Associations

IAPMO Aguilar to Receive ANSI Meritorious Service Award

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:50:00 -0400

IAPMO’s Hugo Aguilar has been named a recipient of ANSI’s Meritorious Service Award for contributions to the U.S. voluntary standards system.

Viega Foundation Supports PERIOD. on Menstrual Hygiene Day and Beyond

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:25:00 -0400

Viega is stepping beyond the jobsite to support a different kind of infrastructure: dignity, health, and access for women and girls.

ASHRAE Celebrates World Refrigeration Day 2026

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:47:00 -0400

This year's theme, "Cool Intelligence," showcases the innovation, expertise and advanced technologies that are transforming refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems.

MAB Honors Fort Wayne Utility Engineer Matthew Wirtz for Leadership

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:25:12 -0400

The Municipal Advisory Board recognized Matthew Wirtz, P.E., for advancing HDPE pipe best practices and supporting water infrastructure improvements across North America.

CIASP Announces September Virtual 5K to Support Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention's virtual event will unite construction professionals, companies and supporters to raise awareness and support mental health initiatives across the industry.

UA/MCAA Included in Google.org $50 Million Skilled Trades Workforce Investment

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:14:00 -0400

MCAA is pleased to be part of a major national workforce development effort announced by Google.org to help prepare more than 300,000 American workers for high-demand skilled trades careers across more than 20 states.

States and Provinces Are Adopting IGSHPA Training

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:41:00 -0400

IGSHPA continues to work with U.S. states, Canadian provinces, and federal governments to ensure that GSHPs are being designed and installed for long-term success.

New AI Model Shows How to Evacuate for Fires One Safe Step at a Time

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:46:00 -0400

NIST researchers have developed a new AI model that can identify safe evacuation routes during a fire.

SFPE Announces Program and Speakers for Upcoming Engineering Solutions Symposium

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:27:00 -0400

The symposium will bring together leading experts to address the complex challenges of protecting historic structures, cultural assets, and irreplaceable heritage sites from fire.

ASME Announces New President, Members, and Nominees to Board of Governors

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:05:00 -0400

ASME has announced its new president, four newly elected Board of Governors members, and nominees for future leadership positions following its annual meeting.

ANSI Invites Stakeholders to Help Shape Standards for Frontier AI Risk Management

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:45:00 -0400

A new INCITS standards initiative will develop a framework for managing the unique risks associated with advanced frontier AI systems, and stakeholders from industry, government, academia, and civil society are encouraged to participate.

Fire Prevention Week 2026 Focuses on Lithium-Ion Battery Charging Safety

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:33:00 -0400

NFPA has announced “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week 2026, Oct. 4–10.

Charles Fishman to Keynote AWWA ACE26 in Washington, D.C.

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:12:00 -0400

Fishman's keynote will set the tone for ACE26’s “Water Heroes” theme by spotlighting the people behind essential work that often goes unseen.

IAPMO Seeks UPC Task Group Members

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:13:00 -0400

The deadline to apply is July 15.

IAPMO Publishes 2027 Editions of UPC, UMC

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:06:00 -0400

The newly published 2027 UPC and UMC introduce significant code updates while accompanying training manuals and guides help professionals understand and apply the changes.

National Plumbing Competition Draws Top Talent to SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:54:00 -0400

The 2026 National Plumbing Competition drew 48 of the country’s top plumbing students currently enrolled in high school, vocational, technical and post-secondary schools.

WCC Launches ASPE-Accredited CEU Course on Data Center Water Treatment

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:54:00 -0400

The course examines the critical role of water treatment in data center power generation and server cooling systems.

Copper Development Association Supports Next Generation of Skilled Trades Professionals at SkillsUSA National Championships

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:10:00 -0400

The association’s longstanding partnership with PHCC Educational Foundation helps provide materials, expertise, and mentorship to aspiring plumbers from across the country.

ASPE Announces 2026 Convention & Expo Technical Education Program

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:57:00 -0400

During the 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo in Oklahoma City this fall, industry experts will present dynamic technical education sessions designed to increase the skills and career opportunities of attendees.

ASHRAE, NEMA and PNNL Release AI Data Center Energy Performance Framework

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:01:00 -0400

The Framework is hosted on ASHRAE’s website, providing industry-wide access to practical, expert-driven guidance for next-generation data center design and operation.

Bring Back the Trades Expands Tool Grant Program With Support From etA and Milwaukee Tool

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:38:00 -0400

Bring Back the Trades, the electrical training ALLIANCE and Milwaukee Tool will award two monthly tool grants valued at $1,500 or more to support skilled trades programs at U.S. schools and nonprofits through 2026.

Keynote Speaker Announced for CONNECT 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:31:00 -0400

Dr. Rick Goodman, leadership expert and motivational speaker to headline PHCC CONNECT 2026 in Milwaukee.

MingleMakers UG Announces Launch of First Official WeldArt World Championship Associated With IIW

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:26:00 -0400

This revolutionary international competition is organized in official association with the International Institute of Welding (IIW).

Bradford White Strengthens Skilled Trades Education Through PHCC Support, Product Donations

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:57:00 -0400

The donations come as part of Bradford White's ongoing commitment to workforce development and skilled trades education.

Bring Back the Trades and Milwaukee Tool Award First Tool Grant to Manchester School of Technology

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:23:00 -0400

Vocational students were surprised with professional-grade Electrical Tool Kit in inaugural award of the national grant program.

National Institute of Building Sciences Announces Launch of Modernized WBDG 3.0 Platform

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:32:00 -0400

NIBS has launched WBDG 3.0, a modernized platform featuring enhanced search tools, AI-powered navigation, workforce development resources, and a new UFC Digital Content Library.

PGMA Offers Fire Departments Ready-to-Use Toolkit for Portable Generator Safety Education

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:41:00 -0400

Free Take It Outside resources help local departments reinforce carbon monoxide prevention before storms, outages and other generator-use events.

IAPMO Advances Development of 2027 USHGC and USPSHTC During Technical Committee Meetings

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:04:00 -0400

IAPMO advances development of the 2027 Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code and Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code following technical committee review of public comments.

Congratulations to Jill Kennicott, Recipient of Ferguson Women in Mechanical Industry Scholarship

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Congratulations to Jill Kennicott on receiving a Ferguson Women in the Mechanical Industry Scholarship at MCAA26 this past March.

Danforth Recognized for Outstanding Support of Special Olympics New York

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:12:00 -0400

Representatives from Special Olympics New York visited Danforth’s Western New York headquarters to present the trophy.