Contributors
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Post‑installation water heater procedures every plumber should follow
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 ... -
Why selecting the right toilet pan and cistern pairing matters
Bathroom products have come a long way over the past number of years and the humble toilet pan has been some of the largest developments of ... -
Best practice for installing backflow prevention devices on potable water systems
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). ... -
How the National Drainage Research Facility rig improves plumbing product testing
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 ... -
Australia’s first flow capacity and water level test protocol for grated outlets
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 ... -
Essential guide to installing and selecting backflow preventers
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. Whether ... -
Mains‑pressure water heater design, safety and commissioning insights
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 ... -
Understanding the three gas water heater technologies plumbers should know
As more home owners turn to plumbers to recommend gas water heaters, plumbing connection asked Rheem training manager Jon Palfrey to explain the differences between the ... -
Standards and quality of workmanship and certification
As a builder or contractor, providing quality workmanship and products fit for purpose are backed by laws and standards across the country. Paul Cott outlines the laws involved. ...
