SCA science works for water protection in coal seam gas activities
03 February, 2012Coal seam gas exploration remains a significant issue in the community and an area of strong focus for the Sydney Catchment Authority (SCA).
National water planning resource goes online
03 February, 2012An interactive web resource to help people easily access information on the status of water planning across Australia has been launched by the National Water Commission.
Turner Designs AquaFluor handheld fluorometer/turbidimeter
02 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Aqualab Scientific Pty LtdThe AquaFluor is a lightweight handheld fluorometer/turbidimeter which is suitable for field use. Its small size and durability makes it easy to use for quick measurements away from the laboratory. Dual-channel capability allows users to measure fluorescence and turbidity in one sample.
Water environmental innovation at mining site
29 January, 2012 | Supplied by: pitt&sherryTo meet Grange Resources’ stringent requirements to protect the Savage River from its nearby mining operations, pitt&sherry designed a unique hydrocarbon separator to ensure no hydrocarbons were released into the river.
Pumps help keep Sydney’s water safe
25 January, 2012 | Supplied by: Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology SolutionsSydney Water Analytical Services plays an important role auditing treated and untreated water samples from various locations in Sydney’s water network, and Watson-Marlow pumps have been an integral part of its services for over 10 years.
Campbell Scientific acquires Sirco water-sampling systems range
18 January, 2012 | Supplied by: Campbell Scientific Aust Pty LtdCampbell Scientific has acquired the Sirco range of water-sampling systems that can be used to monitor water quality, including stormwater, wastewater, groundwater sampling and other water-quality monitoring applications.
Campbell Scientific portable automatic water samplers
16 January, 2012 | Supplied by: Campbell Scientific Aust Pty Ltd
Campbell Scientific offers both portable and stationary automatic water samplers for stormwater, wastewater or other water-quality applications. These samplers use external vacuum pumps to draw water through intake tubing, instead of the traditional peristaltic pumps that induce flow by squeezing flexible tubing.
Rapid pesticide detection tool for cleaner water
12 January, 2012A rapid screening tool developed by an RMIT University doctoral researcher could enable the instant detection of pesticide residues in Australia’s water catchments.
Water treatment facility at pristine site
23 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Kaeser Compressors Australia
Identified as being in the top ten of the most desirable places to live in Australia, the picturesque Tweed Valley is watched over by the majesty of Mt Warning, surrounded by five world heritage national parks and just 15 minutes from the pristine beaches of the Tweed Coast. Combine all of these awe-inspiring elements and you have a community that is expected to double its population to between 120,000 and 160,000 by 2031.
Li-Cor LI-820 CO2 Gas Analyser
23 November, 2011
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John Morris Scientific Pty Ltd
The Li-Cor LI-820 single-path, dual-wavelength, non-dispersive infrared CO2 Gas Analyser is used for continuous monitoring of CO2 in a range of environmental conditions including ocean science, plant science, geological monitoring and greenhouse control systems.
Algae Appliance from OriginOil to help producers meet rising demand
17 November, 2011
A commercial entry-level algae harvesting system, Algae Appliance from OriginOil, set for commercial release in early 2012, has been developed to help producers process algae at low cost and without chemicals.
Microbial water quality - the devil and the redeemer
16 November, 2011
Professor Gillian Lewis, an expert in microbial water quality, will deliver her inaugural lecture as professor at The University of Auckland on Monday 21 November.
Online water quality assessment tool wins innovation award
15 November, 2011
At the NSW Excellence in Surveying & Spatial Information Awards event, the Spatial Information Award has been presented to the Sydney Catchment Authority (SCA) for its online NorBE assessment tool.
Desalinated water for greening Flemington
26 October, 2011
If Flemington racecourse looks a lot greener and the roses more colourful this Spring Racing Carnival, the answer is several metres below the surface.
Water for good
24 October, 2011 | Supplied by: O'Donnell Griffin
A huge new desalination plant in Lonsdale will provide South Australia with up to 100 billion litres of water each year for decades to come. Adelaide Aqua (a consortium of four Companies, United Utilities, Acciona, Abigroup and McConnell Dowell) has been contracted to design, build, operate and maintain the plant for the next 20 years.
