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15.10.2019
Amsterdam Pipe Conference: Last Call For Papers
Organizers of PLASTIC PIPES XX are expecting to receive as many as 100 abstracts for their conference and exhibition that takes place in the “Pipe” District of Amsterdam at the Hotel Okura on September 21 - 23, 2020. With a deadline of 22 October this year, only a few weeks remain for delegates to submit their abstracts.
mehr15.10.2019
Watts Partners with Planet Water Foundation to Bring Clean Water to Thailand
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. – a leading global manufacturer of plumbing, heating, and water quality products and solutions – recently funded and helped install two water filtration systems that provide clean drinking water for children and families in Sa Kaeo, Thailand.
mehr14.10.2019
“Be your authentic self” – Message to Women Working in Water
Tania Flasck, director and head of UK infrastructure at Turner & Townsend, the global professional services consultancy, will be among the speakers. Turner & Townsend is also event sponsor. With over 25 years’ water and utilities experience, Tania is passionate about supporting women in the sector. Here, she shares some insights and tells us why Women in Water is so important.
mehr11.10.2019
MyTana Releases New LD40 Auditory Pipeline Leak Detector
MyTana, a manufacturer and distributor of cleaning, maintenance and inspection tools for the plumber and drain cleaning markets, has released the new LD40 Leak Detector.
mehr10.10.2019
Indiana American Water Ranks Highest in the Midwest in J.D. Power 2019 Water Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction Study
Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water Company, announced it has received the J.D. Power award for ranking highest in customer satisfaction among water utilities in the Midwest according to the J.D. Power 2019 Water Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction StudySM.
mehr09.10.2019
Submit a Topic to Be Considered for the 2020 Microtunneling Short Course Agenda
For more than 25 years, the Microtunneling Short Course has trained more than 3,600 professionals, ranging from contractors and engineers to owner agency representatives. The three-day intensive course covers the latest in emerging technologies, takes an in-depth look at subjects that can impact your job, and includes the latest technical information to ensure a successful project.
mehr08.10.2019
Australia-Wide Recognition for Leading Infrastructure Renewal Company
Industry-leading pipeline repair, restoration and renewal company Interflow has been recognised for its excellence in civil constructions at Australia’s most prestigious civil infrastructure awards. Interflow – an Australian-owned company – operates throughout Australasia to repair, restore and renew underground pipelines and associated assets. It was named the winner of the Victorian and Queensland Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) Earth Awards at ceremonies held in Melbourne and on the Gold Coast last month.
mehr07.10.2019
Alternative Water Supplier Opens New £1 Million Depot in Nottinghamshire to Expand its Offering to the Midlands and North of England
Water Direct has invested in the 1,231m² (13,250ft²) Mansfield site which is designed to augment its offering across the Midlands and North of England. The addition of this central location creates a further base of operations for the company allowing even greater ability to respond to increasing client demands nationwide.
mehr04.10.2019
TTC’s Dr Tom Iseley Retires From LA Tech
After dedicated service to Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech), trenchless expert Dr Iseley has retired as a professor. In August, a crowd gathered at the Trenchless Technology Center (TTC) to celebrate Dr Iseley’s retirement.
mehr03.10.2019
New EN Standard for Stormwater Boxes Expected to Stimulate Market Demand From Public and Private Procurers
CEN has published a new set of standards for stormwater boxes. The new standards simplify the existing complicated market situation in Europe with a myriad of local standards, quality marks and approvals and make it easier for designers and purchasers to compare.
mehr02.10.2019
Water Industry Must Harness Power of Data
The water sector should be at the forefront of the UK’s artificial intelligence and data revolution, according to Ofwat. In its Driving Transformational Innovation report, the regulator set out high expectations when it comes to data and analytics. This, along with tough regulatory targets and the exceptional challenges arising from climate change and population growth, means effective use of data analytics has never been more critical for water.
mehr02.10.2019
In Touch with the Dutch at PPXX in Amsterdam
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA) has highlighted the promotional and networking opportunities of its next conference and exhibition, PLASTIC PIPES XX. Hosted in Amsterdam at the Hotel Okura, this event will be held September 21 - 23, 2020.
mehr01.10.2019
When Your Thorough Repair Becomes Overkill
If you’re exhausted from the never-ending to-do list of pipeline maintenance, it helps to focus your resources on the most vital tasks. Many municipalities rely solely on end-to-end (manhole-to-manhole) rehabilitation techniques like CIPP, pipe bursting and slip-lining to repair failing lines. But in some cases, the investment and time these rehab procedures require may be overkill.
mehr27.09.2019
Small Robbins Double Shield Makes a Monumental Achievement
In August 2019, a small diameter Double Shield TBM made a big impact. The 2.46 m (8.07 ft) diameter Robbins machine completed 3,475 m (11,400 ft) of boring with no intermediate access, making it the longest rock tunnel ever bored by a Double Shield TBM under 2.5 m (8.2 ft) in diameter.
mehr26.09.2019
The Toro Company Announces New Underground Construction Business Strategy
The Toro Company announced that it is realigning the organizational structure for its underground construction businesses to better serve customers, maximize synergies and streamline costs.
mehr25.09.2019
Hillsborough County Public Utilities Department, Florida, Awards 30-mile ‘Electro Scan’ Sewer Assessment Project
Electro Scan Inc. was chosen by the Hillsborough County, Public Utilities Department, Florida, to support its Inflow/Infiltration (I/I) study for the Dale Mabry Wastewater Collection Basin. The project will be conducted by Electro Scan's Field Services team using the company’s patented Focused Electrode Leak Location (FELL) technology, in collaboration with the County’s engineering consultant.
mehr24.09.2019
National Research Effort Focused on Side Stream Phosphorus Removal and Recovery Technology
As phosphorus limits permitted in wastewater effluent shrink to protect drinking water sources, a nationwide research effort headed by Black & Veatch has started work to advance implementation of a leading-edge treatment technology for phosphorus removal and recovery.
mehr23.09.2019
National Black Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Illinois American Water With Inclusion and Diversity Award
Illinois American Water President Bruce Hauk was awarded the 2019 Inclusion and Diversity Award by the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) during its annual conference held last week in Atlanta, Georgia. The award is presented annually to an individual who champions inclusion and diversity within his or her company.
mehr20.09.2019
New Fine Filler for the Repair of Screed and Concrete Floors
Emcefix floor is MC-Bauchemie's new cement-bound fine filler for fast yet long-lasting cosmetic refurbishment and repair of screed and concrete floors.
mehr19.09.2019
Schwing Bioset Custom Solutions Featured at WEFTEC 2019 Exhibit
Schwing Bioset, Inc. (SBI) is once again exhibiting at the 2019 WEFTEC Technical Expo in Chicago on September 23-25. Please be sure to stop by booth (#2307) while on the exhibit floor to see equipment in person, check out product videos, and learn about how Schwing Bioset helps water and wastewater treatment plants. This year the company will be showcasing several pieces of equipment.
mehr18.09.2019
Scholarships Available for Municipal & Public Utilities for the NASTT 2020 No-Dig Show
The North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) — the leading association serving and promoting the North American trenchless industry — is pleased to announce municipal and public utility scholarship opportunities to attend the NASTT 20202 No-Dig Show, April 5-9 in Denver, Colorado.
mehr16.09.2019
Smart Sewer Crawlers Make For Smarter Inspection: More Customizable and Deployable
The past decade has seen smart technologies proliferate across a variety of products, helping us be more productive. Refrigerators place grocery orders for you. Smart thermostats learn your habits and adjust the temperature to save you money. Now, smart crawlers are helping make sewer inspection more productive, adaptable and reliable by implementing CANbus, a flexible digital control architecture already used in automobiles, aircraft and medical equipment.
mehr13.09.2019
Observation-Driven Research to Inform Better Groundwater Management Policies
Groundwater maintains vital ecosystems and strongly influences water and energy budgets. Although at least 400 million people in sub-Saharan Africa depend on this valuable resource for their domestic water needs, the processes that sustain it and their sensitivity to climatic variability, are poorly understood. IIASA contributed to a study that looked into climate impacts on groundwater in light of changing climatic patterns in Africa.
mehr11.09.2019
American Water Appoints Three New Independent Members to its Board of Directors
American Water Works Company, Inc., the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, announced that Kimberly J. Harris, Patricia L. Kampling and Lloyd M. Yates have been appointed as independent members of the company's board of directors effective July 25, 2019.
mehr10.09.2019
With 400 Million Smart Water Meters to be Installed Worldwide by 2026, Scalable Meter Data Management is Crucial
As pressures of climate change and water wastage rise, smart water meters are becoming increasingly critical for global water conservation efforts by utilities to track water usage and identify waste and leakage. This drive for digitalization of water utilities distribution network will result in an installed base of 400 million smart water meters worldwide by 2026, according to a new report from global tech market advisory firm, ABI Research.
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