A new study from the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association, conducted by researchers at Drexel University suggests higher flow velocities and smaller diameter plumbing results in better building water quality.

In today’s rapidly evolving plumbing and HVAC/R industry, one message is rising above the rest: collaboration is no longer optional, it’s essential.

This year’s list showcases 58 of the nation’s premier collegiate quarterbacks, including a mix of returning standouts and rising stars.

More than 20 expert-led education sessions and roundtable discussions for the plumbing and HVAC/R industries at CONNECT 2025.
 

Travis owns T.A.P. Plumbing And Heating in Bristol, Connecticut, and shares his 26-plus years of residential, commercial and industrial plumbing experience to thousands of Instagram followers. 

The Certified in Plumbing Design program is the only international credential for plumbing system engineers and designers.

The Backflow Hero Award recognizes those who have made a significant impact in the field of backflow prevention.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 25 showcased the 150,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility, which will house both corporate offices and advanced production lines. 

This highly anticipated event brought together industry professionals to explore the latest products, innovations, and trends.

Proper pipe sizing is more complex than it seems — and oversizing can be just as problematic as undersizing; Lance MacNevin explains how the PPI’s Plastic Pipe Design Calculator helps designers strike the right balance for efficient, safe plumbing systems.