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This article discusses the planning, design, and startupof a large-scale membrane plant, integrated withexisting infrastructure. The Minneapolis Water Works(MWW) plant produces drinking water for Minneapolis,Minnesota, residents and draws water directly from theMississippi River, which has posed challenges in thepast because of rapid water quality changes. An exhaustivestudy and pilot project identified suitable treatmenttechnologies that met MWW's goals and ensured thatanticipated changes to water regulations could be met.Ultrafiltration (UF) was selected as the best technologyfor the plant. Careful planning, good communication,and continuous pilot-testing and assessment of designfeasibility were key to the successful integration ofmembrane technology into the plant, now the largest UF plant in North America. Includes tables, figure.

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Edition: Vol. 97 - No. 12 Published: 12/01/2005 Number of Pages: 8 File Size: 1 file , 410 KB