plumbing design

Navigating UL Listing vs. FM Approval for Commercial Fire Pumps

September 10, 2026

Learn how these marks differ to help you specify the best fire pumps for your projects. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate In commercial and industrial facility design, […]

Specifying Safety: The Engineering Guide to Division 22 Gas Assemblies in Commercial Kitchens

September 8, 2026

Discover how to specify gas connectivity components that ensure system performance while protecting occupants. By Joel Florence In commercial kitchen design, the cooking line represents a high-density zone of thermal […]

Learn How to Apply Press Connections at ASPE’s September 2026 Webinar

August 25, 2026

On September 23, 2026, a new one-hour ASPE webinar, “Press Connections for High-Purity Applications(opens in new tab),” will be held at noon CDT on ASPE Education. This webinar offers 0.1 […]

WCC Launches New Online Sizing Module for Water Reclaim Systems

August 21, 2026

For more than a year, WCC’s website (watercontrolinc.com(opens in new tab)) has featured online sizing of commercial water softeners. This best-in-class sizing module provides our partners with tools to test […]

Physics, Hydraulics, and Code Requirements Behind Water Delivery Time in Dry Pipe Fire Protection Systems

August 19, 2026

Learn how to confidently design code-compliant systems that bridge the gap between theoretical calculations and real-world life safety. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate NFPA 13: Standard for […]

Engineering Design and Operational Guidance for Fire Pumps Arranged in Series

June 17, 2026

Learn good enginering practices to support reliable, code‑compliant series fire pump installations. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate This article translates the technical requirements and practical implications for […]

WCC Announces a New CEU Course: Water Treatment for Data Centers

June 8, 2026

As most folks have by now heard, data centers require massive amounts of water for both power generation and server cooling.   The proper treatment of this water is critical. Depending […]

Beyond Aesthetics: Engineering Considerations for Linear and Point Drains

May 21, 2026

You must evaluate how each drain system interacts with floor slope design, piping capacity, installation constraints, and operational requirements. By Tom Stewart In bathroom design, the choice between linear drains […]

Guidelines for Fire Protection Water Supplies per the 2024 IFC and Associated Standards

May 13, 2026

Proper design requires alignment with applicable codes, as well as careful consideration of supply variability, system demand, and long-term reliability. By Sahil Mahajan, PE, P.Eng., CPD, LEED Green Associate All water-based […]

Join ASPE for a New Webinar on Medical Gas System Design on April 29

April 1, 2026

Have you considered branching into medical gas system design but don’t know where to start? ASPE’s 32-hour MedGas Workshop is one option, but if you want a quick introduction to […]

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