WATER WORRIES

Don’t tap out on water savings

Water conservation is crucial during a drought, but it’s most effective in the prevention of droughts and water shortages.

Most of us are familiar with behavioural changes we can make to conserve water; for example, turning off the tap after soaping up hands and before rinsing. However, just as we can learn good habits, we can also fall back on old habits.

When faced with climate change and water shortages throughout the country, we need a guaranteed method of conserving water. We can consistently conserve water by integrating these ideas into the design of our homes:

1. Choose water efficient appliances and tapware

Water efficiency labels makes choosing water efficient appliances and tapware a nobrainer. As you would expect, the more stars displayed, the more efficient the product. If switching out your tapware isn’t an option, attach a tap aerator wherever possible. They’re easy to install and inexpensive.

2. Match your tapware to your hot water pressure system

Leaving the tap on and waiting for the water to reach the right temperature is a big water waster. You might leave the tap on longer than necessary if your tapware and pressure system don’t match. Before purchasing new tapware,

KemPress KPS2 Tool

The KPS2 tool is the smallest and lightest tool in the range, suitable for pressing up to DN32 in copper and 28mm Stainless Steel fittings (using KemPress EN Stainless Steel jaws). Equipped with V profile KemPress jaws suitable for press fittings manufactured to Australian Standard AS3688, the KPS2’s compact design means you can comfortably operate it with one hand.

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KPS2 for copper press fittings up to DN32 KPL3 for copper press fittings up to DN100 check the label and be sure it matches your pressure system. If you’re unhappy with your current pressure system, a plumber can change it for you but be sure to switch your tapware accordingly.

3. Place your hot water cylinder strategically

When building a home, you should strategically place your hot water cylinder so that the distance between your cylinder and hot water access points are minimal. Hot water access points usually include the bathroom, kitchen and laundry. Decreasing the distance between the cylinder and access

points also decreases the time and water wasted while waiting for the water to reach temperature.

Although changing our behaviour to conserve water is a good thing, there’s still room for human error. Nevertheless, water efficient appliances, tapware and design can guarantee water savings without it being at the

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MM Kembla’s KemPress ® battery powered hydraulic press tools suitable for use on AS3688 press fittings are the lightest and smartest tools on the market with a patented one hand operation and long maintenance intervals. Their ergonomical and lightweight slim line design makes long hours of pressing a breeze and are especially practical when pressing in tight spaces. The latest KemPress tool models are equipped with Bluetooth connectivity so you can track your press and tool performance anytime using the NovoCheck app and your smart phone or tablet. KemPress tools are available in 2 models to press fittings sizes from DN15 up to DN100.

KemPress KPL3 Tool

The KPL3 tool packs the punch of 32 kN of piston force and Brushless Motor technology in a compact, slim and lightweight design that is suitable for pressing up to DN100 in copper and 54mm Stainless Steel fittings (using KemPress EN Stainless Steel jaws). Equipped with V profile KemPress jaws and collars suitable for press fittings manufactured to Australian Standard AS3688, the KPL3 provides you with the flexibility and performance to press the entire range of KemPress fittings.

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