IAPMO accepting scholarship essays The essay entry deadline is June 1, 2013 April 22, 2013 The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials is accepting submissions for this year’s essay competition awarding scholarships to three young people affiliated with IAPMO and many of its industry partners.Read More
Guest Editorial: Hydronic systems provide better energy efficiency Greg Cunniff , P.E. March 21, 2013 Today’s HVAC industry offers a number of choices when it comes to providing heating and cooling in a large building.Read More
Boiler Jacket Loss The International Energy Conservation Code addresses the controversial subject. Ray Wohlfarth March 21, 2013 A debate has continued in the industry about whether boiler jacket loss should be factored into the calculation of boiler efficiency.Read More
Change is in the Air International Code Council begins new cycle and procedures. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD March 21, 2013 The International Code Council has started the Group B code cycle. There are now three cycles identified as A, B and C.Read More
Why didn't my fire sprinkler system work? Christine Swanson , PE, CFPS February 14, 2013 A comprehensive plan of attack can prevent physical and financial disaster.Read More
It’s a wonderful life The plumbing engineer profession has made great strides over the years. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD February 13, 2013 This past December, the youngest of my three children, my baby Keriann Aileen, graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree.Read More
Cast your ballot Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD January 14, 2013 A new year brings a new code-voting method.Read More
One standard on rainwater would be better than two Bob Miodonski January 7, 2013 By 2008, most of the plumbing industry had seen the light on the benefits of green buildings. Read More
That's a wrap Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD December 1, 2012 2015 International Plumbing Code features several surprise changes.Read More
Storm drainage design gone wrong Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD November 1, 2012 ASPE Research Foundation paper reveals roof drain inconsistencies. Read More