Sewers and Sewer Line Maintenance News

1. New Wastewater Tech Tackles Fatbergs At The Source 8/21/2025

   A new wastewater treatment system developed by RMIT University researchers could help prevent fatbergs – solid masses of fat, oil and grease (FOG) that clog sewers and cost water utilities globally billions to remove each year.

2. New Research To Unlock Smart Sewer Potential For Water Utilities 8/20/2025

   A groundbreaking research initiative led by a multidisciplinary team of engineers and utilities has been launched to address the critical need for industry-wide guidance on smart sewer system implementation.

3. Eastech Introduces A Digitally Advanced Approach To Sewer System Evaluation 7/31/2025

   Easteach Flow Controls announces the introduction of their fully integrated digital solution for sewer system analysis and evaluation. Smart SSES (Sewer System Evaluation Survey) that combines 24/7 monitoring with high-speed condition assessment and automatic detection of I&I.

4. Major Water Regulation Shake-Up In UK 7/24/2025

   With serious water pollution events up 60% in England, the government has recognized a need for an overhaul of the flawed regulation system. The previous regulator, Ofwat, will be scrapped and replaced. The move comes amid growing outrage over sewage pollution, outdated infrastructure, and a lack of accountability from privatized water companies.

5. UKWIR Research Explores FOG-Based Wastewater Charging 7/23/2025

   A robust move towards preventative, source-control solutions to prevent pollutants from entering the wastewater system in England and Wales was a key recommendation of the Independent Water Commission (IWC), which unveiled its Final Report on 21 July.

6. Rehabilitation And Wastewater To Fuel Decade Of Growth In Pipe Infrastructure, Exceeding US$117B By 2035 7/16/2025

   Capital expenditures (CAPEX) on pipe infrastructure for municipal water and wastewater utilities in the U.S. and Canada are projected to reach a total of US$117.0B between 2025 and 2035, according to a new report from Bluefield Research, a leading provider of global water market data and insights.

7. Blockage-Detecting Robot Ready To Patrol Sewers 6/12/2025

   A sewer robot that inspects pipework and raises blockage alerts before flooding occurs is to be deployed in a live network for the first time.

8. Sewer Cleaning: Ending The Scourge Of 'Blown Toilets' 5/14/2025

   An innovative new type of nozzle is specifically designed to prevent blown toilets at a fraction of the cost of high-end models, making it affordable for entire fleets.

9. Infiltrator Expands Tank Portfolio With Launch Of Grease Interceptors 4/22/2025

   Infiltrator Water Technologies, a leading manufacturer of products for the decentralized water and wastewater industries, is proud to announce the expansion of its tank product line with the introduction of three new grease interceptors.

10. Specialized Nozzles Unlock The Full Potential Of Recycled Water Trucks 3/31/2025

    Today, many contractors and municipal operators are investing in sewer cleaner trucks equipped with eco-friendly water recycling systems that facilitate cleaning more line in less time. However, even high-quality jetting nozzles can become clogged when recycled water is not sufficiently filtered.