It’s important to select materials that can minimize the risks of biofilm growth, leaching and permeation

The Local 562 in eastern Missouri aims to provide students a training simulation that mirrors real-world scenarios they’ll encounter

Fittings tested at 200 psi with compressed gas and at 300 psi with water

Materials like PEX and PP-RCT — either on their own or in a hybrid system — provide numerous advantages for plumbing and mechanical piping systems

The pressing technology is approved for use on U.S. Navy surface combatants

Air admittance valves are helpful when you are unable to connect to an existing venting system or are simply looking to reduce roof penetrations for aesthetics

Be sure to consider these factors to ensure long service life for your customers’ CPVC and PEX systems

Materials like HDPE pipe will play an important role as Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is implemented in the coming years

Check out these tips on what to consider when selecting a solvent cement, as well as some suggested types to use for a variety of plumbing applications

Here are tips on how to use sealant tapes and pipe-joint compounds so that on your jobs you can consistently achieve a watertight and airtight seal on pipe connections

Respondents anticipated specifying PVC for an average of nearly 65% on both new and replacement pipe projects

Shorter pipe runs means water spends less time in the optimal temperature range for bacterial growth