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World Plumbing Day 2010 World Plumbing Day 2010
24 Feb 2010
The first ever World Plumbing Day is to be celebrated on 11 March, 2010. worldplumbinginfo.com interviewed World Plumbing Council chairman, Robert Burgon to find out what it’s all about.
Italian designer bathroom products Italian designer bathroom products
24 Feb 2010
With the recent introduction of Webert Italian Design bath products to the American marketplace, Elkay has created the new Webert Rewards program where showrooms can earn 'extra' cash incentives for selling these products.
Australian National Plumbing Forum 2010
03 Feb 2010
Readers of worldplumbinginfo.com are invited to an afternoon of brief informative presentations and lively discussion with plumbing industry colleagues.
Water sterilisation in hospitals Water sterilisation in hospitals
19 Nov 2009
Hospitals are by necessity significant water users. A new connection method for sterilising systems is set to save hospitals an average of 4,400L per day. Angela Tufvesson reports.
German tapware manufacturer expands German tapware manufacturer expands
19 Nov 2009
In spite of the difficult business climate internationally, highly respected German tapware, shower and fittings specialist Hansgrohe has recently set up its own distribution and marketing office in Australia.
Windmill technology produces rain Windmill technology produces rain
01 Oct 2009
Several new technologies designed to produce drinking water have been tested in recent years. From wastewater to stormwater to deslaination, a line in the sand has been drawn to come up with solutions that stop the dissipation of the precious resource commonly known as H2O.
Where is world plumbing headed? Where is world plumbing headed?
30 Sep 2009
Where is the world's knowledge of plumbing systems, drainage and technical matters? Wherever the knowledge may be, it is time for people to bring it altogether so it may be shared, discussed and debated in the hope that solutions to water management problems are quickly found.
Water system shares in funding
24 Sep 2009
An innovative water system that mirrors cyclonic storm action to purify water for reuse is the recipient of government funding.
Plumbing technology moves forward
22 Sep 2009
Convened in conjunction with the World Plumbing Council (WPC), the 2010 International Emerging Technology Symposium will bring a range of expertise together to discuss matters of plumbing, health and water efficiency.
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.
Condensing unit for the home
15 Sep 2009
Whether you’re a homeowner looking to save money and enjoy a more environmentally friendly lifestyle or a business owner trying to cut your bottom line, in these trying economic times an American company may have the answer.
New valve islolates water flow New valve islolates water flow
04 Sep 2009
Thirty years as a craftsman plumber led Andrew Southen to design an isolation valve, the Isovalve, that replaces a temporary test plug, includes a water filter and allows water flow to be adjusted at individual installations.
Fantech Quietflow Fantech Quietflow
01 Sep 2009
A new ventilation system is set to take the heat from rising energy costs.
Flow control outlets for hospitals Flow control outlets for hospitals
31 Aug 2009
Consultants face the challenge of engineering more innovative ways to regulate the water use within buildings, while not impacting on the functionality of the system or providing any adverse health risk.
Metal Pecker Metal Pecker
27 Aug 2009
The Metal Pecker is the brainchild of Melbourne-based plumber and h-vac installer Mario Arena who developed the tool out of pure frustration.