I have seen a lot of changes in the plumbing codes since 1978, but the laws of physics have not...

This month’s column is an update on several plumbing related organizations and their code and standard activities. The American Society...

Engineers are showing less detail on the drawings for valves, strainers, pressure gauges, temperature gauges and other piping accessories. They...

The last code development cycle for the International Codes brought about a code change that was submitted to the model...

Nathaniel Whiting patented the first grease "trap" in California in 1884. Whiting’s design was basically the same then as today’s...

Last month, Part 1 of this article discussed the requirement for a permit for an inspection if you replace a...

Due to the length of this article, it will be published in two parts. Part one will cover why we...

There are currently minimal provisions in the Uniform Plumbing Code, International Plumbing Code, International Property Maintenance Code or the International...

I have noticed a lot of misquoting of the plumbing codes when it comes to hot water system temperatures and...

Employers are required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide a safe work environment for workers. This...