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INDUSTRY NEWS RPA to join IAPMO group


ONTARIO, CALIF.— The Radiant Panel Association (RPA) has reached agreement with the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) to work together to expand a burgeoning market, furthering the goals and objectives of an important facet of the heating and cooling industry. RPA and IAPMO have contracted


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for IAPMO to acquire key RPA assets, pending ratification of the agreement by the RPA membership. The RPA board has voted to enthusiastically recommend that membership support the agreement for the expanded benefits it will promulgate on behalf of the industry. Aided by the assets acquired, IAPMO will be able to service the industry needs of the RPA membership as IAPMO does for the plumbing, mechanical, swimming pool, spa, hot tub and solar industries. The manufacturers, distributors,


designers, dealers and installers of radiant panel heating and cooling systems and components that are presently members of the RPA will have the opportunity to join IAPMO. With IAPMO, radiant panel industry members will take part in an expanded scope of activity symbolized by an updated logo created by IAPMO. The RPA seeks to facilitate communication and cooperation among those interested in the advancement of the radiant panel heating and cooling industry, primarily in North America. These


efforts will now be led by IAPMO. As the sponsor of the American


National Standard‐designated Uniform Plumbing Code® Uniform Mechanical Code®


(UPC), (UMC),


Uniform Solar Energy Code® (USEC) and Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code® (USPC), IAPMO members are dedicated to working in concert with government and industry for safe, sanitary plumbing and mechanical systems. In addition to product testing and listing services, IAPMO also develops standards, delivers technical education in support of its codes and standards and certifies journeymen and inspectors. Incoming members will


immediately have the tenure of their RPA membership recognized in good standing by IAPMO, as well as receiving the added new advantage of becoming IAPMO members, with accompanying benefits including: •A role in shaping the codes that


govern the design, installation, methods and materials employed by the plumbing, mechanical and solar systems in our homes and businesses; • Access to a team of technical


experts to provide answers and analysis; • Professional publications


delivering timely news and critical technical information; • Expanded networking


opportunities; and • Enhanced visibility for the


Radiant Professionals Alliance worldwide.


Viega ProPress system for stainless gains industry certification


WICHITA, KAN.— The Viega ProPress®


system for stainless steel


obtained certification through the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) for its 1


/2" to 4"


size fittings. The system, consisting of stainless


steel pipe, valves and fittings, provides a faster, more reliable, flameless way to make water-tight and gas-tight stainless steel connections. The fittings were submitted for


approval under the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) code for pressure piping, B31. This code outlines requirements for piping that is found in a variety of industrial applications, including petroleum refineries, chemical,


pharmaceutical, textile, paper, semiconductor and cryogenic plants. The system meets the ASME


requirements for dimension, pressure and temperature ratings, materials, identification markings and service that demonstrate a high standard of safety. This certification approves the Viega ProPress system for use with boiler piping, compressed air, chilled water and other piping applications. ASME’s technical standards


improve safety and efficiency and are accepted in over 100 countries as operating standards. For more information on Viega’s


ProPress system for stainless steel, visit www.TheTorchIsPast.com.


Mr. Rooter president announces veteran hiring commitments


WACO, TEXAS— Along with First Lady Michelle Obama, Mary Kennedy Thompson, president of Mr. Rooter®


Corporation and


chairwoman of the International Franchise Association’s VetFran Committee, announced “Operation Enduring Opportunity.” With veteran unemployment


rates of 11.7 percent, the IFA launched this campaign to offer returning veterans career paths in franchising. It includes the commitment of the franchising industry’s more than 825,000 franchise establishments to hire and recruit 75,000 veterans and 5,000 wounded warriors by 2014.


Dormont launches upgraded website


EXPORT, PA.— Dormont has upgraded its website, offering a new design that reflects the company’s focus on innovative solutions for gas connectivity and an updated navigation that makes product information easier to find. The redesign also includes a logo update; the new Dormont logotype now features a prominent gas flame that communicates the company’s ongoing strength in gas, while offering an aesthetic more in line with the company’s reputation for sleek, high-quality solutions. Check out the new site at www.dormont.com.


InSinkErator announces promotion winner


RACINE, WIS.— InSinkErator recently announced the grand prize winner of the company’s


“Are you smarter?” promotion. From May through August, InSinkErator hosted a series of four online training programs. Each month, the first 100 designers to complete the module were entered for the chance to win prizes. Those who completed all four modules gained automatic entry to win the grand prize — a vacation getaway at the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Papagayo resort in Costa Rica.


Meghan Aberle of Baths &


Beyond, Western Steel & Plumbing in Bismarck, N.D., was selected as the grand prize winner. For more information on


InSinkErator, www.insinkerator.com.


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