Plumbing/Washrooms

It would take until the mid-19th century before young America would develop reasonably efficient water and sewage systems, according to the "History of Plumbing in America". But, American industry made up for lost time: Such insight and innovation eventually resulted in the creation of hea...

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Published in:Buildings 2006-04, Vol.100 (4), p.73
Main Author: Monroe, Linda K
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Architecture
Bathrooms
Buildings
Construction
Efficiency
Facilities management
History
Plumbing
Plumbing fixtures
Product development
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Summary:It would take until the mid-19th century before young America would develop reasonably efficient water and sewage systems, according to the "History of Plumbing in America". But, American industry made up for lost time: Such insight and innovation eventually resulted in the creation of health and safety standards that are still unsurpassed today. The year 1906 was when North Hollywood, CA-based Bobrick Washroom Equipment Inc was launched. In 1946, William S. Louchheim purchased Bobrick and began championing a decades-long introduction of non-proprietary dispensers and washroom accessories to the public. High-durability fixtures and the advent of touch-free technologies have come a long way in terms of looks and performance.
ISSN:0007-3725
2471-3112