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WINT launches leak prevention solution for HVAC chilled water systems

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Monday, September 14, 2020

The solution prevents water damage by detecting issues, automatically shutting off water flows and isolating impacted areas.

Key Points: 
  • The solution prevents water damage by detecting issues, automatically shutting off water flows and isolating impacted areas.
  • Large buildings use chilled water systems to cool the facility and ensure that occupants are comfortable.
  • The solution detects drip-level leaks in chilled water pipes, allowing maintenance staff to perform corrective action before the issue becomes significant.
  • We use WINT's suite of solutions across Phoenix's facilities to protect everything from domestic water to chilled water systems.

Wrench Group Acquires All About Water in Phoenix Area

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Tuesday, September 1, 2020

All About Water has been providing plumbing and water treatment services to customers in the Phoenix metropolitan area since the 1970s.

Key Points: 
  • All About Water has been providing plumbing and water treatment services to customers in the Phoenix metropolitan area since the 1970s.
  • The company provides whole-home water filtration, new drinking water systems, advanced water softeners and plumbing repair services.
  • The acquisition of All About Water expands the Wrench Group footprint in Phoenix, and furthers the organizations efforts to provide industry-leading home services to consumers.
  • All About Water is headquartered in Chandler, and will remain focused on providing water and plumbing services in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Iowa American Water Submits Rate Review Request to Iowa Utilities Board

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Friday, August 28, 2020

Iowa American Water filed a request with the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) today to adjust its rates in the communities it serves across the state following an extensive examination of investments to provide safe, clean and reliable water service.

Key Points: 
  • Iowa American Water filed a request with the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) today to adjust its rates in the communities it serves across the state following an extensive examination of investments to provide safe, clean and reliable water service.
  • The rate review includes almost $87 million in water system improvements in Clinton, Blue Grass and the Iowa Quad Cities from October 2016 to June 2022.
  • We carefully plan and invest in our water systems to provide safe, clean, and reliable service to about 216,000 residents in eight eastern Iowa communities, said Randy Moore, president of Iowa American Water.
  • Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water services to approximately 216,000 people.

Olea Edge Analytics Launches CityEdge, a Platform to Recover Revenue for Cities

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Olea Edge Analytics , an intelligent edge computing platform for the water utility industry, today announced the launch of CityEdge, a combination of blockchain technology, AI and machine learning that unlocks much-needed revenue for cash-strapped cities.

Key Points: 
  • Olea Edge Analytics , an intelligent edge computing platform for the water utility industry, today announced the launch of CityEdge, a combination of blockchain technology, AI and machine learning that unlocks much-needed revenue for cash-strapped cities.
  • CityEdge notifies customers of water infrastructure issues more quickly than current crews can find them, allowing utilities to fix them fast and recover lost revenue.
  • Olea Edge Analytics history with numerous utilities shows that up to 40% of all high-volume commercial water meters can be underbilled and need repair.
  • Olea's proven technology empowers utilities to optimize water delivery, billing and conservation so cities can generate millions more in revenue.

Quartz Water Source Brings Revolutionary Water Technology to U.S. Market

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

FLINT, Mich., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Quartz Water Source, a company committed to expanding global access to clean water, is launching today.

Key Points: 
  • FLINT, Mich., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Quartz Water Source, a company committed to expanding global access to clean water, is launching today.
  • Founded by natives of Flint, Michigan and inspired by the ongoing water crisis, Quartz brings clean water to those who need it most by offering cutting-edge Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology solutions.
  • As a 'second line' clean water solution, supplementing, not replacing, municipal water supply, the AWG technology uses the planet's biggest source of water, the air.
  • As a 'second line' clean water solution, Quartz meaningfully supplements the municipal drinking water supply at scale.

Essential Utilities’ Texas Water Utility Files Application With Public Utilities Commission for First Acquisition Under New Texas Fair Market Value Law

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Monday, August 3, 2020

The transaction is a milestone for Essential as it will be the first acquisition to use a new Texas law that allows regulated water companies to pay a fair market value for the purchase of water and wastewater systems.

Key Points: 
  • The transaction is a milestone for Essential as it will be the first acquisition to use a new Texas law that allows regulated water companies to pay a fair market value for the purchase of water and wastewater systems.
  • The new law, enacted in 2019, applies to all water utilities including those owned and operated by private investors and municipal governments.
  • Essential Chairman and CEO Christopher Franklin said The Commons agreement illustrates the benefits of the new fair market value law.
  • For more information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with Essential Utilities business, please refer to Essential Utilities annual, quarterly and other SEC filings.

Northwest Pipe Company Announces Participation at the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

VANCOUVER, Wash., July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Northwest Pipe Company (NASDAQ: NWPX), an industry leader of engineered pipeline systems for water infrastructure, announced today that Scott Montross, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Aaron Wilkins, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference on Thursday, August 6, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, Wash., July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Northwest Pipe Company (NASDAQ: NWPX), an industry leader of engineered pipeline systems for water infrastructure, announced today that Scott Montross, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Aaron Wilkins, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference on Thursday, August 6, 2020.
  • Northwest Pipe is scheduled to present virtually at 3:00 p.m.
  • Founded in 1966, Northwest Pipe Company is the largest manufacturer of engineered steel water pipeline systems in North America.
  • Northwest Pipe Company provides solution-based products for a wide range of markets including water transmission and infrastructure, water and wastewater plant piping, trenchless technology, and piping rehabilitation.

Stantec awarded The Water Research Foundation study to define digital water transformation and intelligent water utility framework of the future

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

EDMONTON, Alberta and NEW YORK, July 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Water Research Foundation (WRF) awarded Stantec the lead in a global collaboration of utility and technology experts to define the framework for the digital transformation of the water industry.

Key Points: 
  • EDMONTON, Alberta and NEW YORK, July 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Water Research Foundation (WRF) awarded Stantec the lead in a global collaboration of utility and technology experts to define the framework for the digital transformation of the water industry.
  • The intended outcome of this collaboration is to assist utility leaders to make better, data-driven decisions supported by an Intelligent Water Systems (IWS) framework.
  • The work will focus on developing a framework, or structure, of the critical aspects pertaining to the digital transformation of water and wastewater utilities.
  • The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the worlds leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector.

Northwest Pipe Company to Release Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results on August 4th

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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

VANCOUVER, Wash., July 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwest Pipe Company (NASDAQ: NWPX), an industry leader of engineered pipeline systems for water infrastructure, announced today it intends to release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020 on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, Wash., July 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwest Pipe Company (NASDAQ: NWPX), an industry leader of engineered pipeline systems for water infrastructure, announced today it intends to release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020 on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.
  • Scott Montross, Northwest Pipe Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Aaron Wilkins, Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company's second quarter 2020 results on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time.
  • Founded in 1966, Northwest Pipe Company is the largest manufacturer of engineered steel water pipeline systems in North America.
  • Northwest Pipe Company provides solution-based products for a wide range of markets including water transmission and infrastructure, water and wastewater plant piping, trenchless technology, and piping rehabilitation.

Global Drinking Water Pipe Repair Market Outlook (2019 to 2027) - CAGR of 8.7% Expected During this Forecast Period - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

The "Drinking Water Pipe Repair - Global Market Outlook (2019-2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Drinking Water Pipe Repair - Global Market Outlook (2019-2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Drinking Water Pipe Repair Market is is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.7% during the forecast period.
  • Some of the key factors propelling market growth are growing population, demand for clean drinking water, and increasing construction activities.
  • Drinking water pipe repairs have been used in order to meet the need for safe drinking water of an ever-increasing population.