Rembering when and how wood was used for water pipes
Before modern materials like steel, PVC and copper came along, ancient civilisations used wooden pipes to transport water around their cities
Articles by Richard Roberts
5 of the strangest portable toilet stories
Portable toilets are at the heart of many weird and wonderful stories – here are five of the strangest coming from across the world
Cost of living crisis: How to reduce your water bill and save money
With households lookings to save money anywhere they can as the cost of living crisis hits, we take a look at some measures to help reduce your water bill
How an ash handling system works: From process to pipework
An ash handling system helps collect, store and process ash through equipment and pipework so that it can be safely disposed of
Understanding the difference between a pipe and a shaft
Pipes and shafts are both cylindrical objects used in various industries – but the difference in purpose between the two is stark
Former landfill site found to be releasing leachate into Cardiff Bay
A landfill site closed in the 1990s has been found to be releasing leachate into Cardiff Bay and the River Ely, polluting the environment
6 ways you didn’t know pipes are used in Christmas lights displays
Not many people are aware of the role pipes play in the Christmas lights displays which brighten up December and the festive season
Are all plastics bad? Plastic pipe, the environment and sustainability
In a world where plastics are public enemy number one, is there a future for plastic pipe through sustainability and its potential environmental benefits?
How to repair a leaking pipe in your boiler system
Avoid hiring a plumber by making your own quick and easy repair to a leaking pipe in a boiler system, even when the pipe is difficult to access
Saddle up: The welded joint best for reinforcing pipe tee connections
A welded saddle joint reinforces a section of pipe which includes a tee connection or hole, compensating from the decrease in line strength