Australian technology helps make Beijing ‘greener’
12 August, 2008
Siemens membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology, designed and manufactured at its global R&D and manufacturing facility in Windsor in Sydney’s west, is helping Beijing to meet its growing water demand.
Standard to ensure wastewater systems are maintained
14 July, 2008
A proposed national environmental standard to improve the environmental performance of domestic on-site wastewater systems is out for public comment, Environment Minister Trevor Mallard said.
Newly amended standard on drainage fields for use in wastewater treatment
10 July, 2008
BSI British Standards has published an amended version of BS 6297.
Vistech calls for more funding opportunities
03 July, 2008
Vistech, the Victoria–Israel Science and Technology R&D Fund, is providing $970,000 for three new projects and is calling for more applications.
Name change and new headquarters for wastewaster solution group
24 June, 2008
Australasian wastewater solutions group Contra-Shear Technology is expanding its industrial and municipal services and technologies from a new headquarters established in Sydney. The company has also changed its name to CST Wastewater Solutions to reflect its expanded scope as it moves to its combined office and warehouse in Roseville.
Australian research highlighted at biosolids conference
28 May, 2008
Exploiting the solid by-product of sewerage treatment and reducing the amount of waste added to landfill were two of the driving factors triggering a six-year nationally coordinated study into biosolids, the results of which will be highlighted at the Australian Water Associations Biosolids Specialty Conference on 11–12 June in Adelaide.
Metering pump with automatic vent
22 May, 2008 | Supplied by: ProMinent Fluid Controls Pty Ltd
Gas-emitting media in metering applications can often reduce pump output or even prevent the pumped medium from being delivered. To avoid this situation, the pumps generally need to be bled manually in such applications. This procedure can be performed simply, conveniently and safely by the delta diaphragm metering pump with the new venting module.
Self-primer pump
22 May, 2008 | Supplied by: EPG Pumps
The Weir Self-Primer (WSP) is a rugged, dependable self-priming end suction centrifugal pump. The pump is suitable for a range of solids-handling jobs where a self-priming application is required. It is available in a 3, 4, 6, 8 or 10" suction/discharge.
Nano-solution to clean drinking water
15 May, 2008
UniSA scientists have discovered a simple way to remove bacteria and other contaminants from water using tiny particles of pure silica coated with an active nano-material.
Flow measurement
23 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Measuring And Control Equipment Pty Ltd
The FloPro Series 3 uses ultrasonic technology to measure water flows practically anywhere. Insertion probes can be used to measure flow in full pipes or strap-mounted sensors do the job in partially full pipes or channels, making it suitable for wastewater plants.
Oxygen analyser
25 February, 2008 | Supplied by: Novatech Controls Pty Ltd
The 1630 oxygen analyser has been redesigned to take advantage of advances in solid-state electronics. The new series 1730 has a greater range of features while still retaining its ease of use.
Backflow prevention device
23 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Philmac Pty Ltd
The Watts Water Technologies range of backflow prevention devices stops the reverse flow of contaminated water in piping systems from entering the potable water supply.
Data acquisition and analysis
23 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher Scientific
The Dimension 4i from LDS Test and Measurement is a data acquisition system that combines high-speed, gap-free data recording with real-time FFT analysis. The time and frequency domain system brings together the technologies of Nicolet, Gould and Dactron.
Sweeter smell for wastewater
18 December, 2007
A UK water-company project is using natural elements such as bark, wood chips, seaweed and seashells lining water-filled tanks to provide a solution to a smelly problem - the unpleasant odour that can come from wastewater treatment works
Corrosion-resistant refrigerated sampler
23 November, 2007 | Supplied by: John Morris Scientific Pty Ltd
The Isco 4700 refrigerated sampler for municipal and industrial wastewater applications features a powerful ½ hp compressor with software-controllable temperature settings. The controller displays the sample compartment temperature and logs a 24 h summary to confirm proper cooling and sample preservation.
