Codes & Standards

The Future is Now

Welcome to the Clean Energy Age

Designing zero-energy or near-zero-energy buildings is becoming more mainstream in some areas of the country.

November 3, 2018

Low-energy, zero-energy, energy-positive and passive-house buildings are being built by the thousands across North America.

Code Classroom

ASSE Hot Water Temperature Control Devices

Anti-scalding and control of Legionella growth take center stage.

November 3, 2018

Ron George

Scalding hot water from fixture faucets and fittings accounts for more than 25 percent of all scald burns in children. The elderly and the physically impaired also are at increased risk of scald burns because they have thinner skin and slower reactions. They often cannot recognize a hazard and get out of harm’s way before a serious burn can occur.

FPE Corner

2019 Editions of NFPA 20 and NFPA 14

Code changes for stationary pumps and standpipe/hose systems.

November 3, 2018

Samuel S. Dannaway

The National Fire Protection Association Standards Council issued the 2019 edition of NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, with an effective date of May 24, 2018.

IAPMO Selected to Pursue National Adoption of ISO 30500

October 31, 2018

ISO 30500 standard specifies general safety and performance requirements for design and testing, as well as sustainability considerations, for non-sewered sanitation systems.

ICC Gives Initial Approval of Mass Timber Code Proposals

October 31, 2018

The 14 code changes proposal will face a full ICC vote in November.

IAPMO Solicits Proposals for 2021 Solar, Swimming Pool Codes

October 30, 2018

All proposals recommending new text, revised text, or the deletion of text must be written in legislative format and clearly state the reason behind the recommendation.