Clearer picture of the Murray-Darling's future
29 February, 2008
The latest issue of ECOS reports on a massive research effort to accurately map the Murray-Darling Basin's surface water and groundwater resources.
Strap chopper
25 February, 2008 | Supplied by: Fromm Packaging Australia
The model 510 Sweed Strap Chopper operates at high volume and is designed to reduce PET strap into a saleable waste for recycling. The strap waste can be easily reduced in volume from a 3 m2 industrial bin to a 200 L drum.
Sulfur hexafluoride detector
25 February, 2008 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty Ltd
The Austech SF6 leak detector is an extractive gas sampling system designed for the continuous detection and monitoring of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas leaks. The product houses an in-built gas sensor which is designed to enhance the detection sensitivity of SF6.
Major water interception report released
14 February, 2008
The National Water Commission has released a report on the challenges facing governments in managing water interception activities.
Desalination energy efficiency
23 January, 2008
"New discoveries in microbiology and nanotechnology applied to reverse osmosis (RO) membrane technology will allow increased energy efficiency of desalination and water recycling plants around the world", said Dr David Garman
Vortex flowmeters
23 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Endress+Hauser Australia Pty Ltd
Proline Prowirl 72/73 flowmeters can be used for the accurate and reliable measurement of steam.
Monitoring water in schools
23 January, 2008 | Supplied by: 'us' - Utility Services
HydroShare is a web-based water consumption monitoring system which monitors actual use, trend and water flow in real time which means that water leaks can be identified immediately and repaired faster
Bottle makes dirty water drinkable
11 January, 2008
Michael Pritchard has introduced the Lifesaver container, a plastic bottle that claims to instantly clean the dirtiest water, making it safe to drink.
Straub repair clamp
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: KCES Pty Ltd
The Straub-Clamp is used for the safe, reliable repair of gas, water and drainage pipes made from a range of materials (steels, cast iron, ductile, iron, fibre cement, GRP, PE, PP, ABS, PVC).
Chlorine tester
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: Palintest Ltd
The Chlorosense chlorine tester is simpler and less technique-dependent than DPD tablets. It provides quick, simple and accurate testing of a wide range of chlorine concentration levels.
Online water quality control
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: Crea Laboratory Technologies Pty Ltd
The Pamas Waterviewer is an online particle counter for water quality control measurements.
Sustainable games
11 December, 2007
London 2012 (www.london2012.com) chairman, Sebastian Coe has outlined a plan — Towards A One Planet 2012 — to make the London Games the most sustainable in the event’s history.
Recycling filtration plant wins water-saving award
30 November, 2007
Worth Recycling's water filtration plant, built to serve Illawarra Coal's Appin Mine, has been named as Sydney's best water saver at Sydney Water's annual awards ceremony.
Nozzles for car washing systems
23 November, 2007 | Supplied by: Spraying Systems Co Pty Ltd
Spraying Systems has introduced a series of spraying nozzles for car washing tasks including pre-soak, wash, rinse, wax, final rinse and self-serve operations. The nozzles, comprising flat, full cone, solid stream, and self-aspirating designs, can provide operational expense savings for carwash operations, not only in terms of water savings but in preventing the use of excess chemicals and reagents.
Water saving at high school
22 October, 2007 | Supplied by: Watersave Australia Pty Ltd
Pittwater High School in Mona Vale has seen huge savings in water usage in the past year due to the introduction of water-free urinals and a water management system
