Cold storage road/rail container is world first
University of Birmingham experts have worked with one of the world’s biggest railway rolling stock companies to develop the first-ever shipping container using materials that store and release cold energy
Novel gas transport leasing service
Green gas producers will be able to get their fuel to market more economically, says Spanish gas transport specialist Calvera
AI-based system aims to improve driver trust and increase uptake of electric vehicles
The firm Spark EV Technology has partnered with the University of Essex in a new Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with the aim of tackling...
Bespoke telemetry manages fuel
UK environmental services firm Crown Oil Environmental is offering a telemetry system to help firms monitor their fuel supply
Remote control for peristaltic pumps
Fluid handling specialist Cole-Parmer says it is bringing the Internet of Things (IoT) to pump applications .
Firm specifies valves for flagship water treatment works
South West Water’s new Mayflower water treatment (WTW) works is due to become operational in autumn 2019, employing what seems to be a novel...
Intelligent Plant uses AI to improve productivity
Wet processing equipment maker CDE is exhibiting (at Bauma 2019) its "Intelligent Plant" product which utilises advances in machine learning and the Internet of...
Data capture technology relieves the pressure on pipeline commissioning
Utilities and pipeline equipment provider PSS Hire has expanded its pressure testing hire fleet to provide the water industry with a complete commissioning solution.
The...
London firm converts 25-strong waste collection fleet to CNG fuel ahead of ULEZ
London’s largest independent food waste collector has completed preparations for the capital’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) by revealing plans to convert all 25...
Concrete repair materials chosen for Eastbourne Wastewater Treatment Works
As part of a major £16 million upgrade of Eastbourne Wastewater Treatment Works being carried out on behalf of Southern Water, AkzoNobel’s range of...
Robust fittings for pipeline systems in contaminated land remain assured after updated specification, says...
The BPF Pipes Group said it was pleased to support Water UK in the updating of WIS 4-32-11, recognising the significant contribution it makes...
Tailored valves for refinery
The Rotork Client Support Programme (CSP) has been chosen by the Hengyuan Refining Company Berhad for the asset management of Rotork valve actuation equipment at its Port Dickson refinery .
Guide aims to demystify drain and sewer lining
A new technical guide from drainage specialist Lanes Group aims to explain best practice in the use of no-dig sewer and drain lining .
Light curing saves time and hassle
PBF Drainage Services has become a UK distributor for the Danish pipe lining system Bluelight which uses LED light to cure liners during installation .
Saving energy in sludge handling
Progressive cavity pump specialist SEEPEX has developed a new system that it says will improve dewatered sludge handling, enabling long distance transfer with reduced operational costs by using a combination of PC pump technology and dense-phase conveying. The technology has already been trialled by Thames Water at its Reading Sewage Treatment Works (STW) and is now being installed as part of the new Thames Water Riverside project, providing what the firm describes as an energy-efficient, high-performance alternative to conventional sludge handling systems .
Control valves withstand long term challenges of reverse osmosis
Badger Meter valves are presented as an effective option for reverse osmosis plants and salt water desalination plants. The firm is represented in the...
Films promote safe machinery handling at waste sites
JCB has produced a series of five ‘WasteWise’ films that promote the safe and efficient operation of handling machinery at waste sites.
The films are...
Commercialisation boost for AI start-up that helps EVs go further between charges
Spark EV Technology announced on 17 January that it has been chosen for the Intelligent Mobility (IM) Accelerator programme, following a highly competitive selection...
Hotel opening in the pipeline following completion of new sewer
A new overflow pipe connecting two Victorian brick sewers within the world heritage site of Edinburgh’s Holyrood Park has been completed by Scottish Water...
University of Mali chooses “top quality pumps”
Despite being ranked as one of the world’s most economically challenged nations, the West African country of Mali has opted to install four top...























