The history of the epoxy putty stick – and its use in pipe repair
The history of the epoxy putty stretches back to the 1930s whilst the stick became a popular tool for pipe repair during the 1980s and 1990s
Articles by Scott Rotherham
The 5 biggest wastewater plants in the world
We look at five of the biggest wastewater plants in the world and the vital role they play in ensuring a supply of clean, safe water
How to repair a leaking pipe saddle joint
The repair of a leaking saddle joint and the challenges posed by a step on the pipe can be easily overcome by using a silicone repair tape
Will Nord Stream 2 approval reduce the price of gas in Europe?
With the cost of gas rising across Europe and the UK, would an increase of supplies from Russia via Nord Stream 2 lead to a reduction in price?
Conditions in Honolulu, Hawaii are perfect for water pipe break
A corrosive environment and being in a seismic region makes for perfect water pipe break conditions in Honolulu, Hawaii for pipe break
How does a portable toilet work?
One of life’s great mysteries answered by the team at PipeRepair.co.uk – how exactly does the magic of a portable toilet work?
Sewage dumping rules relaxed by UK government amid chemical shortage
The UK government has relaxed sewage dumping rules as a chemical shortage leaves wastewater plants struggling to treat water to previous conditions
When pipe repair is critical: Fixing an air con system in a London Hospital
A burst pipe forced the shutdown of an air con system in a London Hospital on the hottest day of the year, requiring a critical pipe repair
Hard wearing alumina is ideal material for lined steel pipes
Alumina is one of the hardest wearing and resistant materials around, making it an attractive option for use in lined steel pipes
Southern Water commits to tripling rate of leakage reduction
Southern Water has committed to tripling its rate of leakage reduction through employing more staff and making better use of technology