From The Magazine
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Safety takes a cold shower
There appears to be a big disconnect throughout the industry between emergency shower and eyewash products that comply in a lab environment and how ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Tricky leaks: new plumbing technology
Technology in the home has finally reached the plumbing sector. Adelle King explains. Throughout the home, appliances are increasingly available with smart technology integration ... -
Cleaning up standards: a look at vacuum toilet technology
After a long and drawn-out process, a standard for vacuum toilet systems has now been accepted into the Plumbing Code of Australia. Cameron Grimes ... -
Mentors of means: A funding boost for apprentices
The Federal Government has announced a funding boost for its apprenticeship mentoring program, but who will benefit from it most – the tradies, ... -
Leading the way
We need a nationally consistent way of measuring lead and other metals in drinking water supplies. Paul Skelton reports. Construction of the new Perth Children’s Hospital ... -
Flash into view
Lead-free alternative roof flashing has been gaining prominence in recent years as lead prices rise; however, there are concerns regarding the lack of durability ... -
Four pillars of plumbing framework
The World Plumbing Council wants strong industry frameworks for plumbing industries, and believe it can be achieved from plumbing industries learning from each other. ...
