Overdue acknowledgement of the valid alternative that plastic pipework systems provide — Des Dolan.
Beating the threat of metal thefts
Published: February 2009
The benefits of plastic pipework systems should be even more attractive to the building-services industry than metal is to thieves — believes Des Dolan.
The water and drainage requirements for the 213 apartments of Potato Wharf in Manchester are met using Durapipe pipework systems.
Durapipe pipework serves Manchester apartments
Published: February 2009
In response to ever-tightening budgets and deadlines for two apartment developments in Manchester, a variety of pipework systems from Durapipe have been specified and installed by contractor Hirst & Danson.
BSS Industrial has become a national distributor for PolyPipe Commercial Building Services and stocks a comprehensive range of PolyPress, which is specifically designed for potable hot and cold water plumbing and heating services. The range is said to provide a viable and cost-effective alternative to copper.
Significant growth opportunities for offsite fabrication — Bob Hughes.
Delivering the benefits of prefabricated pipework
Published: February 2009
Enlightened consultants and clients are increasingly opting for off-site engineered modular pipework solutions, prompting Wolseley to launch its own state-of-the-art facility to bring design, assembly and supply under one roof.
Independent tests show energy-saving for titanium water-heating elements
Published: February 2009
Energy savings of at least 6% have been demonstrated for titanium-sheathed water-heating elements by independent tests carried out for Titanium Products — in addition to the known lifetime benefits.
Preventing pressure shock in pressure boosted systems
Published: February 2009
AquaTech’s Pressmain AquaVent valve helps to prevent damaging pressure shocks when pressure-boosted supply pipework is drained down and refilled. If a system’s pipework has been drained, intentionally or otherwise, there is the possibility of pressure shocks when the pressure booster restarts.