Drinking Water Distribution Resources

  1. Replacing Lead Water Pipes With Cheaper Plastic Carries Hidden Costs, Say UW-Milwaukee Researchers 6/26/2024
    The EPA estimates that 9.2 million service lines that deliver drinking water to U.S. homes and businesses are made of lead, and is now proposing to require their removal within 10 years. The agency has been silent, however, regarding what should replace lead. We see concerns with a popular replacement material: plastic.
  2. Maintaining Continuous Water Service During Critical Infrastructure Upgrades 5/29/2024

    Discover how Hydra-Stop’s insertion valve provided new control points without impacting service to surrounding customers.

  3. Old Lead-Infested Water Pipelines Are Being Replaced At A Rapid Pace Throughout America 5/23/2024
    The EPA recently announced that $3 billion funding is available to replace old water distribution pipelines to ensure safe public drinking water throughout the U.S. Even before federal funding became available and mandates were issued, many cities took the initiative to address aging pipeline issues and the dangers associated with lead contamination.
  4. How Strategic Valve Installation Prevented Service Disruption at a Senior Living Facility 5/15/2024

    Learn how Hydra-Stop’s insertion valve provided new control points to mitigate future disruptions during a service line emergency.

  5. Awaiting The Final Lead and Copper Rule Improvements: What Happens Next? 5/2/2024
    From "Revisions" to "Improvements," the EPA is making further changes to the Lead and Copper Rule to keep drinking water systems working toward the ultimate goal.
  6. Funding The Fight Against PFAS And Lead In Drinking Water 5/2/2024

    An overview of funding opportunities for water utilities to meet new and upcoming compliance objectives, as well as technology considerations to reduce further contamination.

  7. Exploring The Booming Market For Drinking Water Pipe Repair Services And Infrastructure Restoration 4/15/2024
    As the market name prompts, the drinking water pipe repair market is subjected to the growing demand for intact water pipelines. With the elevated need for pure and regular water supply, it will likely become a prominent market that will play an active role in the energy and natural resources sector.
  8. AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Performs In New Music City Stadium Project 3/19/2024

    What do the Indy Music City Grand Prix, Taylor Swift Eras Tours concerts, Country Music Awards Festival, and college and NFL football games have in common? These and other events were held at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, in the spring, summer and fall of 2023.

  9. Lead From Old Paint And Pipes Is Still A Harmful And Deadly Hazard In Millions Of U.S. Homes 3/13/2024
    The WHO estimates that more than 1 million deaths each year are attributable to lead poisoning. In more recent years, this number has risen at an incredible pace, with some research showing that nearly 5.5 million adults die from lead-related health complications. Understanding and addressing this persistent problem will require improved monitoring, targeted remediation, and a great deal more awareness and dialogue.
  10. Testing The (Storm)Waters 3/7/2024
    Heavy rains in California prove the worthiness of the "sponge city" concept.