Posts tagged 'Water'

Don’t bin that plastic bottle, bottle it
Don’t bin that plastic bottle, bottle it
A Guide to UN Approved Packaging
31 August 2023
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A Guide to UN Approved Packaging

When storing or transporting potentially hazardous chemicals, it is important to ensure that they are safely contained. In the context of purchasing an intermediate bulk container (more commonly known as an IBC), one of the first steps towards selecting a suitable IBC for your requirements is to check whether it is UN approved. But what does that mean? 

How a business can use a rainwater harvesting kit
5 October 2022
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How a business can use a rainwater harvesting kit

Rainwater harvesting is steadily becoming more popular across the UK. People are more aware of their responsibilities to protect the environment, as well as the potential to save money.  Now, businesses are realising that there can be great benefits to their business and the environment by harvesting rainwater.   One question we often get asked is how a business can use a rainwater harvesting kit in their offices or warehouse.   We’ve put together a quick guide to rainwater harvesting and how you as a business can use the rainwater collected.
How to store drinking water at festivals
11 May 2022
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How to store drinking water at festivals

After a year of silence in the fields and parks, we are set to see the return of festivals. As thousands of people look forward to seeing their favourite acts, it is crucial to stay hydrated.  Festival organisers have a lawful obligation to ensure they provide drinking water to festivalgoers.  Did you know this?
Rainwater Harvesting
16 February 2022
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Understanding the costs and the benefits of rainwater harvesting

Rainwater harvesting is becoming increasingly popular across the UK due to several reasons. By harvesting rainwater, you can reduce your company's water bills, but also help the environment while you are at it.

If you are thinking of starting to harvest rainwater, then you probably have a few questions.

Guide to Water Bowsers
20 December 2021
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A buyer's guide to water bowsers

A water bowser offers a reliable and safe option for storing and transporting water. These are often mobile objects that can be towed along by a vehicle. In situations where a natural water supply isn’t available, water bowsers provide clean water.
Festival Planning Checklist
15 December 2021
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The complete festival planning checklist

Festivals aren’t at the forefront of everyone’s mind right now, but before you know it, people will be taking the fields across the UK to soak up good music and good times.

If you’re tasked with planning a festival, no matter if it is a camping festival or day event, you will need to start your prep work early.  To help you out, we have put together a list of products you might want to consider ensuring you make any festival a hit. 

Potable water
10 December 2021
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How long can you store potable drinking water for in our water tanks?

The last thing you want as you are about to take a sip of a refreshing glass of water is to see it looks a bit murky and there is a weird smell coming from the glass. Has the water gone off? Is the tank not suitable? Or did you just leave the water in the tank too long?

Let’s look at how long you should store water in a tank and how to protect the water from contamination in your water storage tank.

Why is it important to maintain and clean your IBC?
8 November 2021
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Why is it important to maintain and clean your IBC?

Cleaning your IBC can be a tedious task, but it is important to make sure you do it regularly. By ensuring you keep up to date with cleaning your IBC, you can extend the lifespan of your IBC, which will save you money over time.

How to clean and maintain your water tank: A simple guide to keeping it healthy
3 November 2021
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How to clean and maintain your water tank: A simple guide to keeping it healthy

Ensuring your water storage tank is clean throughout the year is an important task. If you fail to maintain the tank you are risking not just your health but the health of others. We’ve put together a short guide on how to clean your water storage tank and why you need to do it.