In simple terms, building codes and standards are about protecting people and property — the result being safe and prosperous communities, which is the heartbeat of any culture. Every rule in every ...

In the plumbing industry, staying on top of codes and standards can be like finding your way through a vast labyrinth that can change at any turn—but if you know what to look for as you go, you’ll ...

NEW YORK, March 15, 2001 — Since 1884, when the first performance test code was developed, ASME International (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) has pioneered the development of codes, ...

In a world where building energy efficiency is increasingly prized, pursued and rewarded, it’s no surprise that it’s also becoming not only expected, but mandated. Energy-related codes and standards ...

Commercial construction projects are reviewed and inspected for compliance with the International Building Code (IBC), Building Technical Codes and the university's Design and Construction Standards.

Jurisdictions in 15 states (in green) and Washington, D.C., have adopted part or all of the International Green Construction Code, integrated in the new release with ASHRAE’s sustainability standard.

[As regards the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL), the situation is slightly different. The new version approved in May 2019 will now be reviewed in order to reflect and incorporate any ...

Interested parties have until May 16 to comment on the final draft of the 2016 Code of Standard Practice for Structural Steel Buildings and Bridges, which the American Institute of Steel Construction ...

Legionnaires’ disease is a serious issue across the United StatesIAPMO’s effort to address this growing concern led to the formation of Appendix N (Impact of Water Temperature on The Potential for ...

Elvis Picardo is a regular contributor to Investopedia and has 25+ years of experience as a portfolio manager with diverse capital markets experience. Dr. JeFreda R. Brown is a financial consultant, ...