Title :
The role of control systems in the management of a modern water utility
Author :
Hoffman, M.R. ; Reynolds, L.K.
Author_Institution :
Thames Water Plc., London, UK
Abstract :
The paper reviews the progress made since privatisation in the development and implementation of a complex set of related control and information systems. Specific examples are drawn from the advanced water treatment programme, Thames Water Ring Main, monitoring and control of the water distribution system, sewerage modelling and sewage treatment works automation. Brief reference is made to strategic planning and cost/benefit analysis
Keywords :
control systems; strategic planning; water supply; water treatment; Thames Water Ring Main; advanced water treatment programme; control systems; cost/benefit analysis; information systems; management; modern water utility; monitoring; sewage treatment works; sewerage modelling; strategic planning; water distribution system; Control systems; Water resources;
Conference_Titel :
Control Applications, 1994., Proceedings of the Third IEEE Conference on
Conference_Location :
Glasgow
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-1872-2
DOI :
10.1109/CCA.1994.381496
