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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Dissecting IAPMO’s proposed code change monographs

The UPC and UMC received over 650 code change proposals.

June 3, 2024

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials' (IAPMO) monographs of proposals for modifications to the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC).

2024 IAPMO Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal; Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Codes now available

May 17, 2024

The 2024 USHGC addresses the latest provisions and technology paving the road to zero net energy and for the safe installation of solar, hydronics and geothermal energy systems.

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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Navigating product access in the US

Decoding the relationship between standards and regulations.

Misty Guard

May 3, 2024

Join us in unraveling product access complexities in the US. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newcomer, we'll provide insights for successful product compliance. Thank you for embarking on this journey with us!

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Editorial Opinion | Nicole Krawcke

ICC celebrates 30th Anniversary in 2024

The code and standards organization will sponsor the next season of “American Plumber Stories.”

Nicole Krawcke

April 8, 2024

Dive into 30 years of plumbing safety with the ICC! The code gurus celebrate their anniversary and sponsor "American Plumber Stories" to inspire future generations.

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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Code Council proposals for Group A code modifications

A deeper look into the propsals being discussed the most.

Misty Guard

April 2, 2024

While exploring International Code Council's first report of proposals for modifications to the Group A Codes, I became curious about which codes are being discussed the most. I decided to take a deeper look and get answers to three questions.

Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Code Council proposals for Group A code modifications

A deeper look into the propsals being discussed the most.

Misty Guard

April 2, 2024

While exploring International Code Council's first report of proposals for modifications to the Group A Codes, I became curious about which codes are being discussed the most. I decided to take a deeper look and get answers to three questions.

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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Packaging laws and a circular economy

What you need to know about single-use packaging rules for mechanical and plumbing products.

Misty Guard

February 29, 2024

Have you heard of terms like "circular economy" or "EPR"? They describe regulations aimed at reducing packaging waste and promoting recycling. Let's explore California's draft regulation for implementing the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act.

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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

The lowdown on energy, water systems, refrigerants and product standards activity

Industry standards closed 2023 with a flurry of activity.

Misty Guard

February 2, 2024

In February, Standards Development Organizations review end-of-year activities. Energy, water systems, refrigerants, and products had a lot of activity in 2023. See lists for new, revised, or reaffirmed standards, standards in development, and withdrawn standards.