IAPMO’s Dain Hansen has been appointed to the U.S. Government’s Industry Trade Advisory Committee, bringing the plumbing and mechanical industry’s perspective to federal trade policy.

This expansion provides manufacturers with greater access to testing services for products intended for the U.S. and North American markets. 

The 2026 Reports on Comments for IAPMO’s 2027 USHGC, USPSHTC and WE•Stand are now available for public review, with comments due Oct. 30.

New Jersey has officially adopted the 2024 New Jersey Edition of the National Standard Plumbing Code to serve as the plumbing code for the Garden State.

IWSH has completed a major plumbing upgrade at the Los Angeles Mission, strengthening essential facilities used by more than 1,000 people each day. 

Colorado has approved a modern, science-based approach to sizing water supply piping, giving designers and builders a new option for improving plumbing system performance, water efficiency and public health.

When I was first given the charge to help bring the Radiant Professionals Alliance back into a more active role, I knew right away that the timing was right. Honestly, it has become a labor of love.

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.

The alternative approach will be available for voluntary statewide use beginning Sept. 14.

The mission represented the first time these key Indonesian ministries met collectively with U.S. government and industry leaders to discuss a coordinated approach to strengthening plumbing product standards, and more.