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Putting Waste To Work With Copper
(13/12/2009)
Sometimes the simplest things make the biggest splash and a new Drain Water Heat Recovery gadget called the ‘Power-Pipe’ is doing just that.
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Copper Plumbing
(26/10/2009)
Bush fires put the focus on the effectiveness of copper sprinklers ... read more copper plumbing news.
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Copper Plumbing in Action
(20/09/2009)
Gary Jackson, of Action Plumbing, offers either copper or plastic to his clients, and finds many choose copper.
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Plumbers Get New Copper Guide
(20/09/2009)
The latest issue of the Plumbers Handbook-available free at www.copper.com.au or by calling 1800 067 895
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On your marks - weld!
(24/09/2009)
The 20th International Apprenticeship Competition was held in the US recently and of course copper got a special event all its own.
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SA Apprentice Plumber Award
(29/06/2009)
At only 19-years-old, TAFE South Australia’s Apprentice Plumber of the Year demonstrates a natural aptitude for his chosen career.
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Copper Plumbing
(28/05/2009)
The latest issue of the Australian Plumbing Industry magazine has been released, with all the latest news on the use of copper plumbing in Australian homes.
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Plumbers Handbook
(06/11/2008)
Ever wished you knew all the answers to questions that arise on the job? With the Plumbers Handbook in your pocket, you can have answers at your fingertips.
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Copper Vs Plastic
(11/11/2009)
Deciding which material is best for the job is not always easy, but as this overview proves, copper’s got some clear advantages.
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Plumb it Safe with Copper
(18/01/2008)
The repair bill for damage done to a home from burst water pipes can run into the thousands.
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Plumbing Skills Manual
(06/09/2006)
A new training guide is available online to help teach basic copper plumbing skills.
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Copper Alloys Corrosion Resistance
(23/08/2006)
Have you ever wondered why copper alloys are used in products of importance such as water heater valves, backflow and metering devices?
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Thumbs Up for SharkBite
(26/07/2006)
Copper plumbing repair and maintenance work is now easier and simpler thanks to SharkBite, the new push-fit joining system for copper tube.
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Plumbing Survey Results
(21/06/2006)
Market share for copper plumbing has increased from 31 percent in 2004 to 36 percent in 2006. This is one of the findings from a survey of Australia’s largest 680 building companies
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TAFE gets Sharkbite
(21/06/2006)
TAFE NSW has added the new Sharkbite fitting by Crane Copper Tube into its curriculum for apprentice plumbers.
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Training Award
(30/06/2006)
Northern Territory plumbing apprentice, Michael Lane, is one of a number of TAFE students across Australia to be presented with the Gold Copper Industry Training Award.
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Not all pipes are created equal
(21/06/2006)
Are you using the right copper piping for the job?
It’s easy to take it for granted that copper performs successfully in a huge range of applications,
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Choosing Tubing
Copper plumbing or plastic? It’s a question with no simple answer.
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Plumbing Links
Useful local and international links for plumbing information
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Water Hammer Booklet
Attahced is the CDC's Water Hammer Booklet, which provides complete details on reducing noise in pipes
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Plumber Training Manual
"An Introduction to Professional Plumbing Skills" has been developed by the Copper Development Centre Australia Limited, with the help of Cliff Hensby, John Williamson of the Copper Development Centre . Australia and representatives of various TAFE Plumbing Schools.
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PLUMBING PRODUCT AUTHORISATION
HOW CAN ACCEPTABLE PRODUCTS BE IDENTIFIED?
The Plumbing Code of Australia is the regulatory document applicable to all plumbing work. Requirements for plumbing product authorization are specified in the Code that references Australian Standard AS 5200 and the WaterMark Certification Scheme for plumbing products.
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A New Standard For Copper Plumbing
There would be very few professionals who disagree that copper is a dream to work with, but it’s simplicity can cause some to become complacent with its use, or install it with disregard to the specific operating environment and conditions.
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