IAPMO Seeks Technical Committee Members for 2027 UPC and UMC |
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking volunteers to participate on two technical committees working toward the development of the 2027 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC). The deadline to submit an application is Jan. 31, 2023.
The UPC and UMC technical committees each seek members in the following categories: manufacturer, user, installer/maintainer, labor, research/standards/testing laboratory, enforcing authority, consumer, and special expert. These committees are assembled in accordance with the Regulations Governing Committee Projects and the Guide for the Conduct of Participants in the IAPMO codes and standards development process. These documents may be viewed HERE.
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IAPMO Seeks Public Input on Manual of Recommended Practice for Toilet Room Design: All Gender / Health, Safety, Privacy and Security |
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking the public’s input for the development of the Manual of Recommended Practice for Toilet Room Design: All Gender / Health, Safety, Privacy and Security.
Created by one of several task groups formed through the IAPMO Technical Services Group, this manual addresses all-gender toilet room design. Those who follow proposed code changes in the plumbing and mechanical sector are aware of recent actions advancing language addressing all-gender restrooms. The Toilet Room Design Task Group’s goal is to develop the Manual of Recommended Practice for Toilet Room Design: All Gender / Health, Safety, Privacy and Security to address restroom design, particularly when it comes to health and safety concerns for all-gender toilet rooms.
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IAPMO Solicits Public Comments for 2023 WE•Stand, 2024 USHGC, USPSHTC |
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®), publisher of the Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand), Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code (USHGC) and Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code (USPSHTC), is calling for public comments on the 2022 Report on Proposals (ROP) for the 2023 and 2024 editions of these model codes, the preceding editions of which American National Standards.
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Understanding Hydrants and Backflow Protection |
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You may know them by one of their various names: sill cock, wall hydrant, spigot, garden hose faucet, lawn faucet, wall tap, hose bibb, yard hydrant, etc. It can all seem a bit confusing. Regardless of what you call it, it’s defined as a supply fitting, generally used outdoors, which is connected to a single water line with hose end threads to attach a hose. Here forward, I will refer to these as hydrants as “devices.” [Note: there are hydrants plumbed to both hot and cold water currently on the market.]
With the connection of a hose to these devices, it is important to note that there is a possibility for backflow to occur. It is conceivable that the hose, when attached to the fitting, could be left submerged in a non-potable reservoir. Depending on the circumstances, the contaminate in the reservoir could be lethal. Just think about a chemical dispenser that is attached to a hose and dispenses fertilizer or weed killer on your lawn. Should an event occur that causes the upstream pressure to drop, the contents of the reservoir can be backsiphoned into the potable water supply.
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2023 One Water Summit Announced |
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In September 2022, the Alliance hosted the first One Water Summit since 2019, uniting over 800 of the nation’s water workers, managers, and enthusiasts to engage in unique and urgent conversations about the future of water. From lively panel discussions to Commitments to Action from our One Water Delegations, all were inspired by the passion of speakers, panelists, and participants alike, and can’t wait to progress this momentum into the new year.
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IAPMO Crowns International Plumbing Champions at Conclusion of WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition |
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) was pleased to participate in the Plumbing and Heating event at WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition (WSC2022SE), Nov. 2-4 at GROHE Technikum in Lahr, Germany. The competition showcased national champions from 20 WorldSkills member countries.
IAPMO CEO and World Plumbing Council (WPC) Deputy Chair Dave Viola relished the opportunity to present medals to the winning champions, concluding a thrilling three-day competition at the celebratory closing ceremony Nov. 5. Viola was joined by IAPMO Chief Administrative Officer and WPC Secretariat Gaby Davis, as well as IAPMO President David Gans and Vice President Steve Panelli, both experiencing a WorldSkills competition for the first time.
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IAPMO Celebrates 15th Anniversary as WaterSense Partner
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The U.E. EPA WaterSense program recognized IAPMO’s 15th Anniversary of helping consumers use less water without sacrificing quality. Because of partners like IAPMO, we’ve saved a cumulative 5.3 trillion gallons of water and more than $108 billion in water and energy bills.
Thank you again for your years of partnership—and let’s keep collaborating to save water for future generations!
Sincerely,
The WaterSense Team
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Draft Specification for Reverse Osmosis Systems to Earn WaterSense Label |
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Throughout the United States, millions of households have installed point-of-use reverse osmosis (RO) systems, which are water treatment systems connected to a single fixture (e.g., at the kitchen sink) that remove contaminants from water. While RO systems work to rid household water of possible contaminants, they can waste a great deal of water in the treatment process. To help reduce water waste, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has developed a WaterSense® Draft Specification for Point-of-Use Reverse Osmosis Systems.
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IAPMO R&T Lab Acquires QFT Laboratory, Hires Jaime Young as Lab Director |
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IAPMO R&T Lab has completed an acquisition of New Jersey-based Quality Filter Testing Laboratory, tripling the size of IAPMO R&T Lab’s water system testing capacity commensurate with its growing Water Systems Certification Program and providing clients with even more options and the same high level of customer service.
QFT was well-known in the industry as an independent commercial laboratory that tests water filters for manufacturers per NSF/ANSI standards and analyzes drinking water for homeowners worldwide with private wells, tap water, bottled water and municipal water. QFT Lab Director Jaime Young will join IAPMO to assist in the provision of similar services.
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Preventing Cross-Contamination on POU RO Systems |
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Consumers and building owners continue to read and hear about the deteriorating quality of their drinking water. Chemicals such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and lead are often found in water supplies throughout the U.S. In order to provide homes, daycare facilities, schools and commercial buildings with safer water, many are using water treatment devices designed to remove unwanted chemicals from water. Finding a product that is certified to remove the chemicals of concern is important. There are a variety of certified products available in the market that improve drinking water. However, when these products are being installed, it is equally critical to be mindful of proper supply and drain connections, and the need for backflow prevention. The goal is to improve the drinking water — using improperly installed devices or those without backflow prevention could put people at risk by introducing harmful microbial and chemical contaminants into the water supply. When these products are installed, care must be taken to prevent cross-contamination and code approved supply fittings and drain connections should be used. |
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IAPMO Government Relations Corner |
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Several States Join the Growing List of States to Enforce Water and Energy Efficiency Requirements for the Sale and Installation of Certain Products and Appliances Effective in 2023 |
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Beginning in 2023, Maine, New Jersey, and Rhode Island will begin enforcing new Water and Energy Efficiency regulations pertaining to the sale and installation of certain products and appliances. In most cases, the requirements generally match the EPA WaterSense and Energy Star requirements, with the exception of kitchen faucets. The New Jersey law specifically states that these products are not permitted to be installed unless identified by a mark, label of tag denoting the minimum efficiency has been met or exceeded. In Rhode Island, certified products must also be registered in an existing state database as outlined on their website. In Maine, they set outlined new efficiency regulations for five product categories, which include fixtures, fittings, spas, spray sprinklers and water dispensers
To view the applicable legislation for each state, see below:
Rhode Island, click here.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces First-Ever Federal Building Performance Standard, Catalyzes American Innovation to Lower Energy Costs, Save Taxpayer Dollars, and Cut Emissions |
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Today the Biden-Harris Administration announced the first-ever Federal Building Performance Standard, setting an ambitious goal to cut energy use and electrify equipment and appliances in 30 percent of the building space owned by the Federal government by 2030. Today’s actions are the latest step forward in pursuit of President Biden’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions in all Federal buildings by 2045.
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Philippine seeks comments on Ceramic Plumbing Fixtures Standards – Comment deadline has been extended to December 20th, 2022
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The Department of Trade and Industry’s Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI-BPS) informs concerned sectors that below homegrown standards on ceramic plumbing fixtures, developed by the BPS Technical Committee on Ceramic and Ceramic Products (BPS/TC 29), are now circulated to all concerned sectors for comment:
DPNS 156:2022 – Ceramic plumbing fixtures
DPNS 2085:2022 – Ceramic plumbing fixtures – Pail flush water closet
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Dain Hansen, IAPMO Group EVP of Government Relations, Named one of The Hills’s 2022 Top Lobbyist |
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Welcome to The Hill’s annual list of top lobbyists
Lobbyists played a key role in shaping an avalanche of legislation in 2022, including Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act and several bipartisan bills — ranging from the CHIPS and Science Act to the Respect for Marriage Act — that brought sharply divided lawmakers together.
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IAPMO offers Free COVID-19 Webinar Series Click here for details
IAPMO Standards offers free summary of standard changes. Click here to access.
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Read the 2021 codes online for FREE! |
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