Month: October 2025

Safeguarding Water Quality: The Technologies Protecting Our Freshwater Future

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As global demand for freshwater intensifies, the conversation must evolve beyond quantity to address an equally urgent crisis: water quality. The Global Commission on economics of water forecasts that over half the world’s food production could be jeopardized by freshwater shortages within 25 years. But contamination of existing freshwater may prove just as perilous. Freshwater ecosystems face unprecedented stress. The UK’s Environment Agency reported 3.6 million hours of raw sewage discharge into rivers in 2024 alone. Poor water quality diminishes resource usability and accelerates ecosystem decline, imperiling biodiversity, public health,…

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Beijing Captain and KSM Water introduce NX  Filtration’s HFNF technology for safe and  healthy drinking water systems in office  environments

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NX Filtration, the global provider of hollow fiber nanofiltration (HFNF) membrane  technology, announces a new milestone in decentralized water purification.  Together with Beijing Captain Science Co., Ltd and KSM Water, NX Filtration’s  membranes have been implemented in a unique project that brings chemical-free,  safe, and mineral-balanced drinking water to office environments across Beijing. This installation marks the first global deployment of NX Filtration’s HFNF membranes in  office buildings, showcasing how advanced nanofiltration can deliver high-quality  drinking water directly at the point of use — safely, sustainably, and without chemical  additives.…

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Cortec® Solutions Helped City Wastewater System Cut Corrosion Costs by $10,000+ in One Year

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How can wastewater treatment operators keep their sensitive, high-dollar electronics from deteriorating prematurely in a corrosive environment? The answer comes from a Midwest US wastewater treatment plant that used Cortec® corrosion solutions to halt the failure of expensive HMI (human machine interface) panels at the rate of one or two every six months.* With the high price of $15,000-$40,000 per replacement, the plant relied on their Cortec® representative, Cortec® Global Services, for answers that can benefit any treatment plant. Why Are Wastewater Environments So Corrosive? Wastewater treatment environments not only…

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New Water Footprint Service From Tunley Environmental Brings International Standards to Corporate Water Usage

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Sustainability consultancy Tunley Environmental has launched an updated Eco Water Resource Assessment Service, now formally introduced as the Water Footprint Assessment Service, reflecting growing need for robust water sustainability practices across high-impact sectors. The service integrates globally recognized methodologies including ISO 14046 for water footprint analysis principles and the EU Water Framework Directive for conservation efforts. With the European Environment Agency reporting only 40% of European surface water meets good ecological standards, businesses face growing scrutiny to quantify and manage their water footprints. The service uses science-based methodology to evaluate…

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Ofwat Reviews Wholesale Charging Structures for Larger Users With the Aim of Promoting Water Efficiency

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Ofwat ‘s latest consultation, ‘Promoting water efficiency in wholesale charges for business customers’ has been launched with the aim of promoting water efficiency for larger water users. Ofwat is reviewing current and potential wholesale charging structures for larger users and examining the rationale for offering discounts. The water industry regulator says it has also identified several options for how it might amend the Wholesale Charging Rules (WCRs) to enable reforms aimed at better environmental and social outcomes. Under section 66E of the Water Industry Act 1991, Ofwat is required to…

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Bentley Systems Announces Finalists for the 2025 Going Digital Awards

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EXTON, Pa – August 26, 2025 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced the finalists for the 2025 Going Digital Awards. The awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements of engineers and project teams in advancing infrastructure for better quality of life through digital innovation. The 2025 Going Digital Awards finalists demonstrate how leading infrastructure engineering and construction companies and owner operators are transforming project delivery and asset performance. Finalists across 12 categories were selected by independent panels of global industry experts from among nearly 250…

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Built for the bigger picture: GF introduces the Butterfly Valve 565 Big

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Covering dimensions from DN350 to DN600, the thermoplastic Butterfly Valve 565 Big is the strongest plastic butterfly valve with a short installation length thanks to a PN10 pressure rating. It is designed for durable and cost-effective operation in demanding water applications like desalination and water distribution. GF’s thermoplastic Butterfly Valve 565 range has established itself as a flexible solution for all water and water treatment applications thanks to Lug-Style and Wafer-Style configurations and a dimension range from DN50 to DN300. It features corrosion-free materials and high temperature and pressure-resistance, making…

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Kirloskar Brothers Limited Secures Patent for Innovative Hotspot Mitigation Circuit in Photovoltaic Modules

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Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL), a pioneer in engineering innovation, proudly announces the grant of Indian Patent No. 569497 for its Mitigation invention Circuit titled for “Hotspot Photovoltaic Module.” The patent, granted by the Indian Patent Office, is valid for a term of 20 years from December 20, 2018. This breakthrough invention addresses a critical challenge in solar energy systems, hotspot formation in photovoltaic (PV) modules due to partial shading. The patented circuit significantly reduces reverse bias voltage across shaded cells, thereby preventing cell breakdown, enhancing module reliability and mitigating fire…

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Welcome to ASEAN PATIO POOL SPA EXPO 2026

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Thailand has already been named the “spa capital” of Asia and the market for pools is expanding rapidly, mainly due to the increasing number of expatriates, the ongoing rise in tourism and significantly higher living stanndards. ASEAN PATIO POOL SPA EXPO is organized by Asia Pool & Spa Expo, which is enjoying the reputation of “Oscar” in the global pool & Spa industry. Based in Asia and serving the world, it provides an efficient trade platform for Asian products to go global brands to enter Asia! ASEAN PATIO POOL SPA…

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Safestorage Enters Global Market With Launch of First International Facility in Dubai

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India’s leading self-storage brand enters UAE market, bringing tech enable, secure, and flexible Safestorage solutions for individuals and businesses. India, 28th August 2025: Safestorage, India’s largest tech-enabled self-storage company, today announced the launch of its first international operations in Dubai, marking a major step in its global expansion milestone coincides strategy. with This the company’s 10-year anniversary, during which it has served over 1,00,000 customers across 11 major Indian cities. The newly launched Dubai facility will feature state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to cater to a wide range of storage requirements whether…

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