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Former ICC CEO Leads Wildfire Rebuilding Efforts

November 2, 2017

James Lee Witt, former director of FEMA, brings years of emergency management and disaster recovery experience to his new role.

ICC Perspective: New Resource on Combustible Exterior Wall ‘Cladding’ Systems

ICC Perspective: New Resource on Combustible Exterior Wall ‘Cladding’ Systems

October 31, 2017

At this time, no deficiencies have been identified in the IBC regarding cladding, and fire experts agree that the ICC model code and process ensures a reasonable level of safety.

ICC, Jamaica Advance Building Safety

October 31, 2017

Modern, updated codes will help strengthen Jamaica’s infrastructure in light of recent natural disasters.

IAPMO Seeks UMC Factory-Made Air Duct Task Group Members

October 31, 2017

Factory-Made Duct Task Group will review how the term 'factory-made air ducts' is referenced throughout the UMC and to review products that fall under this category.

ASHRAE Publishes 2017 Version Of Thermal Comfort Standard

ASHRAE Publishes 2017 Version Of Thermal Comfort Standard

October 26, 2017

Standard 55-2017 now includes calculations from direct solar radiation.

2017 Nov PE Samuel Dannaway 1

FPE Corner

Honolulu’s Proposed High-Rise Retrofit Ordinance

Recommendations to mandate sprinklering for high-risk buildings provide choice in compliance for owners and put firefighter safety at forefront.

October 25, 2017

Samuel S. Dannaway

In the aftermath of the Marco Polo Fire, Honolulu must redefine fire safety. The Residential Fire Safety Advisory Committee provides recommendations.

IAPMO Solicits Proposals for 2021 UPC, UMC

IAPMO Standards Council to Hear Appeals to 2018 UPC and UMC

October 24, 2017

Written submissions in support or opposition to an appeal must be submitted by Oct. 31.

2017 Nov PE Ron George 1

Code Classroom

Plumbing Systems: A World Away

Codes and standards set us apart as it relates to health and safety.

October 23, 2017

Almost a year of travel abroad has revealed the importance plumbing plays in the health and safety.

Cause of Deadly Marco Polo Fire ‘Undetermined’

Cause of Deadly Marco Polo Fire ‘Undetermined’

October 18, 2017

Honolulu fire investigators know where the high-rise fire started and how it spread, but not what caused it.

2108 AHR Expo to Host Show’s Largest-Ever Education Program

2018 AHR Expo to Host Show’s Largest-Ever Education Program

October 17, 2017

Opportunities include free seminars, professional certifications and continuing education courses.

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