As rapid urbanization around the globe continues to spur construction of high-rise residential and commercial structures, hospitals, schools and other buildings — an expected 2.4 billion more people will live in urban areas by 2050 with over 90 percent of them in Africa and Asia — applying the strictest safety measures for fire protection is paramount to safeguarding life and property.

In the remote dry Southwest, where water scarcity and escalating demand are daily issues faced by homeowners, third generation Goulds Water Technology professional Kevin Cunningham is finding new uses for Goulds Water Technology variable speed and constant pressure systems.

Agriculture is by far the largest user of water – up to 70% of all fresh water consumption is for irrigation. Water has many other agricultural purposes such as washing stations, misters, or drinking water for livestock. In fact, horses consume up to 15 gallons of water per day.