Minimum Qualifications for Medical Gas Systems Designers
The latest revision of the ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 6000, Professional Qualifications Standard for Medical Gas Systems Personnel, includes a new standard — ASSE...
Dispensing Equipment Alliance
Dispensing Equipment Alliance (DEA) is a non-profit membership organization that was formed as a chapter of the International Association of Plumbing and...
Understanding Cross-Connection Control for Fire Protection Systems
With very few exceptions, almost every water-based fire protection system requires some form of backflow protection or cross-connection control. On the residential...
A Lot to Lose & A Lot to Gain
Unlike many other building systems, fire protection systems are mandated to be tested, inspected, and maintained at regular intervals. The simple reason...
Protection and Responsibilities of the Essential Trades Worker
Thankfully, we are heading towards the end of a very contagious pandemic. Vaccines are being distributed and administered as quickly as possible....
The UA Water Quality Program
From the inception of our organization, the United Association (UA) has proudly maintained an unwavering commitment to protecting public health and safety....
AWG Innovators Tap Infinitely Renewable Clean Water Source
Water from the air.
We see it on cold glasses in the summer. We feel it when a...
The Water Demand Calculator Leaves Home
Instantaneous peak water demand is an important consideration when designing a new building. The peak water demand affects the scale and cost...
The Changing Face of Inspections in Today’s Plumbing Industry
In the United States, inspections have been an integral part of the construction industry since the inception of national building codes in...