How do oil wells work? Understanding the extraction of petroleum
Everyone knows what oil is and most of us are aware of what oil wells look like, but how many of us actually know how they work?
Month: November 2020
Car exhaust repair – How to fix an exhaust pipe leak without a mechanic
A leak in a broken vehicle exhaust pipe system caused by a crack or hole can be easily identified and fixed without the need to call a mechanic
Pipes and heating systems: How does central heating work?
From copper pipes to radiators to thermostats, we explain the work of a central heating system in keeping homes and buildings warm
What is biomass energy and how does it work?
Biomass supplies 70 percent of the world’s renewable energy and 10 percent of overall power, although some forms of biomass are not without controversy
Cracked toilet repair – How to fix a crack in a toilet bowl
Fixing a crack in a toilet bowl can be a straightforward process carried out without the services of a plumber by following our cracked toilet repair guide
North Sea Oil – What will happen to decommissioned pipelines?
With 28,000 miles of pipelines operating as part of the North Sea oil fields, how can such a vast network be decommissioned over the next 30 years?
Leaking pipes – 5 common causes and how you can fix them
If left untreated, leaking pipes can soon develop into a far larger problem. Thankfully, leaks are often easy to repair once you identify the cause
Donald Trump blames a burst pipe for his election struggles in Georgia
President Trump has claimed that a burst pipe in Georgia is one of the reasons why he has struggled to win the state in the 2020 US Presidential Election
Freezing pipes: How to protect pipes and tanks from bursts in winter
Freezing temperatures in winter make pipes and tanks more susceptible to bursts and leaks. Here are seven tips to protect pipework from the cold
Steam pipe repair: How to fix hot water and high temperature pipes
Carrying out a repair to a steam, hot water or extreme temperature pipe is straightforward providing you use materials designed for high temp applications