In this section you will find a range of brief, informative and easy-to-read news articles which provide commentary and updates for across the solids handlings industry. Often the article is provided by one of SPIRAC Group engineer and they are perfect light reading, if you are on public transport or relaxing on the weekend. Grab your device and enjoy read as these articles provide you with a wealth of news at your fingertips.
Join James Petrovski our Senior Sales Engineer, at the WIOA Bendigo Conference & Exhibition, where water industry professionals come together to share knowledge, technology, and best practice across the operations sector.
Operating costs in sludge storage and handling are driven by discharge reliability, minimal maintenance effort, and reduced operator involvement. Conventional sludge silos can struggle with sludge bridging, limited access for inspection, and material build‑up around the silo walls—often resulting in downtime, manual intervention, and increased operating costs.
Die SOLIDS Dortmund findet am 18.–19. März 2026 in der Messehalle Dortmund statt und umfasst die Hallen 4–7. Erwartet werden über 340 Aussteller und mehr als 5.000 Fachbesucher.
The Cambridge Wastewater Treatment Plant in New Zealand is undergoing a significant upgrade to support a growing population and meet increasingly stringent environmental standards. SPIRAC has supplied the complete inlet works package together with a sliding frame sludge silo, and all equipment has now been delivered to site—looking excellent in position.
At SPIRAC, environmental responsibility informs every engineering decision.
As we approach the festive season, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on the year that has passed. 2025 has been a year of growth, innovation, and collaboration, and we couldn’t have done it without the continued support of our clients, partners, and dedicated team members.
SPIRAC is proud to be part of the ongoing upgrade at the Rouse Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant, delivering advanced sludge storage and handling solutions to support efficient operations.
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The Cambridge Wastewater Treatment Plant in New Zealand is undergoing a major upgrade to meet the needs of a growing population and stricter environmental standards.
Five Points that define Our Reliability.