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HVCA BECOMES B&ES ON 1 MARCH 2012
The Heating and Ventilating Contractors’ Association (HVCA) is rebranding and from 1 March 2012 will be known as the Building & Engineering Services Association (B&ES). The HVCA, established in 1904 as the National Association of Master Heating and Domestic Engineers, adopted the HVCA name in 1963. Bob Shelley, President of the HVCA comments, “ Back then, of course, that’s exactly how the majority of the members would have described themsel... [more]
New take on ‘Classical’ brochure for Saint-Gobain PAM UK
Saint-Gobain PAM UK has released the latest version of its Classical brochure, an essential guide to the range of cast iron rainwater and guttering systems available from the iron technology leader. Informative and clearly illustrated, the brochure discusses why cast iron is largely considered a green solution over other plastic-based systems and the benefits of the Classical range, in addition to full product listings. Renowned for its aesthe... [more]
Berkeley Sewer Repair Plumbers gives 5 tips to avoid contractor fraud from sewer repair contractors in Berkeley
Berkeley sewer repair contractors at Evenflow Plumbing of Berkeley California have seen an increase in crackdowns by the Contractor State License Board and want to warn consumers to do their due diligence to avoid being the victim of sewer replacement contractor fraud. Outlined are 5 steps to take. Berkeley sewer repair contractors at Evenflow Plumbing of Berkeley California have seen an increase in the number of people posing as licensed cont... [more]
AirNow Owner says HVAC tune-ups can help homeowners save money in the long-run and stay warm during winter
James Merritt, owner of AirNow, Inc., gives several reasons why an HVAC inspection is important and beneficial, especially at this time of the year before the cold of another Montgomery winter. Winter is upon us and it’s time for home owners’ furnaces and heat pumps to provide heating, full-blast. But just like they would not want to take their car or truck on a long, grueling road trip without having the oil changed first, consumers should n... [more]
New products to overhaul sewer pipeline evaluation market launched by Electro Scan Inc.
Electro Scan Inc. recently announced the availability of the ES-38TM for Sewer Laterals. The ES-38TM is the first in a series of next generation sewer evaluation products for plumbers and sewer utilities to identify and quantify pipe defects that cause leaks. The ES-38TM is designed for sewer laterals from 3” to 8” in diameter. The company also announced its companion Smartphone app and Critical SewersTM cloud computing application. “I’m delig... [more]
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Research and Markets: Strategic Analysis of the Plastics in Water Infrastructure: Featuring Distribution Pipes and ...
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Strategic Analysis of t
ASTM International Releases New Compilation on Plastic Pipe and Fittings
STP 1528, Plastic Pipe and Fittings: Past, Present and Future, includes 26 peer-reviewed papers that cover latest information, as well as historical perspectives, on plastic piping products worldwide. Various topics include service life analysis of corrugated high density polyethylene piping for drainage applications; designing AASHTO specification storm water chambers; stress cracking test ...
Balfour Beatty develops closed loop process for plastic waste
Balfour Beatty is recycling waste plastic from its sites into cable protection covers for use during utility maintenance work in what is thought to be an industry first.
Answer Man: Recycle everything you can
Q. I faithfully recycle, but what happens to the stuff? We used to have to separate it by materials. Now we put it in one large container, which gets tossed into a truck. Is the stuff really being recycled? Also, please explain the numbers on the bottom of certain items.
Clean water in India, 24/7? Not a pipe dream anymore
Small town in Maharashtra shows how India can provide its people with safe water -- around the clock. Jason Overdorf Clean water, 24 hours a day and seven days a week, sounds like a pipe dream in New Delhi. But an inspiring new development in small town Maharashtra has proved it can happen, according to the Indian Express . read more
