This paper presents a practical approach for the selection, installation, and evaluation of
performance of chemical-feed mass-flow meters at an existing water treatment plant.
The approach provides a comparative analysis between Coriolis mass and magnetic
flow meters with particular attention to several key factors. These key factors include
the ability of the meter to provide high accuracy metering over a wide range of flow
rates and pulsating flow conditions, resistance of the meter to chemical corrosion,
susceptibility of the meter to clogging, and overall installation and operation and maintenance (O&M) costs. The new
chemical feed control system was implemented at the Contra Costa Water District
Randall-Bold Water Treatment Plant. Includes tables, figure.