From The Magazine
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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. ... -
Lead in drinking water: up to 720,000 homes affected
Despite the acknowledged health hazards of lead in drinking water, Australian homes and workplaces continue to be blighted by this scourge, mostly via lead ... -
The perfect match
Bathroom products have come a long way over the past number of years and the humble toilet pan has been some of the largest ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
At cross purposes
Hot and cold water tap technologies are rapidly changing and one of the challenges for plumbing product manufacturers is to ensure the standards that ... -
Caution is the best policy
Insurance for plumbing professionals is far more complex than many people realise – and ignorance of key concepts can lead to disaster. John Power ... -
Designing for the elderly and people with disabilities
One of the most significant changes in the coming years will be the increase of older people and people with a disability living in ...
