Vernon Hills, IL – Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA) is proud to highlight the significant growth of its Public Works Operations (PWO) division. This year, the division has expanded its portfolio by adding the maintenance of 19 additional water systems, increasing the total from seven to 27 systems. This remarkable growth demonstrates GHA’s commitment to delivering comprehensive and effective water management solutions.
Mike Grinnell, Director of Public Works Operations, commented, “Our division’s expansion reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence and service. Now we are managing a broader array of systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency for our clients. We are excited about continuing this growth and exploring new opportunities to enhance our services in the future.”
The PWO division offers a comprehensive suite of services crucial for maintaining water system integrity and performance. These include hydrant flushing, valve maintenance, and the expertise of certified water operators, all designed to ensure the efficient and reliable operation of water infrastructure.
Hydrant Flushing and Maintenance: This essential service helps maintain water quality and pressure throughout the distribution system. By regularly flushing hydrants, sediment buildup is prevented, ensuring clear, high-quality water for residents and businesses. This process also verifies the operational status of hydrants, which is critical for fire protection.
Valve Maintenance: Regular valve maintenance is vital for the smooth operation of water systems. It involves inspecting, exercising, and repairing valves to prevent failures and costly repairs. This proactive approach minimizes the risk of water main breaks and service interruptions, thereby ensuring a consistent water supply.
Certified Water Operators: Our team includes certified water operators who play a crucial role in the daily management of water systems. Their expertise ensures compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining the overall health of the water infrastructure. By overseeing system operations and responding swiftly to issues, they help ensure uninterrupted and safe water delivery to our clients.
In addition to these services, the PWO division’s comprehensive Water System Maintenance Program covers routine inspections and reporting, cleaning, visual assessments, operational testing, water quality sample collection, and chlorine residual monitoring. These practices are essential to maintaining system integrity and ensuring optimal performance.
Jason DesBiens, Engineering Technician stated, “Our ability to manage a larger number of water systems allows us to bring our expertise to more communities, enhancing their water infrastructure and reliability.”
About Gewalt Hamilton Associates
Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. (GHA) is a Professional Engineering and Land Surveying firm licensed and registered in the State of Illinois. For more than 40 years, GHA has been providing civil engineering, surveying and related services to municipal governments, townships, county and state agencies, school districts, park districts, colleges and universities, and private organizations.
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