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Many in the plumbing engineering industry did not start out as plumbing engineers; rather, their career paths led them to this niche sector in many unusual ways. Such is the case with this year’s design and specifying professional of the year, Dave Groulx.
Not many plumbing engineers start out as Navy Seebees and then plumbers, but that’s the path that Dave Groulx took during his 34-year career. His specialty became designing plumbing systems for some of the largest sports stadiums and arenas around the country. Discover more about him in this Q&A celebrating his contributions to the plumbing industry.
Understanding the owner’s master plan helps design the life safety systems to accommodate future growth without a costly retrofit.
December 5, 2022
Part four in a four-part series on cannabis facility design. This article describes the common safety systems typically required in cannabis cultivation facilities, with a focus on the cultivation side of an indoor facility.
Local jurisdictions are enacting aggressive energy-efficiency requirements, driving toward electrification of buildings and decarbonization.
December 5, 2022
Heat pumps are the solution for building owners to increase energy efficiency while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and the cost of utilities. Read on to find out how this affects plumbing system design.
It helps maintain timelines, budgets and project longevity, positively impacting overall job quality.
December 5, 2022
Providing contractors with outdated information on your spec sheets can create problems on the jobsite. Read on for benefits and tips for updating spec sheets for quality projects.
Climate change is increasing the instances of destructive weather events, but a focus on resiliency and renewable energy can mitigate the loss of life and life-giving substances: food, drinkable water and breathable air. Read on to discover how Florida’s Babcock Ranch is a beacon for resiliency.
A potential exists for liabilities associated with its discharge, so make sure to develop a plan for containment, drainage and possibly treatment.
December 5, 2022
In this month’s column, learn how the term “gaslighting” came about and how gas pressure affects gas lights. Plus, IAPMO is looking for comments on the new versions of the Water Efficiency Standard; the Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code; and the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code.
In this month’s column, learn how the term “gaslighting” came about and how gas pressure affects gas lights. Plus, IAPMO is looking for comments on the new versions of the Water Efficiency Standard; the Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code; and the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code.
Dispute resolution of construction contracts, design professional contracts and other related documents often comes through arbitration or litigation. Dispute resolution clauses should be drafted carefully, consistent with applicable law, to include arbitration if so desired.