Tag: water
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$230M overhaul starts on Arkansas’ biggest water plant
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Arkansas’ largest water treatment plant is undergoing its first overhaul at the cost of $230 million. Early construction work started about a month ago on the Little Rock facility, according to Douglas Shackelford, spokesperson for Central Arkansas…
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Best time to water, according to gardening experts
Garden experts will tell you that sustained periods of heat, sunshine and dry weather can be a huge stress factor for your plants. Whilst some drought-tolerant plants will cope with this to an extent, most will wither and die back during a heatwave. Watering is key, but do this at the wrong time of day…
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Texas plans $20B to mitigate looming water crisis
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Both chambers of the Texas legislature passed bills last week to advance a total of $20 billion for the fight against a looming water crisis, the Texas Tribune reported. The Senate approved House Joint Resolution…
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Watts News Release: Nexa Intelligent Water Management
Watts Water Technologies, a global leader in plumbing, heating, and water quality technologies, introduces Nexa, the only truly intelligent water management solution on the market. Designed for facilities of all types, Nexa moves beyond “smart” technology by delivering proactive, data-driven insights that help facility managers take complete control of their water systems and gain actionable…
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FGIA Releases Sill Dam Guide for Water Leakage Checks
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released a new specification offering an evaluation method applicable when investigating potential water leakage through the sill joinery or sill penetrations of fenestration products. This method can also be used for quality assurance of the sill joinery and/or sill penetrations. AAMA 516-25, Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Check…
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New water infrastructure firm launches in Arizona
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Two former coworkers have launched RS Contracting, a Scottsdale, Arizona-based general contracting firm specializing in the construction and rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure throughout the state, according to a May 16 news release shared…
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How developers can use incentives to build water-efficient homes
“The second point, which links closely to this, is customer demand, or a lack of. Home buyers have long been wise to the benefits of buying a home that is energy efficient, as energy saving is far more widely talked about than water saving, so buyers demand developers have this high on their agendas. They…
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Water companies warn of potential hosepipe bans soon
Several UK water companies are taking proactive measures to encourage water conservation as drought conditions persist. While some are considering potential hosepipe bans, others are confident that restrictions won’t be necessary for the time being. These companies are offering valuable tips to help customers save water and avoid future water shortages. You may like Water…
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What You Need to Know About Water Damage Restoration: A Step-by-Step Guide
Water damage can strike any property without warning, whether due to heavy storms, plumbing failures, or simple accidents. When it happens, quick and professional action is crucial to minimize destruction and restore your home or business to its original condition. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps of the water damage restoration…
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How Site-Specific Water Treatment in Perth Improves Project Efficiency
Project environments vary, and so do their water requirements. Elements like terrain, groundwater composition, and operational needs differ from one location to another. Applying a single water treatment method across all sites in Perth may not provide the consistency or quality needed during project execution. Perth’s unique environmental factors are growing the need for tailored…