Case Studies
Gorman-Rupp pumps "don’t miss a beat" for Kingston SE Council
The pumps used for the wastewater pumping operations in the Kingston District Council don't miss a beat, according to the operations manager. [ + ]
Healthcare waste recycling initiative to repurpose IV bags
New Zealand's Southern Cross Healthcare has embraced a recycling initiative in which its IV bags are given new life as a surface cover in children's playgrounds. [ + ]
Tackling plastic waste in health care
With the support of APR Plastics, Recycle Wise has initiated a service previously missing in the healthcare industry. [ + ]
How the perfect blend of tyres and plastic led to a sulfur-free oil
When tyres are broken down, the oil formed normally contains hazardous sulfur-containing compounds, presenting a challenge for the safe upcycling of tyre waste. [ + ]
From glass waste to energy-efficient bricks
Typical brick production produces harmful emissions and puts a strain on natural resources, particularly clay. Australian researchers might have a solution. [ + ]
Transforming pill packaging into fencing
The Vinyl Council of Australia is collaborating with several Australian industry partners to recycle waste PVC pharmaceutical blister packaging. [ + ]
How the Melbourne Cup joined the circular economy
The 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival has provided the opportunity for two organisations to partner to reduce waste while also contributing to the community. [ + ]
Eco nappies could release nutrients into the earth
Researchers are developing sustainable sanitary products made from food waste that can either be flushed down the toilet or composted to fertilise crops. [ + ]
Designing a mine hoist that runs on its own energy
The mining industry has come one step closer to sustainability thanks to an innovative idea from an Australian underground mining hoist company. [ + ]
Council leaves paper in the past
Newcastle City Council has transitioned to a digital solution by TechnologyOne, making a big saving on time, money and paper in the process. [ + ]
Gippsland Water eliminates pump blockages at Morwell WWTP
At its Morwell Waste Water Treatment Plant, Gippsland Water has used two Gorman Rupp Ultra V series 3″ pumps as the inlet works pumps for the plant. [ + ]
Remote control for water and wastewater in Hawke's Bay, NZ
Ovarro's Kingfisher CP-35 remote RTUs were chosen by Hastings District Council and Napier City Council, both located in Hawke's Bay, on New Zealand's North Island. [ + ]
Aussie innovation turns waste into energy 'gold'
New technology that turns waste into reusable goods for energy and agricultural applications is a step closer to commercialisation, following rigorous trials. [ + ]
Giving sewage sludge a second life
A team of scientists from the University of Córdoba has transformed sewage sludge into activated carbon, a material with useful industrial applications. [ + ]
Eco bus-cleaning trial proves a success
Australian bus operator Busways was searching for a sustainable set of detergents to replace the traditional heavy cleaners used in its depots. [ + ]
