Automation in Water Quality Monitoring

The need for water quality information is increasingly being met by systems mainly based on automated measurement devices. In order to discuss the state of the art and the future possibilities the AutMoNet 2002 conference was organized to enhance the dialogue between water specialists, plant operators, chemists and instrument suppliers. This interdisciplinary dialogue is essential for the development of solutions for water quality management.The scientific program of AutMoNet 2002 covered a wide range of topics from leading edge sensor technology, wise use of novel technology, data to information transfer, successful end-user applications in municipal water quality management, environmental monitoring, to water system security; the topics were originally presented in 4 sessions: instrumentation, novel sensors and measurement concepts; transforming data into information; on-line analysis in municipal water management; and on-line analysis in environmental monitoring. This issue of Water Science & Technology presents the highlights of the conference: the 4 keynote presentations, and 19 oral presentations selected after peer review. These papers will prove an invaluable resource for researchers into sensor technology, telemetry and chemistry and for plant operators and managers from across the water and wastewater industry.