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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.

IAPMO Concludes 92nd Annual Education and Business Conference

October 4, 2021

IAPMO's conference once again gathered experts in the plumbing and mechanical fields with in-the-trenches inspectors and manufacturers in a spirit of cooperation toward the advancement of the Uniform Codes.

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.

A. O. Smith University Announces October Dates for Educational Classes

October 4, 2021

The classes were added as a result of high-demand for its industry-leading A. O. Smith University educational sessions.

Registration Now Open for Resilience 2021: Building Resilience Trough BIM

Registration Now Open for Resilience 2021: Building Resilience Through BIM

October 4, 2021

There is limited space, register today.

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.

The Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Selection Committee Narrows Watch List to Top 25

October 1, 2021

The Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation alongside presenting partner, A. O. Smith, has pared-down the original 2021 Watch List to the nation’s Top 25 quarterbacks.