Codes & Standards

IAPMO Seeks USPSHTC Slip-Resistance Task Group Members

August 14, 2019

Task group members will participate via conference call or web meeting, provide their perspective on the code, and assist in drafting recommendations for action by the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code (USPSHTC) Technical Committee.

IAPMO Seeks USHGC Hydronics Task Group Members

August 14, 2019

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Task group members will participate via conference call or web meeting, provide their perspective on the code, and assist in drafting recommendations for action by the USHGC Technical Committee.

2019 IAPMO Conference and ASSE International Meeting Co-Locate in Reno

August 8, 2019

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The five-day event offers unique education sessions, evening networking events, and the Association Technical Meeting Convention toward the development of the 2021 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC).

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Recruiting the Next Generation of Code Officials

Q&A with the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

August 6, 2019

Ashlei Williams

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On the heels of back-to-school season, Plumbing Engineer found it relevant to address the recruiting conversation in its August issue. Just as professions are often repeated at career days in mainstream spaces, it is easy to highlight some occupations over others in the trades.

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Texas Plumbing Board Gets Extension, Senate Takes on Forever Chemicals

An executive order extends the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners and the plumbing licensing law until 2021.

August 6, 2019

Ron George

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On June 13, 2019, Gov. Abbott issued an executive order to extend the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners and the plumbing licensing law until 2021 to allow the next legislature to consider the issue. The plumbing industry needs to ensure their elected officials are educated on the topic and address this issue properly in the next legislative session.

Geothermal HVAC

A Downtown Ambient Geothermal Main

A small Iowa town trades natural gas for ground-source heat to fuel its district heating and cooling project.

August 6, 2019

Jay Egg

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As part of the contributions needed to be made toward the elimination of combustion heating, “beneficial electrification” is becoming the clear choice. With proper education, consumers can come to see that it's a significant step forward toward modernization to be “all electric.”

ASHRAE Resources Can Help Reduce the Risk of Legionella

August 2, 2019

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In 2018, ASHRAE published a revised edition of Standard 188, which designers and building operators can use to help establish water management plans specific to the systems in particular buildings, campuses or health care facilities.

2019 ASPE Tech Symposium Announces Exciting New Speakers on Trending Topics

August 1, 2019

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Forty professional development sessions are available at this year's event for individuals at all levels, providing numerous opportunities for career growth.

2019 Edition of ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 16000 Now Available

August 1, 2019

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Series 16000-2019 provides minimum performance criteria, identified by industry consensus, for plumbing inspectors, mechanical system inspectors, plumbing plans examiners and mechanical plans examiners.