The plumbing engineer's responsibility A popular statement made about the plumbing code is it is a book for the plumbing contractor. Of course, that statement isn’t true. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD January 19, 2017 Understanding the protocols set in codes is key even when the messaging is confusing. Read More
Starbucks' LEED certification plan is a model to emulate Make inroads. John McNally January 19, 2017 Back in December, Starbucks became the first retailer to cross the 1,000 LEED-certified building barrier. Read More
The 2016 ASPE Expo goes off without a hitch The ASPE Young Professionals special-interest group was active during the ASPE Expo as well. John McNally January 11, 2017 The 2016 ASPE Convention and Exposition was held Oct. 28- Nov. 2 in Phoenix Read More
Energy diehards get their say during ICC debate process ICC energy code torture. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD December 19, 2016 There were 238 code changes considered to the residential and commercial section of the IECC. Read More
IAPMO shows membership how much its grown Making a splash. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD November 16, 2016 After days of debate, IAPMO shows membership how much it has grown.Read More
ICC wants feedback on its code-development process October 25, 2016 The International Code Council will hold the ICC Training & Certification Summit May 22-26, 2017. Read More
2016 ASPE Conference and Expo ready to shine ASPE’s annual conference and Expo will be held at the Phoenix Convention Center Oct. 28-Nov. 2. John McNally October 20, 2016 It is that time of the (even) year — it is time for the 2016 ASPE Conference and Expo.Read More
Removing fire sprinkler code from IRC would be a failure Not up for debate when it comes to residential sprinklers. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD October 20, 2016 Removal of residential sprinkler requirement in IRC would be a failure on many levels. Read More
Top 5 reasons fire sprinkler systems fail to operate when needed Failure to launch. Jacqueline R. Wilmot October 20, 2016 When it comes to reducing fire’s potentially devastating impact on people and property, there is simply no equal to fire sprinkler systems.Read More
Tips on properly sizing the combustion air openings Can the boiler breathe? Ray Wohlfarth September 28, 2016 Tips on properly sizing the combustion air openings.Read More