The Copper Industry has produced the updated version of the Hydraulic Services Design Guide to help you day to day. This is available online as an electronic version or if you would like a printed copy please email your request to plumbing@copper.com.au. *Whilst care has been taken in preparing this document and application based on the […]
The Plumbers Handbook
The International Copper Association Australia, in conjunction with MM Kembla is proud to issue the tenth edition of The Plumbers Handbook providing information on copper plumbing and installation methods. Click below for an interactive version of The Plumbers Handbook – Updated February 2023 The Plumbers Handbook 10th Edition 2023
Always Under Pressure
Designers and plumbers must consider water pressure and flow together when providing a water service. – says John Fennell Water Pressure Requirements Water pressure within a commercial or residential building should be in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 being not less than 50kPa and not more than 500kPa within a building. Ideally pressure at outlets should […]
“Responsible Copper” Is Here
The ‘Copper Mark’ seal means copper produced to meet the highest standards and that’s about to be a big deal says John Fennell. Plumbers and home owners may not think much about the copper pipes they’re using apart from price and quality, but that’s about to change. A new standard called “Copper Mark” is expected […]
Copper Pipe Sizing App
The Copper Pipe Sizing App was developed by Ken Sutherland as an easy tool to assist in the correct sizing of copper tubes for residential applications. They can run on any computer or smart mobile device. Both the Free and Pro versions of the app are available at: https://waterpipesize.com.au
Pipe Sizing Spreadsheet
The Pipe Sizing Spreadsheet was developed by Peter Wenning to be used in conjunction, and based on the book by Barrie Smith “Selection and sizing of copper tubes for water piping systems”. There is both the Excel Spreadsheet and a Pipe Sizing Guide at the links below. More information on the use of the spreadsheet […]
Introduction to Professional Plumbing Skills – Updated Feb 2021
“An Introduction to Professional Plumbing Skills” has been developed by the International Copper Associaton Australia Ltd, with the help of Cliff Hensby, John Williamson of MM Kembla Tube and Fittings and representatives of various TAFE Plumbing Schools. 6961_TAFE-MANUAL-CDC 2021 update
Hydraulic Health Services Design
This 350-page technical manual is designed to assist the Hydraulic Services Designer with the task of resolving the specialised design requirements of hydraulic services for health care buildings. Written by leading plumbing consultant, DW Creasey, the design notes are based on his 60 year industry experience. Readers are introduced to new ways of approaching design […]
Hydraulic Services Design Guide (Asian Edition)
A New and Exciting Contemporary E-Design Guide on the Fundamentals for Plumbing Services. This EN1057 version of the Guide has been developed in Australia due to the strong market leadership of Australian manufacturers in Asia where this copper tube standard is so widely specified. The ICAA are proud to support the training of professional designers […]
