The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has officially opened online registration and housing for the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), the largest annual light construction trade show in the world. 

Joanna Carter, now president of Flex-Hose Co., shares how the U.S.-based manufacturer is leading with quality, innovation, and domestic craftsmanship—offering patented hose and expansion joint solutions, advanced training, and unmatched customer support.

Austin’s tallest building, the 74-story Waterline, uses PEX and CPVC piping to boost energy efficiency, cut installation costs by 20%, and meet LEED Gold goals—earning Project of the Year honors.

Brian Armstrong explores how smart design, digital controls, and a Water Safety Management Plan can keep hot water systems safe, efficient, and free from Legionella.

Still relying on rules of thumb for hot water return design? Engineer Ray Schwalbe walks through a data-driven method for sizing pumps and piping using real heat loss calculations — offering a smarter, more efficient way to keep hot water flowing when and where it's needed.

What does it take to build the world’s first stadium for a professional women’s soccer team? At CPKC Stadium, sustainable plumbing, smart drainage, and innovative design come together to redefine game day — and green building — in Kansas City.

From MAS*H units to AI-enhanced field hospitals, the evolution of battlefield medicine raises one urgent question: are we truly prepared for the next medical crisis?

When Legionella strikes, emergency flushing and disinfection of a building’s water systems isn’t just critical—it’s the first line of defense against a deadly outbreak.

Idle pallets may seem harmless, but without proper sprinkler system design, they can become the most dangerous fire hazard in your building—here’s how the 2025 NFPA 13 addresses that risk.