Press Releases

Report on Comments Toward Development of 2023 WE·Stand Now Available for Online Download

01 September 2023

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®), developer of the Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand) has posted online the 2023 Report on Comments (ROC) for the 2023 edition of the prospective American National Standard-designated model code. The ROC is the technical committee report on the actions taken by the technical committee accompanied by a ballot statement and one or more comments resulting from public review of the Report on Proposals (ROP).

IAPMO Seeks Technical Subcommittee Members for Development of National Standard IAPMO Z1390 for Adult Changing Stations

29 August 2023

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking volunteers with technical background in plumbing and mechanical systems — such as jurisdictional authorities, testing lab and educational facility representatives, as well as manufacturing experts — to participate on the IAPMO Z1390 technical subcommittee (TSC). A new standard, Z1390 for adult changing stations, will be developed by this TSC.

IAPMO Makes Tentative Interim Amendment Available for Public Comment

22 August 2023

n accordance with the IAPMO Regulations Governing Committee Projects, IAPMO would like to announce that a tentative interim amendment (TIA) to the 2024 edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC®) is being submitted for public comment.

Dr. K Chandrasekhar Promoted to Managing Director at IAPMO Indi

17 August 2023

Dr. K Chandrasekhar has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and a deep understanding of drinking water and the plumbing industry.

IAPMO Applauds Introduction of Federal Water Efficiency, Conservation and Sustainability Legislation

17 August 2023

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) voices its support for the Water Efficiency, Conservation, and Sustainability Act of 2023, legislation introduced by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) and U.S. Rep. Mike Levin (D-CA) that would provide resources to communities to implement water-efficiency upgrades and to establish programs to repair leaks, especially in areas experiencing severe drought.

APEC Forum Explores Importance of International Standards for Safe Drinking Water, Product Compliance and Properly Trained Workforce

14 August 2023

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) and its charitable arm, the International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH™), helped host a daylong water forum during the recently concluded Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Third Senior Officials’ and Ministerial Meeting.

Working Group Forming to Develop Cured-in-Place-Piping (CIPP) Inspectors Professional Qualifications Standard

11 August 2023

ASSE International is forming a working group to develop a professional qualifications standard for inspectors of cured-in-place-piping (CIPP) systems, a process for in place pipe rehabilitation. The first working group meeting is expected to be held in the Chicagoland area in mid-September.

IWSH to Launch New Plumbing Champions Initiative in Australia

10 August 2023

The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) will deliver a new Plumbing Champions social project activity as part of the upcoming WorldSkills Australia National Championships & Skills Show, which will be hosted Aug. 17-19 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Version 6.2 of Building Efficiency System Tool™ (BEST) Now Available for Download

07 August 2023

Version 6.2 of the Radiant Professionals Alliance’s (RPA) Building Efficiency System Tool™ (BEST), an interactive commercial building HVAC system efficiency comparison application, is now available. The enhanced BEST 6.2 focuses attention on energy use, including up to four selected systems in one life-cycle comparison report that utilizes historical design temperatures to determine peak energy demand and the energy utilization index (EUI).

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