Reverse Osmosis Systems (+7 Signs Your Water May Be Contaminated)
Reverse Osmosis systems, also called RO systems and RO water purifiers, can remove common contaminants with known human toxicity. But how to tell if your water may be contaminated and how well do RO systems perform in removing known toxins and Emerging Substances of Concern (ESOCs)? Let’s find out! Do I Need a Reverse Osmosis System? South […]
Water Purification: 5 Most Common Types
Water purification is a vital aspect of life. Clean water is essential for a health-sustaining environment – not only for drinking purposes but sanitation as well. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) water-borne diseases which pose a high risk to South Africans include gastroenteritis, cholera, viral hepatitis, typhoid fever, bilharziasis, and dysentery. And this doesn’t even […]
Smart Water Metering (How We Identified 43,200 Litres of Wastage)
Smart water metering is an advanced technology combining data analytics, and telecommunications to bring utilities management into the 21st century. As leaders in advanced water management, Water Utilities Solutions use smart water metering technologies to prevent water wastage and help corporate bodies and homeowners associations to prevent financial drain. Smart Water Metering in Practice Old […]
Underground Water Leaks: How We Found a R540k Per Annum Leak
Underground water leaks are one of the leading causes of water waste in South Africa contributing to the country’s estimated 1.1 million litres of water lost. Much of this water is lostfrom leaks in municipal pipes but leaks on private property are much more common than most people are aware of and it’s not always […]
Leak Detection Basics (& Money Saving Checklist!)
Bruce Lee once said that water can flow or it can crash, but he forgot to mention that it can also leak and drip. Leaks and drips can be a serious cause of property damage and money wastage. To make matters even worse, it’s estimated that globally 35% of all treated water is lost due […]
Water Meter Accuracy Guide
Water meter accuracy is not a widely understood concept outside of professional plumbers, water utility engineers, and industry experts. Water meter accuracy is classified according to flow rate precision (Class A, Class B, Class C, & Class D). That means, different types of water meters have different degrees of error at different rates of consumption. […]
Borehole Basics (+5 Key Benefits)
Do I need permission for a borehole? Is a borehole an asset? What can borehole water be used for? When considering a borehole for domestic or agricultural purposes, many Capetonians are curious to know the answers to these questions. Our Water Utility Solutions experts explain the basics and the benefits of this incredible alternative water […]
Water Meter Types (For All Purposes)
Water meter types of technology is remarkably complex. It’s also a vitally important aspect of our everyday, built environment. Because water is such a valuable natural resource, it’s extremely important for us to accurately measure its consumption. How Does a Water Meter Work? While there are many different types of water meter, they all work […]