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    IAPMO Publishes Manual of Recommended Construction Practices for Potable Water

    March 20, 2024
    The manual provides guidance to help plumbing professionals in the design, construction and commissioning of water systems.
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    Advantages of PEX Systems Detailed in New Technical Document

    March 13, 2024
    Document from PPI includes a historical overview of discontinued PB piping materials.
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    Women in Plumbing & Piping Announces Uponor as Latest Sponsor

    Feb. 26, 2024
    Uponor joins a select group of organizations at the forefront of championing the cause of women in traditionally male-dominated industries.
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    PHC Calendar of Training and Industry Events

    Feb. 21, 2024
    Below is a list of upcoming industry education and training events in 2024 (updated February 2024).

    Victaulic® Acquires Utility Coatings & Fabrication, Inc.

    Feb. 12, 2024
    The newly added fabrication and coating facility will enhance the company’s large-diameter piping system manufacturing capacity.
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    Best Practices for Servicing CPVC Pipes and Fittings

    Jan. 31, 2024
    Keeping the following points in mind when servicing this popular material can help protect the longevity and performance of CPVC pipes and fittings.
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    Biden-Harris Administration Proposes to Strengthen the Lead and Copper Rule

    Dec. 5, 2023
    EPA proposal would accelerate progress toward achieving President Biden’s goal of removing 100% of lead pipes.

    Plastics Pipe Institute Announces Education Committee Chair Appointment

    Nov. 29, 2023
    Jason McKinnon has more than twenty years of engineering and training experience developing new curriculum and training modules.
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    NIOSH Offers Information to Protect Workers From Lead Exposure When Replacing Lead Pipes

    Nov. 7, 2023
    Working in excavated pits, cutting or handling lead pipes, or digging with heavy equipment or a shovel may expose workers to lead.
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    New Technical Document: Applying Spray Foam Insulation in and Around Plastic Pipes

    Nov. 6, 2023
    New document from the Plastic Pipe Institute details the proper steps for use.