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The Future is Now

Adaptation in America

We need to modify our homes and businesses for resilience to defend against health threats and intense weather events.

October 5, 2021

) It wasn’t enough that havoc from the global pandemic has continued for more than 18 months and despite vaccines, seems as if it could push well beyond two years.

FPE Corner

Resolving ESFR Sprinkler Obstruction Challenges

The findings of an industry research project were used as the basis for code changes to the 2022 edition of NFPA 13.

October 5, 2021

Early suppression fast response sprinkler (ESFR) technology was introduced in the late 1980s.

Code Classroom

The Continuing Scald Problem in Plumbing Systems, Part 2

While water heater design might be adjusted to help avoid scalding injuries, it is only one part of a domestic hot water system.

October 5, 2021

Ron George

A safe domestic hot water system relies upon a good design, including piping layout and selection and placement of equipment.

2021 ASPE Tech Symposium Breaks Attendance Record

October 4, 2021

Attendance reached an all-time high for this biennial event (610+ total attendees), eclipsing the previous attendance record in 2019 in Pittsburgh.

ASPE Honors Chapters and Members for Contributions to the Plumbing Engineering Industry

October 4, 2021

During the 2021 ASPE Tech Symposium Lunch and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 25, at the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley, ASPE recognized numerous local chapters and members for their contributions to the Society and the plumbing engineering industry over the past year.

ASHRAE, AABC, ACG and EMA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

October 1, 2021

The agreement specifies the path forward and defines parameters by which the organizations will work cooperatively to promote the advancement of emerging research and technologies to support a more sustainable built environment.

IMEG Corp. Wins National ACEC Grand Conceptor Award

September 29, 2021

Presented annually by The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), the Grand Conceptor Award honors the year’s most outstanding engineering achievement in the U.S.

Adrian McDermott Joins Ware Malcomb as Director of Design

September 16, 2021

In his new role, McDermott will assist in the growth and evolution of the firm's national design platform, specifically within the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast regions.