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Discovery Education and its content partners offer educators and students nationwide a new collection of engaging digital learning resources supporting Engineers Week activities.
The Water Quality Association (WQA) is marking its 50th anniversary as a trade association and leading voice of the residential, commercial and industrial water treatment industry.
White collar, blue collar, hard hat or construction vest, we’re all on the same team and in the same boat.
February 5, 2024
In secondary education, stigmas still exist against trade or vocational schools that train for what are considered blue-collar jobs. However, a four-year college or university degree is not always needed for a lucrative and rewarding career.
An annual procedure can aid in keeping this life-safety system functioning as intended and ready should a fire incident occur.
February 5, 2024
Like a building’s water distribution system, fire sprinkler system piping can freeze in frigid temperatures and cause major damage. The checklist provided here can assist building owners or qualified technicians to properly winterize this life-safety system before the onset of cold weather.
The United States experienced extreme weather, causing fatalities, injuries and billions of dollars in damage last year. Our clean energy transition will require re-evaluating energy technologies to determine what should be funded or scrapped.
Part 3 of this series covers applications and locations for various temperature controls, DHW control valves, temperature control valve standards, and how to protect yourself from liability if the owner refuses to install a control valve serving the hot water distribution system.
How smart plumbing fixtures can save time and money and improve sustainability.
February 5, 2024
Facilities using smart plumbing fixtures can save time, manage facility workflow and improve efficiency and sustainability. Advanced sensors detect changes and track product performance, providing maintenance staff with real-time insights into the performance of the facility’s smart products.
Proper design and scheduling not only enhance patient care but also contribute to the overall operational effectiveness of the facility.
February 5, 2024
By incorporating redundancies, zoning considerations, and efficient scheduling, healthcare facilities can improve their medical gas systems' safety, reliability, and efficiency. ASSE 6060, Medical Gas Systems Designer, has improved reliability, safety, and operational efficiency in healthcare facilities.
Seattle-King County, in conjunction with local ASPE and IAPMO chapters,
will offer an in-person training on using IAPMO’s Uniform Plumbing Code Appendix M — the Water
Demand Calculator — on Feb. 17 for inspectors, installers and design professionals.