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Australian Pumps is going into emergency over-drive to distribute their new Bushfire Survival Guides. With fires rampant across the country, the guide has been produced to help property owner s deal with what is predicted to be the hottest, driest summer on record.

A new technical paper produced by Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG) outlines how the dosing accuracy of peristaltic chemical metering pumps can reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in the papermaking sector.

Xylem recently announced an ambitious set of goals that advances the company’s sustainability commitment across three fronts: serving its customers, building a sustainable company, and empowering communities through social impact initiatives. The new goals were published in Xylem’s 2018 Sustainability Report: “Creating a Water-Secure World”.

The British Pump Manufacturers’ Association has published its new Buyers Guide & Directory, which is again packed full of important pump sector news, technical specifications for all pump types, along with updates from both the BPMA and its 80+ strong membership.

Atlas Copco Power Technique has published a free e-guide that explains the impact of new European Commission emissions standards legislation on non-road machinery such as compressors, generators, pumps and light-towers.

The International Water Association (IWA) and global water technology company, Xylem released a comprehensive white paper titled: “Digital Water: Industry Leaders Chart the Transformation Journey”.

Stormwater management is increasingly difficult as water utilities must deal with extreme weather, growing populations and aging infrastructure. Xylem’s new handbook, The Complete Guide to Stormwater Management, shows how to solve stormwater challenges with the right planning, technology and partners.

A new detailed catalogue of Honda powered pumps and pressure cleaners has been released by Australian Pump Industries. Australian Pump, partnering with Honda, has expanded the range and is building up production numbers to help farmers during the difficult period of the drought and the anticipated brutal upcoming firefighting season.

The Hydraulic Institute is beginning the process of publishing the next edition of the standard ANSI/HI 9.6.4, Rotodynamic Pumps for Vibration Measurement & Allowable Values. In order to improve the standard, the ANSI/HI 9.6.4 Standard Committee is seeking vibration data from end-users.

The BPMA s 2018/19 Buyers Guide & Directory, which is again packed full of important pump sector news, along with updates from both the BPMA and its 80 strong membership, is soon to be published.