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Code Classroom

ASSE Hot Water Temperature Control Devices

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

November 3, 2018

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.

We’re Adding To The Number

November 2, 2018

Ashlei Williams

PHCPPros announces new Digital Media Associate, Nicole Meyer.

Lee Company's Headquarters Earns Green Design Award

November 2, 2018

Contractor received a 2018 USGBC Tennessee Leadership Award for Innovative Design, New Construction for its Silver LEED status headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee.

IPEX Joins ASPE's Affiliate Sponsor Program

November 1, 2018

ASPE's Affiliate Sponsors comprise a group of manufacturers and service providers that are essential in helping plumbing engineers design technologically advanced plumbing systems.

PPI Introduces Online PEX Design Course

November 1, 2018

PPI Building and Construction Director of Engineering Lance MacNevin narrates the one-hour course.

Green Business Certification Announces 2018 LEED Fellows

October 31, 2018

The 25 fellows are LEED Professionals at the top of their fields in green building design, engineering and development.

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.