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New pipe dreams
Innovations in plumbing products have increased, particularly over the past decade and while they’re helping make our lives better, it’s important that they are being used ... -
Big and thrifty
Hot water systems for large dwellings can now offer fingertip control, save energy and use less water. Jon Palfrey explains. Over many years of sizing and ... -
Looking up
A changing building market still offers great opportunities for plumbers – and copper – if you know where to look. John Fennell explains. Australia’s obsession with ... -
On commission: water heater procedures
After a water heater is installed a crucial procedure is sometimes overlooked. Jon Palfrey explains. Installing a water heating system is a typical job for most ... -
Installing backflow preventers
Peter McLennan dispels some myths surrounding the two main backflow prevention devices seen today: the reduced pressure zone device (RPZ) and the double check valve (DCV). ... -
Test your product on the rig
Hydraulic performance for eaves and gutters allows manufacturers and suppliers to test product, Dr Terry Lucke explains. Since 2015 we have been following the progress of ... -
New outlet testing protocol
Localised flooding occurs when drainage systems can’t cope with the amount of rainfall or when drainage system components are undersized or become blocked. Dr Terry Lucke ... -
Commitment to understanding the basics of backflow
Backflow is one of those things that you generally cannot see hence we go blindly through life blissfully unaware of the dangers lurking in the drinking ... -
Preventing a disaster: backflow prevention
Backflow Prevention Association of Australia president Peter Mclennan outlines everything you need to know if and when you are considering the use of an RPZ. ... -
Class is in – hot water 101
Since the mid-1940s Australia has utilised mains pressure electric storage water heaters for use in domestic and commercial applications, Jon Palfrey explains the best practices of installation ...
