As society continues to place a greater emphasis on creating sustainable and resilient communities, the onus has been placed on the building safety industry to achieve this goal. This can place a great strain on those involved in building safety, including plumbers and tradespersons, especially in today’s competitive landscape. This makes it critical that innovative technologies — whether the new and latest or those with a proven track record — are being utilized by the industry. After all, while our techniques, processes and methods evolve, so too will the equipment and technology we use to ensure our buildings are structurally sound and efficient.
To aid plumbers and tradespersons in staying competitive in the marketplace, innovative technologies and materials must be a priority when crafting and revising provisions within model codes and standards in order to enhance efficiency, positively impact affordability and provide ease of service for those implementing it.