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Web Exclusive: Seismic Changes to NFPA 13 [Part 3]

Major technical changes are contained within the 2007 edition of NFPA 13 relating to seismic protection of automatic sprinkler systems.

by Christian Dubay, P.E.

NSF Web Exclusive: Rainwater Catchment: Applying New Standards to Old Technology

While water conservation is not a new concept, the limited supply of fresh drinking water is becoming an increasing concern, particularly for dry areas and areas surrounded by sea water.

by Nikki Beetsch

NSF Web Exclusive: Compostability: A Breakdown of Testing and Standards

Today’s consumer is more conscientious than ever of their ecological footprint.

by Ata Ciechanowski Collin Snyder

Software With A Mission: Enhancing Properties by Eliminating Bathroom Conformity

Signature Design Studio from Symmons Industries offers designers and architects the best of both worlds—uniquely designed bathroom fixtures without designer pricing.

Eight Ways New Media Will Transform Your Business in ’08

As a customer-focused media company, BNP Media is committed to delivering information in ways that will make your job easier and more efficient. You can thrive by strategically managing how and when you receive information.

Do Toilets Need A Radical Redesign?

A new historical study suggests that after decades of flushing, it will take radical innovations for the mainstream West to adopt any new system.

by Corey Binns

Automated Valve Makes Awesome Waves

With close collaboration between the Long Beach, CA’s parks engineers and Assured Automation, design flaws that plagued their new Wave Fountain were overcome to provide a new attraction to the nationally-acclaimed Queen Mary Events Park and Aquarium.

End-Suction Pumps Key Ski Dubai’s Success at Mall of the Emirates

Grundfos' single-stage end-suction centrifugal pump have proven themselves to be more than capable of providing the capacity audience of 1,500 at Ski Dubai with a ski adventure they would have to travel many thousands of miles to experience otherwise.

Fix Your Pipes—Until Then, I'll Water My Lawn

The English get as much rain as people in California get sunshine. So it was with some surprise that on a recent trip to the land of his birth, the author heard English authorities issuing 'hose pipe bans,” urging residents not to water their lawns, wash their cars or take long showers.

by Mick Pattinson