The International Code Council (ICC) and the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) have announced the publication of the updated ANSI/PHTA/ICC-2 2026 American National Standard for Public Pool and Spa…
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International Code Council and PHTA Release Updated Standard for Public Pool and Spa Operations and Maintenance
The revised standard provides updated guidance for the operation and maintenance of public swimming pools, spas and other aquatic facilities.
The Indispensable Partnership of Building Departments and Cross-Functional Teams
In urban development and public safety, effective collaboration among regulatory agencies is fundamental. Building departments and code enforcement play a primary role in ensuring structures comply with adopted safety and…
Grease Waste Lines and Sizing of Interceptors: Aligning with Plumbing Codes for Optimal Sewer Management
In the food service industry and other sectors that generate grease-laden waste, managing fats, oils and greases (FOGs) is critical to maintaining a healthy, functional sanitary sewer system. FOG management…
Where the Plumbing Trade Meets the Drawing Board
What began as a camera crew and a YouTube series has since expanded to include members from every region of the world. Now, members of the International Plumbers Network (IPN)…
The Future of Plumbing: Research Breakthroughs You Need to Know in 2026
This year’s symposium focused on how recent findings will impact future plumbing system installations to better safeguard public health and safety.
Global experts recently convened in Maribor, Slovenia, for the 51st CIB W062 Symposium on Water Supply and Drainage for Buildings. The event was hosted by the University of Maribor and…
New cdpACCESS User Training Session
Code development users and administrators can join the webinar to learn more about the changes, including the streamlined proposal building workflow and updated panel layout.
The International Code Council (ICC) recently unveiled the redesign of its flagship code development process program, cdpACCESS®. Code development users and administrators can learn more about the changes – including…
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