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.

General Pipe Cleaners’ Flood-Guard helps protect property in flood-prone locations.

To limit the negative impact of a failed auxiliary drain, AGF created the model 5900FE FLOOD ELIMINATOR. 

Taking a holistic view of the plumbing situation after a flood is the best plan before getting to work. This will help assess the situation, prioritize the solutions and resolve any issues more effectively.

Industry members aid in rescue, relief efforts after Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

The storm is blamed for at least eight deaths since making landfall on Friday, Aug. 25.

There are hydronic design concepts in which flow must pass backward through a non-operating circulator, perhaps thousands of times over the life of the system.

Flow reversal is possible in a P/S system, but is it practical?