Vacuum Breaker Testing Standards

Backflow refers to the unwanted reversal of fluid flow in a piping system — essentially when water moves in the opposite direction from what’s...

Backflow Prevention Product Standards

As an engineering student at North Carolina State University, I recall the first time I was ever introduced to the concept of backflow. I...

National Backflow Prevention Day, 08/16

This year, August 16 was the fifth annual National Backflow Prevention Day. It is a day to celebrate everyone who works behind the scenes...

California State Water Board Formally Recognizes ASSE 5110 Certification For Backflow...

ASSE International is pleased to announce the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Division of Drinking Water, has officially recognized the ASSE 5110...

2” Febco Model 825Y

QUESTION:I need to repair a 2” Febco Model 825Y. Can you give me some history on this assembly? Will I need any special tools...

Backflow Prevention Quiz

According to the ASSE International Plumbing Dictionary, working pressure is the maximum pressure in a water piping system allowable under normal working conditions. Likewise,...

3” Watts Model 009

QUESTION:I have a 3” Watts Model 009 that needs to be serviced. I want to replace the check valve discs and relief valve rubber...

Backflow Prevention and Health Care Quiz

According to the ASSE International Plumbing Dictionary, working pressure is the maximum pressure in a water piping system allowable under normal working conditions. Likewise,...

Medical Setting Backflow Prevention

Medical facilities are a priority when we look at implementing cross-connection control standards and installing backflow protection. From hospitals to dialysis centers, to dentist...

Ames 4” Model 3000SS

QUESTION:I have an Ames 4” model 3000SS that I am trying to repair. I was told that the check valves are threaded into the...