Brian Henry Appointed Affiliate Liaison to the ASPE Board of Directors

He replaces Billy Smith, former ASPE Vice President, Affiliate, who stepped down from his position earlier this year.

ASPE Partners with TMB

ASPE has signed a publishing partnership with TMB Publishing Inc., in which TMB’s monthly magazine, Plumbing Engineer, will become “The Official Publication of ASPE” effective March 1 and will replace ASPE’s publication, Plumbing Systems & Design.

2012 CPD Examination Registration Is Now Open

Anyone interested in taking the CPD exam this year may now register to sit for the exam on either April 19 or April 20.

ASPE CEO Appointed to IAS Technical Advisory Council

The International Accreditation Service (IAS) Technical Advisory Council for the newly approved IAS Personnel Certification Body Accreditation Program will assist in the recognition of companies and organizations that provide the highest quality personnel certification services.

ASPE Announces New ICC Committee Appointments

Several ASPE members have been selected to represent the Society on International Code Council code development committees.

ASPE Announces 2012-2015 Strategic Blueprint

The goals and objectives identified in the document are aimed at enhancing the plumbing engineering profession, particularly by providing opportunities for professional development and career growth for ASPE members.

ASPE Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Hot Water Temperature & Control Standard

The public comment period will be open until noon on December 30, 2011.

ASPE and IAPMO Sign Agreement to Develop Green Plumbing Design Certification

At the 2011 Technical Symposium, ASPE and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials signed a MOU to develop a program to test and train plumbing engineers and designers in green plumbing design.

ASPE and ASSE Agree to Develop Joint Dictionary

The plumbing dictionary, published by ASPE and the American Society of Sanitary Engineering, will be released in mid-2012.

ASPE Announces Another Member Benefit

The Plumbing Engineering & Design Handbook of Tables App is now available FREE for all members to download.

ASPE Seeks Member Input on Upcoming ICC Code Cycle

The Legislative Committee is compiling an official ASPE response and would like member comments on ICC code changes.

ASPE and ARCSA Sign Joint Standards Development Agreement

ASPE and the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association will be developing a new standard for rainwater catchment system design.

ASPE Seeks Comments to IAPMO Green Supplement

ASPE is developing a response to IAPMO's call for public comment to proposed changes to the Green Plumbing and Mechanical Code Supplement and would like member input.

ASPE Executive Director/CEO Joins ASSE Product Standards Committee

Jim Kendzel, CAE, recently was appointed to the American Society of Sanitary Engineering's Product Standards Committee.

ASPE Introduces Its All-New Career Center

The ASPE Career Center is where plumbing engineers connect with the industry's top firms.

ASPE Joins with IAPMO on Hunter’s Curve Revisions

ASPE and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials are working toward revising Hunter's curves for high-efficiency fixtures.

ASPE Launches a New Program for Continuing Education Providers

Professional development providers can enhance their programs by becoming an approved ASPE CEU Provider.

ASPE Supports NSF Funding

On July 11, ASPE joined more than 150 science and engineering associations in support of maintaining future funding for research through the National Science Foundation.

ASPE Facilitates Meeting of Plumbing Organizations to Discuss Johns Hopkins Study

On June 7, several leading North American plumbing organizations met in Chicago to discuss a study by Johns Hopkins on hands-free faucets.

Dave Jern Is Appointed ASPE's Director of Affiliate Relations

In this new position, Dave will work closely with Vice President, Affiliate Billy Smith to strengthen relationships between engineers and manufacturers.

ASPE Signs MOU with ABPA

The American Backflow Prevention Association is the latest industry group to align with ASPE.

ASPE Student Members Win $100,000 in MIT Competition

David Auerbach and Ani Vallabhaneni, who are Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management MBA candidates, recently won the grand prize in MIT’s annual $100K Business Plan Competition for their waste-conversion startup company Sanergy.

ASPE Members: New Special Offer Provides 20% Off ICC Memberships

This new special membership offer allows ASPE members to join the International Code Council at a discounted rate.

Registration for the 2011 ASPE Technical Symposium Is Open!

This year's premier plumbing engineering educational event will be held Oct. 27-30 in Orlando, Florida.

ASPE Responds to Johns Hopkins Hands-free Faucets Study

ASPE is coordinating a meeting of industry stakeholders to respond to a report that links hands-free faucets and bacteria growth.

ASPE Research Foundation and IAMPO Collaborate on Roof Drain Testing

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has signed an agreement to help sponsor the testing portion of a roof drain performance project developed by the ASPE Research Foundation.

ASPE Joins the World Plumbing Council

The American Society of Plumbing Engineers is honored to announce their acceptance by the World Plumbing Council as a Full member.

Purchase the Illustrated Plumbing Codes Design Handbook Now and Save 10 Percent!

ASPE's brand-new publication is a must-have for plumbing engineers and designers using the International Plumbing Code and Uniform Plumbing Code. Pre-sale is going on now!

ASPE Joins the Plumbing Efficiency Research Coalition

On Monday, Feb. 21, ASPE became the sixth member organization of PERC.

ASPE Seeks Members to Serve on ICC Committees as an ASPE Representative

In line with the Society's commitment to have a positive impact on codes and standards impacting the plumbing engineering community, ASPE is asking for members' help in serving as an ASPE representative on various International Code Council committees.

ASPE Charters Its 62nd Chapter: Long Island

The ASPE board of directors has approved a petition of charter for the Long Island Chapter.

ASPE Executive Director/CEO Jim Kendzel Invited to Sit on Residential Sprinkler System Accreditation Program Committee

ASPE has and continues to strongly support the use of residential fire sprinkler systems. As a show of our support, Jim Kendzel, ASPE Executive Director/CEO, will serve on an Advisory Committee developing an accreditation program for organizations providing residential fire sprinkler design, installation, and maintenance services.

ASPE Celebrates National Engineers Week

ASPE is participating in National Engineers Week, being held February 20-26, 2011.

CPD Exam Registration Is Open

Registration for the 2011 Certified in Plumbing Design Examination is now available online.

2010-2012 Board of Directors Elected

At the Business Meeting during the 2010 ASPE Convention in Philadelphia, the chapter delegates elected the 2010-2012 board of directors.

ASPE Hires New Executive Director

James Kendzel has been named ASPE's new executive director starting mid-December.

President Obama Supports Residential Sprinkler Systems

In the second paragraph of his Oct. 1, 2010 Fire Prevention Week Proclamation, President Obama says, “Residential sprinkler systems can give individuals extra time to evacuate a home safely.” Click here to read the proclamation in full.

Former ASPE Board Member Passes Away

Russ Calderwood, ASPE 1978-1982 board member, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Sept. 14.

ASPE's Next Webinar on High-rise Plumbing Systems Is Sept. 22

Register today to learn everything you wanted to know about designing plumbing systems for high-rise buildings.

Follow ASPE on Facebook and Twitter

Learn up-to-the-minute information about ASPE and the 2010 Convention and EPE on our new Facebook and Twitter fan pages.

Registration for the 2010 ASPE Convention Is Open!

An exciting partnership with the ICC and World Toilet Organization will make this the highest-attended Convention ever, so don't delay on registering and reserving your rock-bottom room rate in Philadelphia. Click here for more information.

ASPE Store Is Back Online!

The ASPE online store is up and running again. Thank you for your patience while we corrected the technical difficulty.

ASPE and ICC Sign Memorandum of Understanding

The American Society of Plumbing Engineers has signed its first memorandum of understanding in its history with the International Code Council.

Does Your Company Deserve an ASPE Industry Award?

ASPE is taking nominations for the 2010 ASPE Industry Award, given to companies for outstanding service in the advancement of plumbing engineering technology.

Long-time ASPE Member Passes Away

Tom Meacham, past ASPE board member, passed away March 31.

ASPE Charters Its 61st Chapter!

Seattle joins ASPE as the Society's newest chapter.

ASPE Announces a New Professional Development Opportunity

Learn how to use BIM and the International and Uniform Plumbing Codes to enhance your designs at ASPE's new regional workshops.

New ASPE Member Benefit Announced

As a new member benefit, ASPE members may reserve conference space at the ASPE Headquarters to meet with out-of-town clients or design team members.

Showcase Your Knowledge at the 2010 ASPE Convention!

ASPE currently is soliciting submissions for technical education sessions at its 2010 Convention in Philadelphia. » Full Story

Susan Kennedy Joins ASPE as Director of Marketing

Industry veteran Susan Kennedy, formerly of Sloan Valve, has joined the American Society of Plumbing Engineers as Director of Marketing.