The UK could ban single-use plastic-based ‘wet wipes’ as early as next year. according to a statement from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). Recently, Thames21, an environmental group that monitors the health and condition of the Thames river, collected 5,453 wet wipes in a 116m2 stretch. According to The Guardian, the wipes are changing the shape of the river. What appear to be natural mounds are in fact clumps of wet wipes, mud and twigs. The statement from DEFRA says the Department is “continuing to work with manufacturers and retailers of wet wipes to make sure labelling on packaging […]
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Takagi has released a new tap featuring a filtration system that sits inside the fixture, eliminating the need for tanks, water bottles and other bulky equipment. The system filters 4L of water every minute and comes with a water-saving feature called the eco shower. The company says this mode allows users to save approximately 20% more water and is easily activated with the slide of the nozzle lever. Featuring an on/off button, activated carbon-ion exchanger, a micro filter, an anti-bacterial ceramic cartridge and strainer, the tap removes chlorine and contaminants while leaving minerals intact. Cartridges are made in Takagi’s clean room, […]
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Tradelink has announced an expansion of its current product offering with the MM Kembla KemPress press-fit system. The German engineered KemPress was first released by Australian copper tube manufacturer and distributor MM Kembla in 2012, and will be available in all Tradelink stores on 1 June 2018. “The addition of the KemPress press-fit system as part of our Back of Wall range of products is part of our continued commitment to improving our offering to our customers. Our customers will now be spoilt for choice when it comes to press-fit systems with Tradelink now ranging two of Australia’s leading press […]
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