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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

Julius Ballanco, P.E., CPD, F-ASPE, is president of J.B. Engineering and Code Consulting, P.C. in Munster, Ind. He can be reached at by email at jbengineer@aol.com.

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New UPC 2012 code requirements

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
April 1, 2012
Alternate water systems take center stage.
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A new year and new codes

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
January 1, 2012
Changes you’ll find in the International Plumbing Code.
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Aging in place

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
December 1, 2011
Many user-friendly bathroom options are available for the elderly.
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The Best Bathroom

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
October 1, 2011
Themed facilities earn Napa Valley winery high marks.
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The Female Urinal Debate

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
September 1, 2011
Will women ever embrace this type of fixture?
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The Ultimate Green Plumbing

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
July 1, 2011
Learn a thing or two from the Amishís sustainable philosophies.
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The Readers Have Spoken

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June 1, 2011
Recent residential fire sprinkler column sparks large response.
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In Memoriam: John Swaffield

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April 1, 2011
He was my friend and mentor, as well as a top plumbing researcher.
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No-Lead Legislation Goes National

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March 1, 2011
The new federal law misses the mark.
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Fighting Terrorism In The Home

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January 1, 2011
An impassioned plea for the acceptance of residential fire sprinklers.
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