At the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of last year, Facets of Austin’s management team had to make some difficult decisions.

No current code requirements specify a W rating, but it is something project owners and stakeholders have asked for over time.

A continued summary of significant revisions of the International Plumbing Code to be published in the 2021 edition: fixture traps, fixture drain connections, roof drain performance, reclaimed water soil absorption and manholes.

PTI pipe insulation passes rigorous testing assuring that the products will not corrode copper, aluminum, or steel pipe.

The increase affects residential, aftermarket OEM and light commercial products.

Mirza brings to the company extensive experience in product management for large and diverse product portfolios across several industry verticals and global markets.

Upon closing, the acquisition will expand Bradford White's portfolio of commercial electric products to help satisfy a wider variety of customers and prepare for the ongoing adoption of electrification initiatives by communities throughout North America.

Lohr's primary responsibilities will be to identify long-term, high-impact technical projects, assume leadership roles on industry research efforts and represent IAPMO at diverse industry venues.

The association has promoted Gaby Davis to chief administrative officer and Tom Palkon to chief technical services officer.

The council is forecasting three commercial building trends that will see significant growth in 2021.