Still Confused About Water Temperature Control Devices?
A little over five years ago, an article titled “When Will the Confusion End?” was published in ASSE’s former publication, Backflow Prevention & Plumbing...
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 6060, Medical...
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 Mechanical Officials...
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 side, multi-purpose...
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 for this...
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. Unfortunately, more...
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. Today, one...
Hey, Archimedes! What’s the Big Deal with RPs and Pumps?
I’ve seen wringing of hands and gnashing of teeth whenever the subject of pumps and reduced pressure principle backflow preventers (RPs) is broached. Why...
Hospital Backflow Prevention
Today’s complex potable water “production” and distribution systems continue to make significant contributions in helping to sustain the utility and comfort of modern-day Americans....