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IAPMO Advances UPC Formal Interpretation (FI 006)
IAPMO® has published a Formal Interpretation (FI 006) to the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code®(UPC®) in accordance with Section 6-4.2 of the Regulations Governing Committee Projects.
IAPMO R&T Expands Testing Options for Manufacturers Through Recognized Mexico Laboratory
IAPMO R&T is pleased to announce that its Monterrey-based IAPMO Mexico laboratory is now a recognized testing facility for American cUPC standards. This expanded scope allows the lab to support certification to multiple American standards, including NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 for lead content compliance.
Report on Comments Toward Development of 2027 USHGC, USPSHTC, WE•Stand Now Available for Online Download
IAPMO®, developer of the Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code® (USHGC®) and Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code® (USPSHTC®), and Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard® (WE•Stand®) has posted online the 2026 Report on Comments (ROC) for the 2027 editions of these prospective American National Standard-designated model codes.
IAPMO Signs MOUs with CIPHE, ASPE at 14th World Plumbing Conference
IAPMO® signed two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) during the 14th World Plumbing Conference, held in Birmingham, United Kingdom, establishing expanded international collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) and the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE).
New Jersey Adopts 2024 National Standard Plumbing Code
Trenton, New Jersey — New Jersey has officially adopted the 2024 New Jersey Edition of the National Standard Plumbing Code (NSPC) to serve as the plumbing code for the Garden State.
IWSH, Local Plumbers Complete Major Upgrades at Los Angeles Mission
The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH®), the public charity of IAPMO®, has completed a major plumbing upgrade at the Los Angeles Mission, strengthening essential facilities used by more than 1,000 people each day.
Colorado Approves Water Demand Calculator® as Alternate Standard for Sizing Water Supply Piping
Colorado has approved a modern, science-based approach to sizing water supply piping, giving designers and builders a new option for improving plumbing system performance, water efficiency and public health.
New Canadian Energy Efficiency Requirements for Faucets and Showerheads Take Effect July 1, 2026
IAPMO is pleased to announce its SCC accreditation for Canada’s Energy Efficiency Verification program and is ready to help manufacturers meet new efficiency requirements for certain plumbing products entering the Canadian market.