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A Faster Way to Find Crossflow Problems

Point-of-use mixing valves with built-in visual indicators and serviceable components are simplifying troubleshooting and repairs.
July 1, 2026

Ask any facility manager or plumber, and they’ll tell you that identifying and fixing crossflow issues is one of the challenges that costs them significant time and effort on the job.


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Retrofitting Backflow Preventers Without Undercutting Sprinkler Performance

Adding a new backflow preventer to an older system may negatively impact fire protection system performance. Here are some best practices to ensure existing sprinkler systems operate as intended when adding backflow preventers.
July 1, 2026
Christopher Culp, PE, CET

Some existing systems were never hydraulically calculated. Some were designed around pipe schedules. Some have little or no remaining safety margin. Add a backflow preventer without understanding the available water supply, system demand and device pressure loss, and a system that once appeared adequate may fail to deliver.


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ASPE September MedGas Workshop Heads to Atlanta

June 24, 2026

Taught by MedGas expert Mark Allen, the workshop provides the 32 hours of training needed to take the ASSE 6060: Medical Gas Systems Designer exam.


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ASPE Announces 2026 Convention & Expo Technical Education Program

June 11, 2026

During the 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo in Oklahoma City this fall, industry experts will present dynamic technical education sessions designed to increase the skills and career opportunities of attendees.


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Avoiding Disaster When Using Closely Spaced Tees

Simple, parallel-piping strategies and careful design review ensure that systems look good and function reliably.
June 1, 2026
Cody Mack

Have you looked long enough at a job to realize that despite how much pride was put into appearance, it wasn’t going to work well or at all?


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DHW Temperature Control: Designing for Scald Protection and Legionella Risk

Other recommendations include proper mixing valves, adequate disinfectant residuals and flushing/cleaning maintenance to manage biofilm and stagnation.
June 1, 2026
Ron George

Designing a safe domestic hot water system requires balancing the need for high distribution temperatures to prevent Legionella growth with code-compliant temperature controls to eliminate the risk of scalding at the fixture.


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Engineering Water Safety: The New Intersection of Sustainability and Infection Prevention

Sustainable plumbing design in healthcare has evolved, emphasizing intelligent water management to conserve water and minimize infection.
May 4, 2026

Learn how to balance water conservation with infection control by implementing intelligent plumbing design and management strategies in healthcare environments.


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Elevated Hot Water Temperatures: Balancing Legionella Control, Scald Prevention and Professional Liability

Plumbing designers are expected to recognize known risks, apply industry standards appropriately and design systems that balance competing hazards in a defensible way.
May 4, 2026

Learn how plumbing engineers must balance the conflicting risks of Legionella control and scald prevention by applying ASSE standards to meet the modern professional standard of care.


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Registration Open for 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo

April 22, 2026

Registration is open for the 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo, offering education, networking and access to the latest plumbing system design innovations.


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International Code Council Invites Broad Stakeholder Participation in Data Center Guideline Initiative

April 10, 2026

ICC is bringing together regulators, designers, builders and operators through its G12 – Data Center Guideline to align best practices and address key building safety issues.


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