Code enforcement plays a critical…
This article is Part 2 of a three-part series exploring the roles of code enforcement officers. Stay tuned for Part 3 which will be published in the coming months. To…
2025 Building Safety Month Contest
To celebrate Building Safety Month…
Do you have an interesting story, or can you surprise us with a fun fact about a building in your community? To celebrate Building Safety Month 2025, we’ll be giving…
How Disaster Planning Helped the City of Asheville in the…
While there’s no possible way…
In August 2024, Asheville, North Carolina, was significantly impacted by tropical storm Helene, a powerful storm that brought heavy rains, strong winds and widespread flooding throughout the region. Though the…
ISH Frankfurt 2025: Plumbing Solutions for a Sustainable Future
The theme of this year’s event was, "Solutions for a Sustainable Future," and was an incredible showcase of plumbing design, innovation and sustainability.
ISH Frankfurt, held from March 17-21, 2025, brought together global leaders, innovators and professionals in the water, plumbing and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industries for a trade fair…
Embracing the Legacy of Plumbing: My Journey as a Guardian of Comfort and Safety
Code Council Director of PMG Technical Resources, Gary Gauthier, gives insight into his experience working in the plumbing field.
As a plumber, I find pride in the intricacies of the profession that often go unnoticed by many. Most people see plumbing as nothing more than fixing leaks and unclogging…
A2L Refrigerants: Latest Challenges and Opportunities
To facilitate a smooth transition to A2Ls, jurisdictions across the country have already begun adopting the approved 2027 IMC code language addressing these issues. It is highly recommended that all jurisdictions review these sections of code and determine the best method for addressing them in their area.
As the first half of 2025 wraps up, the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry wrestles with some of the new updates surrounding A2L refrigerants. To comply with regulations…
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