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Sewage pollution in surface waters in the UK and Ireland is one of the most high-profile environmental issues in the country. Water industry research organisation UKWIR is leading a raft of innovative sewerage projects designed to transform the way water companies manage this issue in the coming five-year Asset Management Plan period for England and Wales – AMP8, which starts on 1 April 2025.

How old is your compressed air piping system? Ensuring your compressed air distribution system operates efficiently is crucial for the overall efficiency and performance of your compressed air system. Here are ten signs that indicate it’s time to replace or upgrade your compressed air pipe.

The International Water Association and Xylem are pleased to share the results of the third edition of the IWA Climate Smart Utilities Recognition Programme. The 2024 Recognition Programme raises awareness of the steps being taken by water and sanitation utilities operating in challenging conditions to respond to climate change.

Thermoplastic calibration columns are a quick and convenient way to measure or verify pump flow rates, chemical dosing accuracy, or chemical feed system accuracy. In many cases they can also serve as a tank level indicator. Here’s a quick primer on how to use these helpful devices.

Digital analytics company InfoTiles is seeking to extend the market reach of its innovative artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tool by joining the pioneering European Water Tech Accelerator programme. The six-month collaboration will enhance and strengthen InfoTiles’ market position as a European leader in digital water and wastewater.

Sewer blockages due to the impact of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) in wastewater systems is a major environmental challenge, but innovative waste management partnerships are delivering effective solutions, says Chris Clemes, chief executive of engineering technology company, EcoClarity and Rob Menzies, managing director of Serious Waste Management.

PAN Europe and Global 2000’s study (10.07.24) entitled ‘TFA – The Forever Chemical in the Water We Drink’ calls for the urgent ban of PFAS pesticides and fluorinated gases, two of the major sources of this ultrashort-chain fluorinated chemical. TFA was found in almost all of the 36 drinking water and most of the 17 mineral water samples tested.

Siemens converters Sinamics G220, S200, and V20, as well as the Simotics S-1FK2 motor, now come with an Environmental Product Declaration. This declaration is based on a comprehensive life cycle assessment according to ISO 14021.

In a world where technology and sustainability are front-of-mind factors, the pump solutions market is finding innovative ways to respond to opportunities and the market’s rising expectations. According to RMI Pressure Systems managing director Joe Keenan, the design and implementation of cost-effective high pressure pump solutions mean not only providing the lowest cost of ownership over the equipment life-cycle, but also on-schedule delivery and flawless commissioning and maintenance.

At Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) in June, Xylem President and CEO Matthew Pine shared insights on escalating global water challenges, the proven technologies available to solve them and the growing need to simplify water management. During a panel called “Titans of Industry,” Pine also discussed how Xylem is transforming its organization to make it easier for water operators to adopt advanced solutions and make their communities and businesses more water-secure.