For decades, the design of drinking water installations in buildings has been dominated by one central paradigm: temperature control. Cold water must remain below 25 °C, and hot water must be maintained above 60…
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From Temperature Control to Hydraulic Robustness: Rethinking Drinking Water Installations
The industry does not face a temperature problem, rather a hydraulic problem that manifests as a temperature issue.
An Overview of Plumbing Trap Requirements Under the International Plumbing Code
A well-designed plumbing system depends on properly installed and maintained traps to protect occupants and ensure reliable drainage.
The following article was originally published on ASPE Pipeline. Plumbing traps play a critical role in protecting building occupants from sewer gases, odors, and potential health hazards. International Plumbing Code®…
A Report on Accelerating Off-Site Construction Published by International Code Council
In response to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) recently released Action Plan for Accelerating U.S. Offsite Construction for Housing, the International Code Council (ICC) published a…
Call for Committee: Magnesium Oxide Board Consensus Committee (IS-MGOB)
The application deadline for the Magnesium Oxide Board Consensus Committee is July 17, 2026.
The International Code Council (ICC) is currently seeking stakeholders including, but not limited to, manufacturers, builders and government regulators to apply for the Magnesium Oxide Board Consensus Committee (IS-MGOB). Any…
A117.1‑2026: The International Code Council to Release Major Updates to the Nation’s Leading Accessibility Standard
The International Code Council (ICC) is releasing a new edition of the A117.1 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities in Fall 2026. The A117.1-2026 will be referenced in the 2027 International Codes® (I-Codes®). This standard is designed to ensure that…
Understanding Criteria for Assisted Toileting and Bathing in 2021 International Codes
While there have always been provisions for accessibility for persons with disabilities in the International Code Council’s (ICC) International Codes® (I-Codes®), these provisions were based on allowing independent access into and throughout a…
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