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The Impact of EU Reach on Plumbing Component Materials

A look at the pending European regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in light of the European Committee for Socio-economic Analysis draft opinion.

Misty Guard

May 7, 2026

European Union (E.U.) regulators have concluded that PFAS, which do not degrade in the environment, are a major problem.

PFAS and the plumbing contractor: what to know as regulations tighten

How "forever chemicals" are reshaping plumbing system design and installation.

Kristen R. Bayles

April 13, 2026

Water treatment is moving from an optional add-on to a core component of plumbing system design and installation.

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New Mexico's PFAS regulations signal a new regulatory era

New Mexico's proposed 20.13.2 NMAC rule serves as a highly detailed prototype for how regulators plan to track and restrict PFAs.

Misty Guard

April 8, 2026

As the United States (U.S.) States pioneer regulations for trace chemicals, manufacturers, specifying engineers, and contractors must adapt to a new era.

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Understanding U.S. state-level PFAS legislation

Answering questions regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

Misty Guard

August 5, 2024

A client recently asked about PFAS legislation in the U.S. You can find more information in my columns "PFAS: A Growing Concern" and "Forever Chemicals in the News." I'm also looking into state-level PFAS legislation for my readers.

New Products

Elkay expands certified filter capabilities to include microplastics, PFOA/PFOS

July 11, 2024

Elkay announced a significant advancement in its filtration capabilities with Elkay filters now certified to reduce microplastics as well as lead and PFOA/PFOS.

American Water Works Association responds to EPA’s final PFAS rule

April 11, 2024

The best way to keep the nation's drinking water free from PFAS is to protect our precious source waters.

US EPA issues first National Standard limiting PFAS in drinking water

April 10, 2024

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Forever chemicals in the news

The US EPA published a final rule for reporting and recordkeeping requirements for PFAS under the Toxic Substances Control Act.

Misty Guard

November 30, 2023

Reviewing the final rule carefully can help you understand how it applies to specific products and organizations.

Guest Editorial | Tom Klein

How beleaguered water infrastructure can prepare for PFAS regulation

There is no magic bullet approach for treating PFAS.

Tom Klein

September 9, 2023

A proposed series of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations that set maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other so-called ‘GenX chemicals’ are set to go into effect in the fall.

Misty Guard: PFAS: A growing concern

Government actions and possible impacts to the plumbing industry.

Misty Guard

May 3, 2023

Welcome to Spring 2023! Regardless of the temperature, I know spring is close when the male American Goldfinches start their molt from olive green to vibrant yellow. It is a beautiful sight to see and promises warmer days ahead.