IAPMO seeks Technical Correlating Committee members
Ontario, Calif. (March 19, 2019) — The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking volunteers to participate on the Technical Correlating Committee (TCC) to work toward the correlation of the 2021 editions of the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa,…
BC Government Needs to Make Wood Building Safety a Priority
VANCOUVER, March 18, 2019 /CNW/ – The Cement Association of Canada (CAC) expresses surprise at the announcement by the BC government that they would bypass the ongoing 2020 National Building Code of Canada (“NBCC”) processes and allow municipalities to issue building permits…
Minimizing Potential Water Damage – Innovation Becomes Standard
Did you know there is a specification for water leak detection products that protects your customers’ home or business from damage caused by leaking pipes, failed flexible connectors and overflowing toilets? These systems are installed on the incoming water line to…
Smart cities are going green because it costs less
As blogged on Forbes.com, our cities are getting smarter. Look around any modern metropolis, and you’ll see hundreds of Smart devices. Devices that provide better convenience, increase our safety, enable connectivity anywhere, reduce our traffic jams, improve our economy…
Building trust is key to successful infrastructure projects
As blogged on RICS.org, by adopting international construction measurement standards, governments can better plan and monitor projects and ensure value for money is being delivered. High performing infrastructure is an enabler for growth, prosperity and the well-being of citizens.…