Backflow

Understanding Cross-Connection Control for Fire Protection Systems

With very few exceptions, almost every water-based fire protection system requires some form of backflow protection or cross-connection control. On the residential...

Hey, Archimedes! What’s the Big Deal with RPs and Pumps?

I’ve seen wringing of hands and gnashing of teeth whenever the subject of pumps and reduced pressure principle backflow preventers (RPs) is...

Hospital Backflow Prevention

Today’s complex potable water “production” and distribution systems continue to make significant contributions in helping to sustain the utility and comfort of...

The Evolution of Backflow Prevention Design

With any type of evolution, whether by nature or a technical evolution by man, there are certain driving forces that actually “get...

ASSE 1055 Chemical Dispensers

When it comes to a lack of understanding in the cross-connection control world, I don’t think there is another product that is...

Plan Pit Stops for Your Test Kit

Backflow prevention test kits are designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Maintenance and care are required in order for the...

New Technologies in Backflow Prevention

If It Ain’t Broke … When it comes to emerging digital technologies, backflow prevention probably isn’t first to...

Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going?

During a recent car trip, “Once in a Lifetime” by seminal New York band Talking Heads came on the radio. I always...