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Cat Pumps Providing Super Duplex Valves

On August 17, 2015, in News, by Erik

Cat Pumps UK is adding something new to their reverse osmosis pumps. The super duplex valve allows their reverse osmosis pumps to operate more smoothly and have more resistance to salt water, giving it a longer lifespan. For more details on this valve, click here:: Super duplex valve for reverse osmosis package

 

South Cerney Raises £100,000 for Sri Lankan Water

On August 17, 2015, in News, by Erik

The earthquake that hit Sri Lanka has left thousands without clean water and the citizens of South Cerney are pitching in to help. The South Cerney Sri Lankan Community Support Fund has raise over £100,000 in aid to provide water filters, fishing materials, and other needs to the Sri Lankan community. For more details about […]

 

New Study Reveals New Method to Decontaminate Plumbing System

On August 14, 2015, in News, by Erik

A new published study from the University of Purdue is providing new insight and guidelines to health officials and drinking water companies on how to decontaminate plumbing systems. The new study addresses different flushing durations required for water heaters, indoor pipes, and other approaches to clean contaminated water from the system. For more on these […]

 

U.S. River Turns Yellow with Toxicity

On August 14, 2015, in News, by Erik

Earlier this week, three million gallons of toxic wastewater was accidentally spilled from an old Colorado gold mine into Animas River. The river and connecting streams were turned into a yellow color and threatens the drinking water supplies of much of America’s southwest. For more details on this massive spill, click here:: Toxic waste water […]

 

New Water Cooler Creates Drinking Water From Air

On August 13, 2015, in News, by Erik

A new Kickstarter campaign is up for an office water cooler that can create clean drinking water from the surrounding air. The design of this device is easy to install and can provide cold or hot water to consumers. For more details about this invention and how you can help fund its creation, click here:: […]

 

Officials State Rio Water Didn’t Make Olympic Hopefuls Ill

On August 13, 2015, in News, by Erik

The waters of Rio De Janeiro have come under criticism after 13 members of the U.S. rowing team fell ill at the world junior championships, the test event for next year’s Olympics in Brazil. While officials still agree that the waters need the levels of viruses and bacteria lowered, there has been no evidence that […]

 

The Perfect Water Temperature

On August 12, 2015, in News, by Erik

What’s the perfect temperature for a cup of tea? Coffee? A glass of white wine? There is guide provided by GB Energy Supply that tells you the optimal temperature that allows you to get the tastiest coffee, tea, wine, beer, and other beverages. Black tea should be brewed with water at 100 degrees Celsius, while […]

 

The Issue with Aging Water Pipes

On August 12, 2015, in News, by Erik

Have you ever stopped to ask how old the pipes are in your home? Also, how old are the pipes that provide your tap water from its source? Old pipes in the U.K. and in the U.S. could be adding traces of copper and lead to the water supply that can be a serious health […]

 

Primozone Providing Norway Water Treatment Expansion

On August 11, 2015, in News, by Erik

Primozone, a Swedish ozone generator supplier, has been tapped to supply an ozone installation to expand the Langevatn drinking water treatment plant outside of Stavanger, Norway. The 3 million euro project will help remove color, taste, and odor in the water while removing bacteria and other pathogens. For more on this story, click here:: Primozone […]

 

Drought Woes Plague Egypt

On August 11, 2015, in News, by Erik

While the UK water reform moves forward, there is massive water need in Egypt. The United Nations reported that the nation will face “absolute water scarcity” by 2025 as Egypt repeatedly faces severe heat waves. With the population rising during this dry period, the country now has less water per person each year as a […]