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Pioneering Change in Plumbing Engineering

ASPE Convention & Expo meetings, awards and appointments showcase profession’s growth potential.

November 3, 2018

In 2015, The American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) laid out a two-year strategic blueprint for the society that included seven key goals.

Code Classroom

ASSE Hot Water Temperature Control Devices

Anti-scalding and control of Legionella growth take center stage.

November 3, 2018

Ron George

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Scalding hot water from fixture faucets and fittings accounts for more than 25 percent of all scald burns in children. The elderly and the physically impaired also are at increased risk of scald burns because they have thinner skin and slower reactions. They often cannot recognize a hazard and get out of harm’s way before a serious burn can occur.

FPE Corner

2019 Editions of NFPA 20 and NFPA 14

Code changes for stationary pumps and standpipe/hose systems.

November 3, 2018

Samuel S. Dannaway

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The National Fire Protection Association Standards Council issued the 2019 edition of NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, with an effective date of May 24, 2018.

HARDI Announces New HVAC Curriculum for Online Training Platform

November 2, 2018

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The six-course curriculum aims to to better equip HARDI members in their hiring and onboarding process.

IPEX Joins ASPE's Affiliate Sponsor Program

November 1, 2018

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ASPE's Affiliate Sponsors comprise a group of manufacturers and service providers that are essential in helping plumbing engineers design technologically advanced plumbing systems.

PPI Introduces Online PEX Design Course

November 1, 2018

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PPI Building and Construction Director of Engineering Lance MacNevin narrates the one-hour course.

Green Business Certification Announces 2018 LEED Fellows

October 31, 2018

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The 25 fellows are LEED Professionals at the top of their fields in green building design, engineering and development.

IAPMO Selected to Pursue National Adoption of ISO 30500

October 31, 2018

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ISO 30500 standard specifies general safety and performance requirements for design and testing, as well as sustainability considerations, for non-sewered sanitation systems.

ICC Gives Initial Approval of Mass Timber Code Proposals

October 31, 2018

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The 14 code changes proposal will face a full ICC vote in November.

IAPMO Solicits Proposals for 2021 Solar, Swimming Pool Codes

October 30, 2018

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All proposals recommending new text, revised text, or the deletion of text must be written in legislative format and clearly state the reason behind the recommendation.