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Jan 17, 2020
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British Water Comment on Ofwat Final Determinations
Lila Thompson, chief executive, British Water has made the following statement on the release of Ofwat’s final determinations for water companies in England and Wales.
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Jan 16, 2020
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27th Annual Microtunneling Short Course Organizers Pay It Forward to U.S. Veterans
A cause near and dear to the hearts of the 27th Annual Microtunneling Short Course organizers is helping the men and women who have served in the United States military transition to civilian life. To help with this effort, course organizers have teamed up with the University of Colorado Boulder Veteran and Military Affairs Office to offer a scholarship program for veterans at the annual Microtunneling Short Course.
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Jan 15, 2020
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Regulated UK Market Leads on Leak Detection
Pressure to reduce leakage levels coming from UK water industry regulators has led to a global interest in leak detection and location technologies emerging in the UK market. David Frost, managing director, Servelec Technologies explains the thinking behind the company’s acquisition of Primayer, a leading light in pinpoint leak detection.
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Jan 14, 2020
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Excellent Results Through Practical Guidance on Butt Fusion Jointing of Polyethylene Pressure Pipes
Continuing its support for best practice in the industry, the BPF Pipes Group has published a new guide for engineers and specifiers wishing to take advantage of the considerable benefits of butt fusion jointing of polyethylene pressure pipes. Drawing on 50 years of accumulated experience, this is presented as an easy-to-follow reference source to complement industry procedural specifications.
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Jan 13, 2020
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GUTERMANN Launches the World’s First NB-IoT-based Water Leak Detection Technology
Swiss company Gutermann AG, a global leader in leak detection solutions for the water industry, announced the release of Zonescan NB-IoT, the world’s first water leak detecting noise logger based on Narrowband Internet of Things (“NB-IoT”) for permanent monitoring of water distribution mains. Gutermann debuted the technology December 4, which was the date of the inaugural World Water Loss Day and first day of the 2019 North America Water Loss Conference and Exhibition in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Jan 08, 2020
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San Jose Water Files Application for Investment in Advanced Metering Infrastructure
San Jose Water, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SJW Group, announced it has filed an application with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to deploy Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) throughout its service area.
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Jan 07, 2020
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KKR and XPV Water Partners Form New Platform to Promote Water Quality
KKR, in partnership with XPV Water Partners, announced the formation of a wastewater treatment platform with the goal of creating the leading provider of end-to-end nutrient management solutions for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment facilities.
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Jan 06, 2020
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Louisville Water Company Signs Contract with Itron to Improve Operational Efficiency
Itron, Inc., which is innovating the way utilities and cities manage energy and water, signed a contract with Louisville Water Company, which serves more than 1 million people in Louisville, Kentucky and the surrounding areas, to modernize the water usage data collection process.
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Jan 03, 2020
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MC-Injekt 2133 Stops Water Fast
MC-Bauchemie has launched the single-component, fast-foaming injection resin MC-Injekt 2133 for waterproofing applications. Among other things, it is suitable for stopping water flows in both buildings and construction pits.
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Jan 02, 2020
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New Recycled Water Plant Offers Californians Sustainable, Resilient Water Supply
Paso Robles, California, recently celebrated the completion of the new Tertiary Treatment Facilities at its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), augmenting the roughly 30,000-resident city’s water stewardship in a state dealing with troublesome water scarcity.
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Dec 30, 2019
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British Water Welcomes Supply Chain Report
British Water has welcomed a report from Energy & Utility Skills and Balfour Beatty which calls for the water industry to protect the sustainability of its supply chain and workforce. The white paper, Two Sides of a Coin, highlights the vital role of the supply chain in delivering for customers and the risks of failing to address current issues with the procurement process, contracting models, the skills gap and adoption of innovation.
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Dec 27, 2019
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STRABAG to Build Phase 2 of the New Integrated Pumping Station for Toronto Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Canadian subsidiary of the STRABAG Group has been awarded the Ashbridges Bay Treatment Plant Integrated Pumping Station – Construction Contract 2 by the City of Toronto to build deep concrete shafts and chambers and feeder tunnels for the new Integrated Pumping Station at Ashbridges Bay Treatment Plant at a cost of almost CAD 120 million, the equivalent of about € 80 million.
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Dec 20, 2019
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Phaesun Installs Water Desalination Plants in India as Part of EU Innovation Project Revived Water
As part of the EU development and innovation project Revived Water, the Memmingen-based solar company Phaesun, together with nine other European project partners, is developing innovative desalination plants based on electrodialysis technology.
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Dec 19, 2019
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Two Robbins Crossover TBMs to Bore Second Severomuysky Tunnel
In 1979, a 4.56 m diameter Robbins Double Shield TBM was delivered to bore the Severomuysky Service Tunnel, a 15.3 km long railway through the remote mountains of Siberia. Now, 40 years after the original machine was delivered, Robbins is returning to the role. Two 10.37 m diameter Crossover (XRE) TBMs will bore the second Severomuysky Tunnel, clocking in at 15.5 km long and running through mixed ground and fault zones.
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Dec 18, 2019
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Finance Key to a Sustainable Water Future
More businesses than ever are realising their long-term prosperity depends on having enough water at the right time. However, while interest in protecting water is increasing, its mismanagement in some sectors is still resulting in significant business failure.
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Dec 17, 2019
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TEPPFA Launches New Website and New Visual Identity
Ever since its foundation in 1991, TEPPFA has built up a wealth of information based on research. The view was to become the definitive source of information within Europe on the subject of performance and benefits associated with plastic pipes. In ensuring this information and knowledge is easily available, TEPPFA has now refreshed its website.
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Dec 16, 2019
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Shopper’s Paradise Opens in Vietnam – with Penetron Technology
Vietnam’s largest mall, the Aeon Mall Hà Đông just outside downtown Hanoi, Vietnam, opened its doors in a festive November 2019 ceremony. Behind the pomp and glitter, Penetron crystalline technology ensured a waterproof and durable concrete structure for the mall’s wastewater treatment plant.
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Dec 13, 2019
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Newsight Imaging Signs Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) With Mekorot to Develop Spectral Water Monitoring Systems
Newsight Imaging, a startup from Ness Ziona that develops chips for machine vision and spectral diagnostics, announced the signing of an MOU with Mekorot, Israel National Water Company, to jointly develop water monitoring systems.
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Dec 12, 2019
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VINCI Construction Wins a Contract to Build a Water Treatment Plant in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
On 14 November 2019, VINCI Construction Grands Projets signed a contract with the Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority to design and build the Bakheng water treatment plant in the northern outskirts of the Cambodian capital.
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Dec 11, 2019
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MHWirth Pile Top Drill Rigs for Mumbai Trans Harbour Link
Pile top drill rigs (PBA) by MHWirth are supporting the boom in India’s Infrastructure. They provide solid foundations for constructions onshore and offshore, among others for one of India’s flagship projects, the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL).
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Dec 10, 2019
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Nevada Utility Selects Sensus Technology for Smart Water Deployment
Known as “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno, Nevada is famous for its casinos. However, the city’s water utility isn’t gambling on outdated systems to deliver around-the-clock service to residents.
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Dec 09, 2019
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Xylem and Manchester City Football Group Partner in “Cityzens Giving” For Second Annual Safe Water Project
Xylem Inc., a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is partnering with the Cityzens Giving annual charitable campaign, a Manchester City Football Club global community initiative, which helps young leaders around the world change lives through the power of football.
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Dec 06, 2019
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Inspirational Water Documentary Premieres in Los Angeles
One year ago, a documentary crew set off on an incredible journey to meet with pioneers who are finding solutions to one of the world’s biggest challenges – water.
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