Recent projects undertaken by Whitewater Technologies include:

• Expert witness on microbially influenced corrosion in cold water pipework on a luxury motor yacht. Preparation of ongoing actions to prevent this occurring again.
• Expert witness work on microbiological influenced corrosion in cold water pipework on contamination and biofilm formation within a closed systems, in particular during pre-commissioning stages and domestic supply pipework of new builds. This has included the impact of micro-organisms on system corrosion. Advice includes the preparation of an expert response report for use at arbitration. Attendance as an expert witness for microbiology and water quality at arbitration.
• Expert witness on the source and cause of microbiological contamination and biofilm formation within a hired hot tub which caused Pseudomonas infections and illness.
• Expert witness on microbiological contamination and biofilm formation within a closed systems, in particular during pre-commissioning stages and domestic supply pipework of new builds. This has included the impact of micro-organisms on system corrosion. Advice includes the preparation of an expert response report for use at arbitration. Attendance as an expert witness for microbiology and water quality at arbitration.
• Expert adviser on microbiological contamination and biofilm formation within a closed system and domestic supply pipework of a new build within a hospital complex. This has included the impact of micro-organisms on system corrosion. Advice includes identifying the source of micro-organisms, how to remove these and also how to prevent ongoing microbial contamination during commissioning of the system in accordance with BSRIA guidelines.
• Biocide regulatory consultant, including training seminars on biocides both at National Level and also for BPD Globally to ensure compliance under product types 2, 8 and 9 and treated articles.
• Regulatory consultant to include data compilation and submission for companies seeking insecticide and repellent registrations.
• Expert adviser and assessor for microbial biofilms and associated corrosion in closed loop systems and domestic water supplies in a new build critical care hospital unit.
• Consultant and writer for a biocidal wash company to assist with the overall improvement of the website scientific data.
• Expert adviser and assessor for industrial microbial contamination including Legionella to prevent exposure and possible outbreaks of hazardous pathogens.
• Expert adviser for legal representatives of a building firm defending claims of ill health from residents of a renovated property due to contaminated water supplies and suspected microbial contamination.
• Expert adviser for a large building company on microbial induced corrosion on the pipe-work throughout a dwelling thought to be associated with corrosion inducing bacteria.
• Expert adviser on microbiological contamination and biofilm formation within the washwater systems of an insulation manufacturing company. This included the impact of micro-organisms on system corrosion. Advice included the types of biocides required to reduce microbial problems and to prevent Legionella outbreaks.
• Expert adviser on microbiological contamination and biofilm formation within the pre-treatment and E-coat systems within the automotive industry.
• Expert adviser for the effect of microbial induced corrosion on fire sprinkler pipe-work systems through a London office complex.
• Consultant to a copolymer biocide company, involving writing company literature and technical support at customer premises. Assisting with product launch into the medical, leisure and food industry.
• Co-ordinator and consultant to insecticide product manufacturers to assist with biocide products directive interpretation and product applications.
• Expert adviser on the effects of microbial induced corrosion on surfaces of pipes throughout a hospital water supply.
• Expert adviser on the effects of microbial induced corrosion on the pipework throughout a Scottish manor house.
• Expert adviser and data interpretation for microbial content within bottled water for media use.
• Expert adviser on the effect of microbial induced corrosion on pipework systems through a national library.
• Product development for silver technology within a range of applications to prevent MRSA.
• Expert witness on the effect of microbial induced corrosion on a processing plant and the role played by the failure to apply biocide to the system.
• Assistance in end user interviews for use of biocides in marine antifouling paints and the plastics market for the updating of a globally syndicated series of reports entitled ‘Specialty Biocides’ for Kline Group.
• Market review and regulatory advice for a range of biocide activities designated for the industrial surface coatings market.
• Assist with microbiological analysis and data interpretation for analysis carried out on domestic pipework to establish the presence of biofilms and associated corrosion issues.
• Technical consultancy and biocide development for the reduction of microbial biofilms within a recirculating water spray booth application in the automotive industry.
• Technical brochure and bulletin writing/editing for a leading biocide manufacturer.
• Technical advice on the use of surface active ingredients in ceramic glazes, including development of microbiological testing regimes appropriate for simulating end-use applications
• Solving microbiological problems within the textile industry where borehole water microbiological populations are being destructive to processing
• Assessment and promotion of a new environmentally friendly, fully biodegradable flame retardant for use in a wide range of application areas
• Completion of registration applications to the Health & Safety Executive for new product launches, including pesticide registrations and clarification of biocide presence on the proposed annex list
• Textile effluent treatment to reduce colour and suspended solids using a patented clarifying system.
• Review of biocide registrations for select markets and microbiological experimentation for identifying appropriate biocides for the preservation of educational paints
• Practical advice for the improvements in effluent treatment at adhesive and ceramic manufacturing plants
• Technical advice and treatment regime for the removal of algal blooms from industrial water systems used to wash aggregate materials
• Technical advice on the removal of heavy metals from industrial effluents
• Technical advice on the differentiation of farm and brewery effluents entering a common water course
• Market surveys for the use of biocides in sealants, adhesives and paint preservation
• Technical advice on microbial problems associated with container sterilisation at a recycling unit
• Technical guidance and treatment of effluent in a paper coating plant to improve water quality and to reduce odours associated with microbiological flora in separated sludge during water clarification processes
• Textile preservation for the prevention of mould and bacterial growth
• Evaluation of microbial problems associated with effluent in a carpet manufacturing plant
• Improvement of plant hygiene and product preservation for an adhesive manufacturer
• Expert adviser on microbiological contamination and algal formation within a recirculating water system in public fountains and recommending ongoing treatment regimes