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NSF International announces new Southeast Michigan laboratory, expands plastic pipe testing capabilities

April 23, 2020

The new facility offers nearly 2,000 test stations, including stations for long-term pressure/stress testing and hydrostatic design basis (HDB) and minimum required strength (MRS) ratings, as well as short-term burst and other pressure performance requirements.

U.S. Boiler Co. launches new online training platform

April 23, 2020

The first course, Installing High Efficiency Boilers, was released April 6, followed by sessions for venting high efficiency boilers and primary/secondary piping.

Aquatherm announces updated parts guide

April 23, 2020

Aquatherm North America has released an updated Parts Guide. The new guide offers a complete listing of all standard Aquatherm parts and includes new and/or updated part numbers as well as information on new or removed parts.

Uponor distribution center powered 100 percent by wind energy

April 22, 2020

In conjunction with Earth Day 2020, Uponor North America has announced that its Lakeville, Minn., distribution center now receives 100% of its electrical power from wind energy.

IAPMO makes standards free to aid fight against COVID-19

April 20, 2020

By granting free access, IAPMO hopes to enhance public understanding of how the proper functioning of these systems protects the health of the people they serve.

Wave two of mechanical systems COVID-19 concern and action survey

Clear Seas Research releases responses from the April 2-6 survey, revealing how the mechanical systems industry is reacting to the pandemic.

April 15, 2020

BNP Media’s Clear Seas Research sector has completed the second wave of their Industry Perspective on the Challenges of Today research series. Wave two of the survey was conducted the week of April 2 covering the level of concern and actions taken by businesses among seven different sectors.

New ASA COVID-19 survey shows member company reactions to pandemic

Government assistance, workforce reduction and length of time before pre-COVID 19 conditions return among many topics broached.

April 15, 2020

The survey was part of a large-scale Industry Insights initiative that queried more than 30 associations spanning an assortment of industries. More than 1,500 responses to the survey were received, including those of ASA member companies.

ASA hosts third economic webinar with Dr. Christopher Kuehl

April 14, 2020

Titled “Recovery in Sight or Settling in for a Siege?” Dr. Kuehl notes this should be the time for a rational assessment.

Plumbing industry rallies to help convert Chicago’s McCormick Place into COVID-19 field hospital

Convention center to serve as emergency facility to treat up to 3,000 patients.

Nicole Krawcke

April 9, 2020

Construction for the first 500 beds was completed April 3, while the rest of the field hospital is expected to be finished by April 24.

IAPMO publishes 2021 editions of Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code

April 8, 2020

Developed and subsequently republished at the conclusion of each three-year code cycle, the UPC and UMC are designed to provide consumers with plumbing, heating and mechanical systems that meet all applicable standards while, at the same time, allowing latitude for innovation and new technologies.