The NALCO Water Handbook, Fourth Edition

The NALCO Water Handbook, Fourth Edition, is a 4th Edition reference that offers practical guidance on the use and treatment of water and wastewater within industrial and institutional facilities. It explains core water management principles and shows how to improve water quality, minimize usage, and optimize treatment operations.

The volume covers water sources, environmental stressors, and basic water chemistry alongside techniques for impurity removal. It also outlines key utility operations, including steam generation and cooling water systems.

Throughout the text, practical methods are linked to broader operating realities, including the business case for water management, water scarcity, and related business risks.