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
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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
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
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
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
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?
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?
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