Preparing For Hydrogen: A New Era In Fuel Gas Piping
The clean energy transition is picking up speed, and hydrogen is ready to play a leading role. As a fuel option, hydrogen can significantly cut carbon emissions and presents exciting possibilities for...
Is The Job Finished?
If you think the job of establishing strong cross-connection programs in the United States is finished, you are wrong. If you think the job of establishing a strong cross-connection program in your...
ASSE and the Codes
Code season is upon us — as if it ever ends — and ASSE has once again been actively involved, representing our motto, “Prevention Rather Than Cure,” to the code community and...
Significant Increase In Legionellosis From Building Water Systems
Because of reduced water flows, waterborne illnesses associated with building water systems, such as Legionnaires’ disease, have increased significantly in the years since the Energy Policy Act of 1992 began being implemented...
Building Management Systems, Fire Protection Monitoring & Digital Twins
When we think about building management systems, we tend to gravitate toward HVAC, lighting and security. This makes sense since we generally are thinking about energy management, energy savings and building security....
Backflow Prevention and the IoT (Internet Of Things)
Over the years, technology has affected every industry. It usually takes time for new tech to become widespread, but NEVER has a technology changed so much — or as quickly — as...
Modern Training for Foam Fire Protection
Fire safety and protection are crucial elements in ensuring the safety and security of high-risk environments. With the increasing complexity and diversity of fire protection systems, specialized training is essential for professionals...
An Honest Look At Field Test Procedures For Backflow Prevention Assemblies
Is one backflow prevention assembly test better than another? This question brings the passion out of so many people in the cross-connection industry. Do any or all of them rigorously test a...
How To Evaluate What Is Causing the Reduced Pressure Principle Assembly Relief Valve Discharge
I was asked to write an article for Working Pressure magazine, so I thought I would share my favorite reduced pressure backflow assembly (RP) troubleshooting method without the need to use a...
The Good, The Bad and the Not So Pretty Installations Of Backflow Prevention Assemblies,...
Throughout my 45 years in the plumbing industry, I have seen about every type of plumbing installation. I have worked in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional settings, and the inventiveness of plumbing...