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Trends in Healthcare Plumbing: Prevalence of Ligature-Resistant Projects

Traditional solutions based on risk levels have been replaced with ligature-resistant fittings in all rooms of behavioral health centers.
March 2, 2026

The behavioral health sector is one of the fastest-growing segments in the healthcare construction industry. 


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Tapping into Untapped Energy Using Geothermal Design Advocacy

A project spotlight on ThedaCare Medical Center-Fond du Lac, highlighting the benefits of early geothermal discussions when designing for future energy savings
March 2, 2026

Discover how early design advocacy and integrated engineering brought a high-efficiency vertical geothermal system to life at ThedaCare Medical Center-Fond du Lac, delivering significant life-cycle savings and sustainable performance.


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Understanding the Reasons Behind Code Requirements

It is crucial for designing resilient plumbing systems in healthcare facilities that can operate during emergencies.
March 2, 2026
Lowell Manalo

Gain insight into how OSHPD (now HCAI) regulations shape resilient plumbing designs for California healthcare facilities to ensure they remain self-reliant and operational during seismic events.


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Water System Strategies for Sterile Processing Success

Early planning, understanding staff workflows and coordinating with clients, architects and vendors are critical for sizing source equipment and meeting evolving standards.
February 2, 2026
Aaron Bock PE

Aaron Bock, PE, breaks down the complex plumbing demands of hospital Sterile Processing Departments, emphasizing why precision in water purity, temperature, and system redundancy is vital for supporting life-saving surgical workflows.


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Collaborative Health Care Design

ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 Water for the Processing of Medical Devices

The standard helps plumbing engineers design one of the most critical water systems in a hospital.
January 5, 2026

This article explains why ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 has become a de facto enforceable standard and offers practical design guidance for plumbing engineers to ensure compliant water systems in hospital sterile processing departments.


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Collaborative Health Care Design

Addressing Nitrous Oxide as a Greenhouse Gas, Part 2

By shifting to portable delivery systems, implementing gas capture solutions and exploring sustainable sedation methods, the healthcare industry is working to balance patient care with environmental responsibility.
December 1, 2025
John Gregory

As healthcare confronts the climate impact of nitrous oxide, hospitals are turning to new technologies, alternative anesthetics and smarter processes to cut emissions while maintaining safe, effective patient care.


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Collaborative Health Care Design

Are We Prepared?

Now is the time to act, ensuring that our healthcare systems remain resilient in the face of adversity.
September 1, 2025
John Gregory

From MAS*H units to AI-enhanced field hospitals, the evolution of battlefield medicine raises one urgent question: are we truly prepared for the next medical crisis?


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Chicago Faucets Hosts Public Health Webinar to Help Facilities Comply with Emerging Legionella Regulations

June 6, 2025

Spenser Johnson will present "Navigating Evolving Water Management Regulations: Ensuring Compliance & Public Safety” on Thursday, June 19, at 11 a.m. CDT.


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Collaborative Health Care Design

Best Practices for Using a Pressure-Sustaining Control Valve

Accurate sizing, material compatibility, proper installation, regular maintenance and performance monitoring will optimize overall system performance.
September 2, 2024
John Gregory

Discover the critical role pressure-sustaining control valves play in maintaining stable pressure levels in water distribution and health-care systems. Learn key considerations and best practices for selecting, installing and maintaining these valves to optimize system performance. 


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Plumbing Design of the Year: Prefabrication and Modular Design/Build

M Health Fairview St. John’s Hospital — Designed by HGA
June 3, 2024
Amalia Deligiannis
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