IAPMO Publishes 2024 Editions of Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) |
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) has published the 2024 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code® (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code® (UMC) in both hardcopy and electronic versions, completing a three‐year consensus development cycle accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
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WaterSense-Certified Spray Sprinkler Bodies Prevent Waste, Ensure Proper Coverage |
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Representing roughly 30 percent of the average U.S. household utilization of water, outdoor applications are estimated to be 9 billion gallons per day for a total of 3.2 trillion gallons over the course of a year. With significantly higher amounts used in arid parts of the country, most of this water is used for landscape irrigation.
Residential landscape irrigation systems frequently incorporate standard spray sprinkler bodies at locations where the system pressure exceeds their design limitations. As a result, they deliver uneven and insufficient coverage while also wasting significant amounts of water.
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IAPMO and ESPRI Seek Public Initial Input on Manual of Water Quality for Plumbing Industry Professionals and Building Managers |
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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) and the Environmental Science, Policy, and Research Institute (ESPRI) are seeking the public’s initial input for development of the Manual of Water Quality for Plumbing Industry Professionals and Building Managers.
This publication provides basic guidance to help plumbing system design engineers, building owners, and water system managers obtain important information from their water suppliers (public water systems; water suppliers or purveyors) to help them design, install, and manage potable water systems that maintain water quality all the way to the end users while simultaneously protecting the pipes, fittings, fixtures, and other components that make up these systems.
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IAPMO’s Water Demand Calculator™ Version 2.2 Available for Download |
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IAPMO is excited to announce that the Water Demand Calculator™ version 2.2 is now available for download.
While the basic template of version 2.1 of the calculator remains intact, version 2.2 includes several new features. First, version 2.2 implements a new algorithm called the method of convolution to replace exhaustive enumeration. The new algorithm is faster and has a smoother transition to the other methods of computation. This new computation method assures accurate predictions of peak indoor water demand.
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Using IAPMO’s Water Demand Calculator™ Can Lead to Energy, Carbon and Water Savings in Single and Multifamily Residences, Study Finds |
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Using the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials’ (IAPMO) Water Demand Calculator™ as an alternative to sizing methods in traditional plumbing codes can result in energy, carbon and water savings with no change to how residents use plumbing fixtures in their homes every day, an analysis by Arup, a global collective of designers, consultants and experts dedicated to sustainable development, has found. |
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PT. IAPMO Group Indonesia Showcases Plastic Testing, Certification Capabilities |
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PT. IAPMO Group Indonesia, The IAPMO Group’s product testing laboratory and certification operation in Indonesia, today held a ceremony to inaugurate its plastic pipe and polymer resin laboratory, demonstrating its capabilities to government officials and industry association leaders seeking a partner in the conformity assessment and certification of petrochemical products. |
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IAPMO Government Relations Corner |
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Texas Legislature Reaffirms Support for Uniform Plumbing Code |
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The 88th Texas Legislature this session has reaffirmed support for the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC®). House Bill 2689 would have mandated that all jurisdictions in the state adopt the International Plumbing Code, thus limiting options for jurisdictions in Texas. This issue has been unsuccessfully pushed by special interests for the last few legislative sessions and, once again, the measure failed. This victory was delivered by years of hard work and dedication by the plumbing industry.
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New York State Adopted Appliance and Equipment Efficiency Regulations |
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New York State has adopted appliance and equipment efficiency regulations that will impact what products can be legally sold, rented, leased, and installed. These regulations established minimum energy and water efficiency requirements for 16 new consumer products, similar to the requirements in other states (e.g., Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Jersey). These regulations become effective on June 26, 2023.
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IAPMO Joins Massachusetts Plumbing Industry at State House Event to Protect Homegrown Code, Support Other Industry Issues |
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IAPMO successfully joined nearly 200 union plumbers, contractors, and other industry leaders at the Massachusetts State House last month to advocate before state legislators for the protection of the state’s plumbing code, partnering on green energy and other key safety and regulatory issues. |
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Beaumont, Texas, Adopts 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code to Replace International Plumbing Code |
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The Beaumont, Texas, city council has rejected the International Plumbing Code after decades of use and instead voted in favor of adopting the 2021 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC®) as the plumbing code of practice protecting the health and safety of the city’s more than 100,000 residents. The UPC represents the most resilient plumbing code on the market today.
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IAPMO Standards offers free summary of standard changes. Click here to access.
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Read the 2024 codes online for FREE! |
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Did you know that you can ask a Code question for free at IAPMO? Click here for details.
Did you know that IAPMO social media not only post announcement and events, but also Uniform Codes’ Answer Analysis? Follow @IAPMO social media today to stay updated on what’s going in plumbing industry
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Learn more about other services that The IAPMO Group offers: |
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Management Systems Certification |
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Building Materials Evaluation |
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Indonesia Product Testing and Certification, Middle East Product Testing |
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India Product Testing and Certification |
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