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FPE Corner

Protecting Your Assets from Fire and Freezing

The use of UL-listed antifreezes helps meet the intent of NFPA freeze protection requirements.

November 1, 2021

The use of UL-listed antifreezes helps meet the intent of NFPA freeze protection requirements and the requirement of using an agency-listed antifreeze in both new and existing systems.

Code Classroom

Administrative Provisions in the Technical Codes

Simply referring to these sections may not be sufficient to answer the question of who bears liability for scald burn injuries.

November 1, 2021

Ron George

The international codes — plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, building, residential and property maintenance — each contains, in the beginning, administrative provisions.

KCIC Honors PRIER with Sustainability Award

October 29, 2021

The company was honored for its efforts to reduce unnecessary waste and implement ways to protect the planet.

Oatey Co. Promotes Nicole Fournier to Vice President, Retail Business Unit

October 28, 2021

In her new role, Fournier will lead Oatey’s retail division, which also includes ongoing support for the Keeney brand.

International Code Council to Host Sessions on Building Codes at COP26 in Glasgow

October 27, 2021

The Code Council will demonstrate the vital role building codes play in future-proofing communities at the COP26 event.

IAPMO R&T Recognizes PSILab Inc. as Independent Testing Laboratory for Plastic Pipe, Fittings

October 27, 2021

The lab has been formally verified as capable of performing tests in the category of plastic pipe and fittings.

Penn Medicine Pavilion Marks Obtains Prestigious LEED Gold Building Certification for Sustainability

October 27, 2021

New Penn hospital becomes largest LEED for Healthcare-certified project in the world to achieve this recognition for green design and construction.

Hydraulic Institute Circulator Pump Energy Rating Label Now Available on Participating Brands

October 26, 2021

The labels appear on circulator pumps to help HVAC professionals understand and quantify the benefits brought by the advanced technology and on-board controls found on the latest circulators.

PRIER Encourages Businesses and Homeowners to Detach Hoses for Winter

October 25, 2021

Coinciding with National Checklist Day, the #DetachYourHoseDay campaign encourages businesses and homeowners to detach hoses, nozzles, splitters, and timers for the winter season.