Items Tagged with 'backflow prevention'

A new national survey commissioned by Watts reveals that most homeowners lack awareness of backflow prevention. The findings come ahead of National Backflow Prevention Day, and point to a clear opportunity for outreach.

Set for July 24, the session will share insights from a recent homeowner survey and offer practical guidance to help water safety professionals communicate backflow risks more effectively.

The California State Water Resources Control Board has formally recognized ASSE International’s 5110 certification program for backflow prevention assembly testers. This statewide approval enhances regulatory clarity and reinforces ASSE’s role in safeguarding public water systems through trusted certification standards.

A few examples of design approaches that a laboratory or research building may have to address potential contamination concerns within the building.

These sensors are suitable for a variety of applications, including irrigation, fire line, and industrial uses.

The 900XL3 series is designed for residential or commercial applications.

Invariably, new technologies are emerging to solve age-old risks associated with water supply and sprinkler system backflow devices.

The Series LF009 features a flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert technology to detect excessive water discharges from the relief valve.

National Backflow Prevention Day is held annually on Aug. 16.

Pressure monitoring capability is now standard on Watts large diameter (2 1/2” or larger) Series LF007 and LF709 backflow preventers with NRS gate valves for non-fire applications.