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EPA proposes revisions to Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act

February 20, 2017

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to make conforming changes to the existing drinking water regulations based on the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act of 2011 and the Community Fire Safety Act of 2013.

View of Flint, Mich., from the Flint River

Volunteers aid Flint homeowners during water crisis

Nadia Askar

April 29, 2016

The plumbing industry has stepped up to help Flint, Mich. residents that have been exposed to lead contamination.

Eight marketing mistakes

Kenny Chapman

August 25, 2015

Avoid these errors and improve your profitability.

Trutankless app-based lead referral system

August 25, 2015

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors push for representation on plumbing, heating issues

PHCC members push for representation

Nadia Askar

July 30, 2014

The 2014 PHCC Legislative Conference took place May 21-22 in Washington, D.C.

Six commonly asked questions about no-lead plumbing

Are you still confused?

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

July 29, 2014

No-lead six months later.

Take the lead on lead

Make your company a resource for your customers.

May 23, 2013

You may have heard the news last month that an ingredient found in red meat and energy drinks can harden your arteries, causing you to develop heart disease.

Class tells MCAA members how to lower low-lead risks

April 19, 2013

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America did its part to educate its members about low-lead plumbing products during a workshop March 18 at its annual convention in San Antonio, Texas.

Using low-lead/no-lead valves

These alloys work best in potable water products and applications.

Geoff McLaughlin

April 19, 2013

Milwaukee Valve Co. has manufactured drinking water valves for many decades. In association with requirements for our industry and products, we’ve been closely following the rapidly changing legal landscape in this area.