With regard to influent water, GE Water & Process Technologies offers treatment programs that remove organic color, calcium and magnesium hardness, iron, and suspended solids, using exclusive blends of custom-designed polymer formulations for specific applications. These polymers - available as liquids, emulsions or powders - help eliminate the need for pH adjustment, decrease load on demineralizers, increase filter throughput, and significantly reduce sludge volume. Influent clarification can: Improve efficiency in boiler and cooling systems Improve the performance of scale inhibitors Improve process operations Produce cleaner, clearer drinking water.