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International Microorganism Day

Why should microbes have their own day? More information here

Six in hospital with suspected Legionnaires’ disease in West Bromwich

Six people are receiving hospital treatment for suspected Legionnaires’ disease, Public Health England said. Read the full article here

Christchurch researchers trying to reduce risk for Legionnaires’ disease, make gardening products safer

Warmer spring weather has arrived in New Zealand, which means the deadly Legionnaires’ disease season has begun. Read the full article here

Health investigation underway after Legionnaires’ disease cluster found in New Westminster

While everyone may be preoccupied with COVID-19, a local health authority reported that a small cluster of cases of a different kind of illness has been found in Metro Vancouver. Read the full article here

Legionella in Busto Arsizio, 16 confirmed cases and one death: analysis on the water of the houses

Alarm legionella in Busto Arsizio. According to what was declared by the Lombardy Region Welfare Councilor Giulio Gallera, there are sixteen cases ascertained in Busto Arsizio, in the province of Varese. A person died from the disease caused by the bacterium. Read the full article here

Two hospital wards were shut after deadly bacteria found in water

Legionella bacteria can cause a form of pneumonia called Legionnaire’s disease. Read the full article here

SNIPEF warns of Legionella dangers as water systems are restarted in post-COVID return to work

As the severity of the threat of COVID-19 diminishes and workers in hotels, offices, leisure facilities and other buildings begin the gradual return to work, trade association SNIPEF has warned of another threat looming on the horizon which, if left untreated, could have deadly consequences. Read the full article here

Water resources planning guideline: proposed update

Open consultation Summary We want your comments on the draft water company water resources planning guideline. This consultation closes at 11:45pm on 2nd October 2020 Read the full article here

Elevated Levels Of Legionella Found In Fox Chapel Schools Serves As Reminder For All Districts

From the water fountains to the bathroom sinks — school districts in our area are scrambling to test the water. Read the full article here

Montreal health authorities ask doctors to look out for legionnaires’ disease after scattered cases emerge

Montreal’s public health department is asking doctors to look out for instances of legionnaires’ disease after seven cases were discovered in southwest Montreal over the last six weeks. Read the full article here

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Diary Dates & Events

Grime Scene

ANNOUNCING OUR NEW GRIME SCENE COMPETITION:

Following on from the successful Grime Scene competition, we have decided to continue the theme for another year, but with a twist. This year, we are asking for photographs of the grimiest pictures you can find accompanied with another photograph of how the ‘scene’ has been improved by your maintenance or cleaning.


We will display the photographs in each of the Waterline editions throughout 2024. The ‘most improved’ picture will be chosen by WMSoc members via an online vote. The winner will receive a £25 Amazon Gift Voucher after the Winter 2024/25 edition has been published.


Please send your photographs to:
waterline@wmsoc.org.uk.


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Product & Service Spotlight

Introducing B & V Chemicals' new film forming amines for closed circuits and steam boilers.

Product Launch: Film forming amines.

This all-in-one solution offers low-dose, cost-effective treatment. Improves heat transfer efficiency by removing corrosion deposits, leading to cleaner surfaces. Enhances energy and resource efficiency by reducing Total Dissolved Solids (TDS). The stable film provided by polyamines ensures superior corrosion control, promoting longer equipment lifespan.

Plus - environmentally friendly, offering a greener alternative to traditional treatments.

Contact us on ownlabel@bvwater.co.uk for further information.

How the NEW SolidTek® Biocide Feeder Package will BENEFIT YOU

SolidTek® has launched its NEW Biocide Feeder which is functional, compact, and environmentally-friendly.

Designed for use with SolidTek’s® enhanced bromine biocide, BromTek, it offers multiple benefits:

SAFER
Reduced exposure to fumes and bromine dust (non-pressurised system).

EFFECTIVE
Use with field proven mixed hydantoin biocide - better performance than standard bromine tablets.

COMPACT
Wall mounted reducing footprint of installation.

QUICK & EASY
Charge with product in under 5 minutes without isolation from the system.
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Lovibond MD640 Photometer (PTSA & Fluorescein capable)
Product Spotlight Drop Test Kits

How many times have you heard … ‘we’re not sure what the system volume is’. A common problem which can be expensive - wasting chemical over dosing, or underdosing so the treatment is ineffective (i.e. shock dosing a biocide). The MD640 photometer has PTSA & Fluorescein capability built in. Simply use our System Checkers to add to an unknown system and read a PTSA or Fluorescein levels to accurately identify the system volume.

The Hydrosense PRO range
Hydrosense

The Hydrosense PRO range pioneers Legionella pneumophila detection, the cause of over 97% of Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks, by identifying all the serogroups 1-15 of this dangerous Legionella species. This easy-to-use, highly sensitive test uses unique filtration, offering a three-line test result that distinguishes between serogroup 1 and serogroups 2-15 within 25 minutes. The water test has a level of detection of 100 CFU/L and swab tests detect 200 CFU per swabbed area, providing crucial, rapid insights for water safety management.