Backwater Valves
What Are Backwater Valves? A backwater valve is a one way flow control valve installed in a drainage system, that under normal conditions allows the […]
What Are Backwater Valves? A backwater valve is a one way flow control valve installed in a drainage system, that under normal conditions allows the […]
What Is A Cross Connection? Any existing or potential connection to a potable water system that could allow harmful or unwanted substances into the system.
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PVB (Pressure vacuum breaker) is designed to prevent back-siphonage of contaminated water into a potable system. Often PVB’s are used as fixture isolation with an
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Water Supply Backflow Preventers The backflow preventers shown below are the most common types used to protect water distribution systems from cross connections caused by
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DCVA (double check valve assembly) – is a backflow preventer suitable for a moderate hazard. The DCVA is an excellent backflow preventer, but unlike the
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RP (Reduced pressure principle backflow preventer); is the highest level of protection by mechanical means, for protection from backflow. May also be called an RPZ
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There are several types of backflow test equipment available from multiple manufacturers, but they will all get the job done. Illustrated is the Watts line
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To become a Certified Backflow Tester, you will have to take a course lasting a minimum of 30 hours. These courses are controlled and operated
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A certified backflow prevention assembly tester is required to perform all testing and repairs to backflow preventers that he/she is hired to maintain, and will
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