the engine room'. Boswell says every system and operation on a submarine has to work efficiently to support mission objectives. One weak valve can 'scram' the reactor and take the ship down. The stresses placed on the housing sector of the economy weakened it as an engine valve that provides power to the economy and individual homeowners. Boswell's concern is that this is not the only weak valve. He sounds the alert that without action the 'USS United States' risks reaching crush depth, a point of no return to the surface. Understanding the problem is just the beginning. Boswell is out to bring the 'USS United States' to the surface. "Crush Depth Alert" is filled with recommendations for adding energy to economic engines including: regulations; the elimination of certain policies, operations and organizations; a focus on innovation and a sense of accountability and pride in excellence; the use of performance evaluation and risk management tools for optimum performance, early identification of problems and the curbing of waste and fraud. Boswell brings optimism and clarity where many other authors on this subject bring woolly thinking, speculation and dumbfounded scenarios. James Boswell's authority comes from twelve years monitoring the risk of half a trillion dollar portfolio of mortgage-backed securities that carried the Full Faith and Credit Guaranty of the United States behind them; from helping Ginnie Mae work through the Savings & Loan crisis of the 1980's and 1990's; from recognition of his work for Ginnie Mae-receiving a Vice-Presidential Award in 1995; from his publications in the Mortgage Banking Association's "Mortgage Banking Magazine" and Jess Lederman's "The Handbook of Mortgage Banking: Trends, Opportunities and Strategies"; from his work with Tristan Yates developing PERC (Performance Evaluation Report Card) a methodology tool that was a 2010 top ten finalist in the WIPRO-Knowledge@Wharton Innovation Tournament; and from his educational degrees from Indiana University's School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School.
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The Household Property Inventory Workbook is one purchase you will wish you had made years ago. Not just for property owners, this book is for anyone with names, dates, and documents to remember. If you have valuable jewelry, art, computers, sports and exercise equipment-this is the book to keep track of serial numbers, sales receipts and other information. If it's in your home...put it in this book! The Workbook begins with all the primary household family members' vital statistics: dates and places of birth, websites, e-mails, and cell numbers. If something happens to you and you're in the hospital and the neighbor needs to feed your three cats and two dogs, do you panic? No, you tell him where the Inventory Workbook is and he is all set to take care of your furry friends. Heaven forbid your home is lost to fire, flood, or other natural disaster. However, this is when the Workbook really shines. Your home and its contents are your biggest investments and you've spent a fortune insuring for earthquakes, tornados and theft, etc. It's the worst time in your life and the insurance company policy adjuster wants proof of your loss. You followed the Workbook and recorded the serial numbers of all your valuables; you photographed everything, and listed all sales receipts, and owners' manuals. You're covered! Just sit back and wait for the insurance company to cut you a check! This is just a small sampling of all the useful information recorded in the Workbook. I highly recommend that you pick one up for your home. The Inventory Workbook makes a great wedding or housewarming gift. If you have an adult child heading out on their own make sure he or she has a copy of the Workbook. Reviewed by W.R. Potter for Reader's Choice Literary Reviews
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