This newsletter is part of a continuous series released bi-monthly by the International Code Council's Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas (PMG) Technical Resources Team. From the latest developments in ICC initiatives within the PMG space, to industry news spanning the globe, this newsletter will help you stay in the know.
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The Latest from the PMG Team
Highlights from the 50th Annual CIB W062 Symposium
Held from Aug. 24-27 at the University of Miami, the symposium brought together leading researchers, engineers, academics and industry professionals to explore the future of water in the built environment. The symposium’s broad scope reflected the complexity and interdisciplinary nature of water services and drainage systems in buildings.
A New Plumbing Non-Profit Empowering Communities Across the United States
"Pipeline" is just getting started, with their next project involving working with the Rapid City Police Department to restore plumbing needs in Star Village, a low-income housing development with substantial plumbing issues.
EPA’s Technology Transitions Program Related to A2L Refrigerants (Q4 2025 Update)
Our experts address persisting questions within the HVAC industry and building code enforcement world with regards to the HFC refrigerant phasedown and the subsequent transition to A2L refrigerants.
Dylan Smith packed his tools, thermal gear and sense of adventure for a six-month placement at the Davis Research Station, one of Australia’s three permanent research bases on the icy continent. It was a rare opportunity to test his plumbing skills in the most remote and extreme environment on Earth.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Celebrates New Plumbing Apprenticeship School in Beech Grove
The groundbreaking ceremony of the new Mechanical Skills, Inc. Plumbing Apprenticeship School in Beech Grove, Indiana, marks a major investment in the future of plumbing education and skilled trades workforce development across the region.
The Critical Necessity of Fuel Gas Inspections (& Fuel Gas Inspection Protocol Survey)
Fuel gas inspections are the frontline defense against potential disasters. This proactive approach not only enhances safety but also promotes energy efficiency, helping to lower utility costs.
2025 USA Elite Trades Championship Series to be Featured on CBS Sports Network
Sponsored by ICC, the ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series is a prominent event across the skilled trades industries, celebrating the expertise and craftsmanship of professionals across multiple disciplines, including plumbing and HVAC.
Mark Fasel, ICC Director of PMG Technical Resources, shares his expert insights on the cost, speed and safety benefits of trenchless relining technologies with Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times.
ICC Honors Building Safety Professionals with 2025 Awards
The PMG Leadership Award is given to an individual or organization for exceptional service to the plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and swimming pool/spa (PMG) industry. This year’s recipient is Spencer Brown, Director of Sales for Pfister Faucets and Project Lead of American Plumber Stories.
ICC Voting Members Elect 2025–2026 Board Officers and Directors
ICC members welcomed a new slate of officers and directors to its 2025–2026 Board of Directors on Oct. 20, 2025, at the 2025 Annual Conference in Cleveland, OH. Three senior officers were elected to the Executive Committee and five directors (two sectional and three at-large) were elected or re-elected to serve on the board by eligible ICC voting members.
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