Sewers and Sewer Line Maintenance News
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New Model Specification Announced For Polypropylene Piping
12/13/2023
The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) has released a new Model Specification document for selecting, specifying, and installing polypropylene (PP) plastic piping in plumbing and mechanical projects.
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New Tech Committee Chair Announced For Plastics Pipe Institute
12/11/2023
Joshua Goldberg, business development manager of Asahi/America, Inc. (Lawrence, MA), has been appointed chair of the Technical Committee of the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI).
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SmartCover Systems Acquires Data Flow Systems, Enhancing Its Collection System Optimization Technology
11/28/2023
SmartCover Systems (“SmartCover”), a portfolio company of XPV Water Partners and the North American market share leader in real-time sewer and stormwater collection system monitoring and optimization technology, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Data Flow Systems (“Data Flow”).
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Polyethylene Pipe Grades Discussed In New Technical Document
11/16/2023
The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today announced the publication of a new document that provides the technical basis for comparing PE 100-RC to PE4710 pressure pipe.
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Advanced Drainage Systems Shares Benefits Of Plastic Pipe In Honor Of America Recycles Day
11/15/2023
In recognition of America Recycles Day, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (“ADS” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions in the stormwater and onsite septic wastewater industries, recognizes the importance of sustainable and economically viable products to capture, convey, store and treat water.
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Uponor Transaction To Close: Strong Focus On Value Creation And Attractive End Markets With New Piping Systems Setup - Georg Fischer AG
11/13/2023
By joining forces with Uponor, GF is set to become a global leader in sustainable water and flow solutions. To support this ambition, complementary businesses will be grouped together under one roof: the new division GF Uponor will focus on Building Technology, whereas the infrastructure and utility business will move to GF Piping Systems.
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Sanitation Equity Fight In Alabama Could Set Precedent For Rural Communities Nationwide
10/24/2023
A rural wastewater treatment battle in Alabama could come to impact infrastructure decisions nationwide as it draws federal attention and raises questions about how states fulfill the basic rights of their residents.
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EPA Makes $336M Investment To Spur Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements Across New York State
10/5/2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded New York State over $336M to support cleaner water across the state, of which over $253M is funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
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ASTERRA Technology Now Used For Wastewater Exfiltration
9/28/2023
ASTERRA’s satellite infrastructure intelligence solutions are now in use to locate wastewater exfiltration in three ongoing projects.
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EPA Kicks Off Eleventh Annual SepticSmart Week
9/18/2023
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is joining state and local partners to launch SepticSmart Week 2023, a week-long annual campaign to educate homeowners and renters on how to properly maintain their septic systems.