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FPE Corner

Preventing Issues with CPVC Fire Protection Installations

Use only compatible products, offer proper contractor training and maintain strict adherence to manufacturer guidelines to ensure long-term system performance and safety.
February 2, 2026

Lici Resch explores the 50-year legacy of CPVC in fire protection, debunking flammability myths while highlighting the critical need for chemical compatibility and expert installation to ensure system longevity.


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Code Classroom

The History of U.S. Model Code Development

Multiple organizations still publish separate plumbing and mechanical codes and standards, resulting in ongoing complexity for design professionals and code officials.
February 2, 2026
Ron George
Columnist Ron George traces the evolution of U.S. model building codes from their regional roots to the current push for industry-wide harmonization as the 2027 editions near completion.
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Feature

Designing Modular Geothermal and Hydronic Systems for Simpler, Lower-Risk Installation

Standardized, repeatable designs can scale innovation and make geothermal systems a mainstream solution for sustainable building design.
January 5, 2026
Albert Wallace

This article explores how modular design, hydraulic separation, and advanced controls can transform geothermal systems from incremental efficiency gains into scalable, high-performance solutions for commercial and residential buildings.


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Feature

Implementing Onsite Water Reuse Using the Risk-Based Framework, Part 1

A case study on the Mission Rock neighborhood — San Francisco’s first district-scale blackwater treatment system.
January 5, 2026

This case study explores how a risk-based, multi-barrier blackwater treatment system at San Francisco’s Mission Rock meets stringent microbial log reduction targets to enable safe, large-scale onsite non-potable water reuse.


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Geothermal HVAC

The Architect and the Inheritance: How Dr. James Bose’s Vision Made the Geothermal Boom Possible

Today’s geothermal professionals are addressing large-scale decarbonization projects worldwide, marking a collective inheritance and commitment to advancing the industry’s future.
January 5, 2026
Jay Egg

The 2025 Geothermal Rising Conference marked a turning point for geothermal energy, honoring Dr. James Bose’s legacy while showcasing how heat pump innovation is powering a scalable, decarbonized future.


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Collaborative Health Care Design

ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 Water for the Processing of Medical Devices

The standard helps plumbing engineers design one of the most critical water systems in a hospital.
January 5, 2026

This article explains why ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 has become a de facto enforceable standard and offers practical design guidance for plumbing engineers to ensure compliant water systems in hospital sterile processing departments.


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FPE Corner

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Sprinkler Protection of Storage Occupancies, Part 2

High-piled storage protection is an intimidating task. However, by breaking it down into simpler steps, it becomes a much easier path to a confident, accurate design.
January 5, 2026

This in-depth guide breaks down NFPA 13 requirements for high-piled storage, helping fire protection designers confidently select the right sprinkler systems for complex storage occupancies.


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Code Classroom

Rotary’s Global Impact: Plumbing Solutions for Health and Sustainability, Part 2

Through initiatives like Sewing Seeds of Hope and partnerships with programs such as Days for Girls, the international group helps young women stay in school and gain skills for self-sufficiency.
January 5, 2026
Ron George

From building schools to empowering women and improving health care, Rotary International’s Ghana mission highlights sustainable education, economic development, and life-changing support for children and families.


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ASPE Seeks Presentation Proposals for 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo

December 11, 2025

Presentations should be geared toward beginner, intermediate, or advanced learners and can be a single speaker or panel discussion.


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Feature

2025 Plumbing Engineer of the Year: Karl Caouette

Congratulations to Karl Caouette, CPD, Plumbing Technical Director at Henderson Engineers, an empathetic, technical leader.
December 11, 2025
Amalia Deligiannis

From an aspiring architect to Plumbing Engineer of the Year, Karl Caouette shares how mentorship, technical passion and a people-first mindset shaped his remarkable career in plumbing engineering.


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