Wastewater breakthroughs in China
15 Jun 2010 Two years ago, scientists from around the world predicted that China would be leading the way in ‘toilet-to-tap” technology. Under the guidance of Professor Siqing Xia of Tongji University, those predictions have come true. Jonathan Jackson spoke with Professor Xia about the implementation of the technology and further research.

The sub-continent - an exciting growth prospect
28 Mar 2010 While exhibitions and conferences across most business sectors of Europe, North America and South East Asia are struggling to recover from the effects of the global financial crisis, the Indian market is a far different situation.

Waterless urinals research
18 Nov 2009 In an effort to integrate water-sensitive urban designs into current practice the National Plumbing Regulators Forum (NPRF) for Australia and New Zealand formed the Australasian Scientific Review of Reduction of Flows on Plumbing and Drainage Systems (ASFlow) Committee to conduct research into the effects reduced flows are having on drainage systems.

Sewer blockage caused by screwdriver and rags
15 Oct 2009 Flooding from a sewer in Northern Ireland was caused by a screwdriver and ball of rags.

Brisbane to go toilet to tap?
18 Sep 2009 Brisbane policy makers should take a leap of faith and advocate for advanced water recycling facilities says Philip Anthony, director of the Orange County Water District, who led development of the world’s largest advanced water recycling facility of its kind in Orange County, California.

Mobile toilets for 2010 Expo
21 Aug 2009 To cope with the demand for toilet facilities during the 2010 World Expo, the Shanghai Greenery and Public Sanitation Bureau will set up 49 sets of mibile toilets.

Reductions in drainage stresses old plumbing systems
07 Jul 2009 Downstream plumbing does not attract much interest until something goes wrong. Now with the emphasis on water conservation there are concerns that lower building drainage flows will mean future problems.

Geberit AquaClean
03 Jun 2009 Adapted to living situation and individual, the Geberit AquaClean range extends from mobile enhancement solutions to complete designer solutions.

Geberit's concealed carrier system
14 May 2009 Geberit’s new In-Wall Carrier System for wall-hung washbasins (lavatories) provides design flexibility, saves space and offers reliable performance. Bathroom design is transformed through the technology of in-wall components, keeping the functional plumbing components out of sight.

ISH: Fifty years on
25 Mar 2009 It’s the grand dame of plumbing exhibitions and despite tough global economic times, the 2009 ISH (International Sanitation & Heating/Air-Conditioning) Exhibition held in Frankfurt, Germany in March put on a strong showing.

Bathroom monitoring systems
23 Mar 2009 Concern about the environment has led to developments in integrated control systems for energy and water use, especially in big buildings and facilities.

Appliance labels deliver savings in the home
23 Mar 2009 Several countries have introduced or are considering water-efficiency labeling for products as a cost-effective way of influencing purchasing decisions and changing consumers’ water usage patterns.