Current codes call for the installation of fire sprinklers in many instances in new construction, but there are still many cases where sprinklers are not required. 

Read this month’s BF Nagy column to learn about ASHRAE Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols (in Buildings) to reduce the risk of airborne disease transmission, such as SARS-COV-2 virus, the flu virus and other pathogens in buildings. Also, discover heat batteries and how they can help with decarbonization. 

As this publication celebrates 50 years of educating plumbing professionals about codes and standards, Ron George focuses attention on how five decades of those codes and standards have shaped the plumbing systems we have today.

The Building Science and Technology conference takes place March 2024 in Austin.

Carrier is building upon its support of the global youth robotics organization FIRST, with a $250,000 sponsorship.     

The company has announced that its popular three-part webinar series "Building Envelope and the Impact on the HVAC System" is now available in its entirety on the Armstrong Webinar Library.

For more than a decade, the CircuitSolver thermostatic balancing valve has helped plumbing engineers and contractors overcome the challenges inherent in manual balancing valves. This Q&A explains how the valve was developed and how it has evolved.

Belowgrade spaces are susceptible to excess water, which is a big problem for building owners. Sump pumps are essential to reduce water damage and mold, but must occupy the smallest space possible while operating quietly. One equipped with a diaphragm switch often overcomes many space issues while providing reliable operation.

Plumbing engineers must consider many things when designing a high-rise building’s hot water heating and supply system. Understanding the different piping systems and using industry best practices will assist in a successful project.