Backflow Prevention Quiz
According to the ASSE International Plumbing Dictionary, working pressure is the maximum pressure in a water piping system allowable under normal working conditions. Likewise,...
Ten Questions With … Steve Webb
In each issue of Working Pressure, we ask 10 questions to a training coordinator or instructor of an ASSE-approved training provider. Some questions are...
Ames 4” Model 3000SS
Question:
I have an Ames 4” Model 3000SS that I’m trying to repair. I was told that the check valves are threaded into the body...
2022 IWSH Awards Recognize Exceptional Volunteers
The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) honored two volunteers for their participation and exceptional contributions to IWSH programs seeking to...
Where Has Time Gone?
"Where has time gone?” I find myself wondering this question as I write my last message as your ASSE International President. The in-person 2022...
Testing Reverse Osmosis Water Efficiency
As the problem of water scarcity and water quality continues to plague the world, more and more people are turning to reverse...
Reverse Osmosis Water Efficiency
In keeping with the theme of this issue, I decided to provide some history and background into the development of ASSE 1086,...
Rainwater Catchment Systems
ASSE depends on the knowledge and expertise of working group members to help us develop comprehensive standards that establish minimum qualifications for...
Finally, Back in Person
Greetings to everyone! I hope you are reading this while enjoying summer with your family and friends. Fall is not too far away, which...
Planting Trees
As someone who has the privilege of teaching cross-connection control and backflow tester certification classes in many different areas of the United...