It’s time for an overhaul of the code-change process Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD September 28, 2017 Let’s talk 2021 code changes.Read More
ASSE International revises commercial dishwasher backflow requirements August 29, 2017 ASSE 1004-2017: Performance Requirements for Commercial Dishwashing Machines has been designated as an American National Standard for the American National Standards Institute. Read More
Roof drain dilemma pops up at ASME/CSA committee meeting Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD August 23, 2017 Separate strainers needed if designing a combined primary and secondary system. Read More
ICC supports the Water Efficiency Improvement Act of 2017 August 2, 2017 New legislation authorizes an important program that promotes water-efficient products.Read More
A green backlash at IAPMO Plumbing Technical Committee meetings Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD June 20, 2017 Support falls short on changes proposed for green supplement. Read More
IAPMO and PHCC agree on transfer of National Standard Plumbing Code June 7, 2017 New Jersey and several locations in Maryland are the primary adopters and users of the NSPC. Read More
IAPMO advances development of 2017 Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard May 25, 2017 IAPMO is helping to resolve public comments as a major step in the procedure to develop WE•Stand as an American National Standard. Read More
Tech Topic: Codes and Standards Update Hugo Aguilar May 25, 2017 The EPA looks to create new requirements for labeling products, certification.Read More
Growing pains at ICC and the EPA Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD May 23, 2017 Two industry organizations have tough choices to make in the near future. Read More
The battle over health care continues on in Washington Dan Hilton May 23, 2017 It seems like we’ve heard this before: “Send me to Washington so I can finally rid small businesses of the burdens of the Affordable Care Act.” Read More