Best IAPMO Podcasts (2024)

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Pipe Sizing for Storm Drain Performance - Insights from the IAPMO/ASPE White Paper 25:56

21d ago25:56

25:56

Join IAPMO experts Dan Cole and Christoph Lohr for a technical exploration of storm drainage system design and the critical equations engineers need to calculate effect flow rates through piping. Among the key insights is the impact of pipe material on flow velocity. For instance, PVC and cast iron pipes of the same size can have vastly different f…

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Legionella in Water: Why the General Services Administration Took Action on Water Quality 29:10

14h ago29:10

29:10

In this episode, we discuss the General Services Administration (GSA) order to address the risk of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens in the water systems of GSA-controlled buildings. The GSA, which owns 1,600 federal buildings and leases space in over 6,500 buildings nationwide, was spurred to action after detecting elevated levels of Legio…

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Rebuilding Paradise: Lessons in Plumbing Resilience After Catastrophic Wildfire 16:38

8d ago16:38

16:38

In this powerful episode, we delve into the reconstruction journey of Paradise, California following the devastating 2018 Camp Fire that destroyed more than 18,000 structures and killed 85 people. Our guest, Tony Lindsey, Paradise Building Official and Fire Marshal, shares his unique perspective as both a building official and a resident who lost h…

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Water Use in Single-Family and Multi-Family Homes 13:31

1M ago13:31

13:31

In this episode, we discuss challenges and opportunities in residential water use and efficiency. Our expert guest, Andrew D. Morris, Senior Manager of Policy & Programs with the Alliance For Water Efficiency, shares how water consumption in single-family and multi-family homes has evolved over the years, including a 15% decrease in indoor water us…

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Innovations and Policies Shaping Water Conservation in the Built Environment 23:26

1M ago23:26

23:26

In this episode, Green Builder Media CEO Sara Gutterman delves into strategies and technologies that revolutionize water conservation in the built environment, from advanced irrigation systems to smart water management technologies. We explore the government policies and regulations in driving these initiatives and discuss the critical role of comm…

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The Water Energy Nexus: Demonstrating Energy Savings in WaterSense-Labeled Homes 23:56

2M ago23:56

23:56

In this episode, Jonah Schein, Technical Coordinator for Homes and Buildings with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WaterSense® program, demonstrates how water-efficiency measures also save energy and reduce carbon emissions, using data from 219 WaterSense-labeled homes in Menifee, California. Jonah describes how every gallon of water …

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Top Plumbing Industry Trends in Plumbing from Mechanical Hub 17:04

2M ago17:04

17:04

In this insightful episode, Mechanical Hub hosts Tim Ward and John Messenbrink discuss three major plumbing industry trends: the push towards electrification, artificial Intelligence (AI), and the skilled trade gap, especially as it relates to attracting a more diverse workforce. Regarding electrification, Tim and John note that while electrificati…

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What is Backflow and How Do Communities Mitigate the Public Health Risk 21:58

3M ago21:58

21:58

In this episode, we delve deep into the critical issue of backflow prevention, exploring the latest technologies and methodologies that are transforming the field. Join master plumber Sean Cleary, vice president of operations for the Backflow Prevention Institute (BPI), as we discuss the causes of backflow, the risks to water systems, regulatory co…

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Water Reuse Standards with Sal Aridi: What are the Basics of IAPMO Water Reuse Standards and What you Need to Know 18:06

5M ago18:06

18:06

In this episode, guest Sal Aridi, a professional engineer and director of Special Projects at IAPMO, discusses water reuse. He elaborates on his 25-year career in water technologies and explains the different types of water reuse, such as greywater and blackwater. The conversation covers definitions, standards, and the practicalities of water recyc…

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Structural Water Savings: Can Right Sizing of Water Systems Really Save Water? (The Answer is Yes) 17:40

5M ago17:40

17:40

In this episode host Christoph Lohr discusses structural and behavioral water waste with Jim Lutz, a retired researcher from Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Jim details his career, focusing on water heater efficiency and plumbing systems, and explains how his research has shown the significance of structural waste in residential plumbing, particula…

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ASPE PE Working Group: An Update on ASPE's Effort to Give Plumbing Engineers a Test for Their License (And Why it Didn't Exist Before) 15:49

5M ago15:49

15:49

In this episode, we welcome David Dexter, a professional engineer with over 40 years of experience in the plumbing trade. Dexter discusses his transition from a master plumber to a professional engineer and his active involvement in the ASPE Professional Engineering Working Group. They highlight the importance of a specialized plumbing engineering …

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Seattle King County WDC Mandate: Why Seattle-King County Plans on Mandating the WDC For Multifamily Buildings 17:11

5M ago17:11

17:11

On this week’s episode, we’re going to be talking about how Seattle improved water savings and reduced new construction costs through accurate pipe sizing. Seattle recently mandated the use of the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator® for multifamily residences, also known as R2 occupancies. The inclusion of Appendix M in the city’s plumbing codes puts Se…

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Zeroing in on Water Conservation: A Conversation with Sara Gutterman from Green Builder Media 15:19

6M ago15:19

15:19

In this episode, host Christoph Lohr welcomes Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media, to discuss the pressing issue of water sustainability in building practices. Sara emphasizes the importance of water conservation and quality, highlighting innovative solutions such as net-zero water impact plans, appropriate water pricing, and the adoption of…

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ASSE 12000 Series: Promoting Water Safety through ASSE 12060 and 12080 Credentials 25:06

6M ago25:06

25:06

In this episode Tony Marcello, IAPMO senior vice president of Training and Credential Services, returns to discuss the ASSE 12000 series, focusing on ASSE 12060, ASSE 12080 and Legionella prevention. The standard is crucial for those working in health care facilities to conduct risk assessments and develop water management plans to protect occupant…

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The Water Demand Calculator in California: Unleashing Energy and Water Savings Through Right-Sizing - A Conversation with PG&E and 2050 Strategic Partners 24:15

6M ago24:15

24:15

In this episode we welcome guests Kelly Cunningham from PG&E and Steffi Becking from 2050 Partners to discuss the adoption of the Water Demand Calculator in California. They delve into the significance of this adoption, highlighting its potential to save water, energy, and construction costs while improving building efficiency and sustainability. S…

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Water Quality for Plumbing Professionals and Construction Practices for Potable Water Review: ESPRI Helping to Educate the Plumbing Industry 38:09

6M ago38:09

38:09

In this episode we welcome Tim Bartrand, executive director of ESPRI, and Gary Burlingame, senior scientist with ESPRI, to discuss water quality and construction practices for potable water. We’ll delve into bridging the gap between water utilities and building plumbing systems, emphasizing the significance of factors like pH, alkalinity, and disin…

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IAPMO ANSI Z1324 Benefits and Water Reuse: How IAPMO Product Standards Promote New Technology Use with Wahaso 31:49

7M ago31:49

31:49

Local jurisdictions and states have varying rules when it comes to water reuse. Join us for an insightful discussion with Stuart Bailin from Wahaso as we delve into the world of water reuse and purification. Learn about the process of harvesting water from rainwater, groundwater, stormwater condensate, and greywater, and the subsequent cleaning, sa…

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Bridgewater, New Jersey Flood FEMA Reimbursement: : A Conversation with Building Official and Fire Marshal Tony Lindsey 18:18

7M ago18:18

18:18

On this episode, we talk with Steven Rodzinak, director of code enforcement for the borough of Bound Brook, New Jersey about if specific building codes hurt or help FEMA reimbursement. Bridgewater, New Jersey is situated on a floodplain of the Raritan River and has experienced devastating floods for decades from Hurricane Dora in 1971 to Hurricane …

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Emerging Water Technologies Symposium Preview - The Nexus Between Sustainability and Safety: Avoiding Unintended Consequences 15:45

7M ago15:45

15:45

The EWTS provides a unique opportunity to meet well-known experts from across the globe. Participants are able to discover ideas and approaches about emerging technologies that benefit drinking water and wastewater systems, improve efficiency, and preserve public health. Of particular interest is how these new technologies help cope with drought, r…

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Raising the Bar in the Industrial Water Treatment Industry with Scaling UP! H2O Podcast Host Trace Blackmore 17:36

1y ago17:36

17:36

Scaling UP! H2O podcast features weekly podcast episodes and daily digital content across social media platforms. With over 10,000 monthly downloads and a ranking in the top 3% of all podcasts globally by Listen Notes, Scaling UP! H2O serves as an invaluable, free educational resource for professionals in the water industry. On this episode, we'll …

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What is the Best Policy Approach to Implementing Water Recycling? Lessons from Oregon 11:00

1y ago11:00

11:00

Water is facing alarming stress levels in the U. S. from drought and drinking water pollution, but outdated policies and inefficient use of water resources leave us vulnerable to a future where safe drinking water scarcity can no longer be ignored. On this episode, we'll be speaking with Pete Muñoz, EcoDistricts AP senior engineer and practice lead…

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Putting Water Front and Center with Epic Cleantec Co-Founder + CEO 15:41

1y ago15:41

15:41

Aaron Tartakovsky, co-founder and CEO of Epic Cleantec, highlighted the newfound prominence of water during the renowned World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos this year. On this episode, we'll be speaking with Tartakovsky about the convergence of technology, regulations, and innovative business models aimed at tackling water-related climat…

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Can Hospitals Safely Reuse Water? 14:33

1y ago14:33

14:33

The high volume of wastewater generated by hospitals is a challenge for engineers that want to promote safety and sustainability. Not only that, but due to waterborne pathogen concerns, hospitals are set to flush even more water to drain in an effort to control water age. On this episode, we'll be speaking with Bob Salvatelli, director of Water Org…

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What is the Best Policy Approach to Implementing Water Recycling? Lessons from Vancouver 15:46

1y ago15:46

15:46

The city of Vancouver is consistently named among the world's most desirable places to live and the region is expected to add nearly 1 million more residents by 2050. Massive development leads to growing pains for any city, and for Vancouver, the dirty secret was insufficient sewer capacity. On this episode, we'll be speaking with Chris Radziminski…

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Can Shower Filters Prevent Legionella? 14:20

1y ago14:20

14:20

We usually think about the Legionella threat in terms of hospitals and buildings. But did you know the Legionella threat can impact home water systems too? Joining us for the second time, on this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Janet Stout, executive vice president and founder of Special Pathogens Laboratory, who will discuss the threats of Legi…

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How Filters Can Remove Lead from Drinking Water 10:21

1+ y ago10:21

10:21

Relief is finally coming for the more than 9 million homes and buildings still serviced by lead pipelines, as federal infrastructure funds are making replacements possible. But those projects take time, and lead in drinking water remains a threat right now, especially to children where even low levels of lead exposure can cause permanent cognitive …

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What To Know About Water Filters and Drinking Water Quality 14:48

1+ y ago14:48

14:48

Did you know that water filters can mitigate lead, PFAs, and legionella threats? But not all of them. Many people are familiar with water filters — such as those built into refrigerators and pitchers inside the refrigerator. Water filters to improve drinking water quality and mitigate legionella bacteria in the shower are quite different, however, …

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How Filters Can Remove PFAS from Drinking Water 10:58

1+ y ago10:58

10:58

The U.S. Geological Survey has found that at least 45% of the nation's tap water is estimated to have one or more types of chemicals known as per or polyfluorinated alcohol substances, otherwise known as PFAS. PFAs are harmful chemicals that contaminate our drinking water. Fixing water systems to reduce the risk to human health is a priority, but t…

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Travis Loop (waterloop), Dr. Christine Curtis (Pacific Institute), and Spencer Brown (American Plumber Stories) 32:12

1+ y ago32:12

32:12

On this episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical, we speak with Travis Loop, founder and host of the nonprofit media outlet waterloop; Dr. Christine Curtis (formerly DeMyers), research associate at the Pacific Institute; and Spencer Brown, director of Sales for Pfister Faucets, and also the executive producer of American Plumber St…

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George McGraw, Chad Seidel, and Gabe Pinchev 40:01

2y ago40:01

40:01

Welcome to this episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical. In our first segment, we speak with George McGraw, founder and CEO of Dig Deep. In our policy segment, we speak with Chad Seidel, President at Corona Environmental Consulting LLC, adjunct professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a council member with the Water a…

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Anish Desai, Adam Cory, and Markus Lenger 30:01

2+ y ago30:01

30:01

On this episode, we speak with Anish Desai, Senior vice president of product certification at IAPMO R&T, about product certification at IAPMO R&T in our News segment; Adam Cory, Founder and Business Unit Leader of ThermoGrid at ECI Software Solutions, about how businesses in the trades can utilize cloud-based business management software in our Tre…

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Brian Courtright of Lubrizol / Corzan CPVC 18:35

2+ y ago18:35

18:35

On this episode, we have a chat with Brian Courtright, national sales engineer for Lubrizol Corporation representing Corzan CPVC . Get in touch with Brian at Brian.Courtright@Lubrizol.com and learn more about Corzan CPVC at www.corzan.com.By IAPMO

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Episode 5: Troy Benavidez and Sherry Bradley 24:37

2+ y ago24:37

24:37

On this episode, we'll be speaking with Troy Benavidez, Government Relations and Policy for LIXIL International, about the skilled labor gap in the plumbing profession and sanitation issues around the world, and Sherry Bradley, director of the Bureau of Environmental Services for the state of Alabama, about the Black Belt Unincorporated Wastewater …

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Episode 4: Kerry Stackpole, Pete DeMarco, and Nimish Shah, Ph.D 36:01

2+ y ago36:01

36:01

On this episode, we'll be speaking with a returning guest, Kerry Stackpole, CEO and executive director for Plumbing Manufacturers International, in our news and information segment; Pete DeMarco, IAPMO executive vice president of Advocacy and Research, in our policy segment, and Nimish Shah, Ph.D., and managing director of IAPMO India, in our good …

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Episode 3: Lance MacNevin, Sean Cleary, Jeremy Meyers & Trevor Martin 32:33

2+ y ago32:33

32:33

acNevin, Director of Engineering for PPI's Building & Construction Division, in our News segment; Sean Cleary, Vice President of Operations for IAPMO's Backflow Prevention Institute, in our Trends segment; and Trevor Martin and Jeremy Meyers, both of Local UA 400 out of Northeast Wisconsin. Contact Lance MacNevin by email at lmacnevin@plasticpipe.o…

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Episode 2: Gary Klein, Brian Potter & Jed Scheuermann 29:58

3y ago29:58

29:58

On this episode, we'll be speaking with Gary Klein, managing director at Gary Klein and Associates, in our policy segment; Brian Potter, structural department manager at DEVITA Inc. in our news segment, and Jed Scheuermann, IAPMO Region 2 field manager and North American program director for IWSH, in our good vibe segment. Contact Gary Klein by ema…

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Episode 1: Dain Hansen, Darion Ziegler & Michael Lavoie 50:14

3y ago50:14

50:14

Welcome to Season Two of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical. This season will be a little bit different than Season One. In Season Two, each episode will feature three short sections with three different guests. Our first section will be policy and things that are impacting jurisdictions. Our second segment will be news and information …

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Season 2 of The Authority Podcast Coming Soon 1:00

3y ago1:00

1:00

Get ready for Season 2 of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical! This season will be a little bit different than Season 1. In this season, each episode will feature three short segments with three different guests. Our first section will cover policy and things that are impacting jurisdictions. Our second segment will cover news, informati…

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Episode 09: Kaitlin Harris, Seán Kearney & Emma Robbins 42:32

3+ y ago42:32

42:32

On our final episode of Season 1, we'll finish our conversation about plumbing resiliency with a focus on plumbing equity and bridging plumbing equity gaps. Joining us on this episode are Emma Robbins, DigDeep's Navajo Water Project Executive Director, Kaitlin Harris, DigDeep Field Engineer, and Seán Kearney, Managing Director of the International …

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Episode 08: Kathryn Sorensen 39:04

3+ y ago39:04

39:04

In this episode, we'll discuss the concept of equity — specifically, plumbing and water equity — with Kathryn Sorensen, Director of Research for the Kyl Center for Water Policy and Professor of Practice at the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions. Sorensen served for many years as Director of Phoenix Water Services as well as Dir…

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Episode 07: Ron Jones 32:13

3+ y ago32:13

32:13

In this week's episode, we'll continue our conversation on plumbing resiliency with a focus on sustainability and equity. Our guest this week is Ron Jones, co-founder and president of Green Builder Media, who is recognized as one of the fathers of the green building movement, instrumental in establishing guidelines and programs through NAHB, USGBC,…

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Episode 06 – Part 02: Sarah Porter, Micah Thomas, Pat Sinicropi & Mike Collignon 25:13

3+ y ago25:13

25:13

This is part two of our two-part series where we'll continue our conversation about plumbing resiliency, drought prevention, and water reuse with Sarah Porter, Director of the Kyl Center for Water Policy at Arizona State University’s Morrison Institute for Public Policy; Micah Thomas, Senior Director of Program Development and Compliance at the Gre…

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Episode 06 – Part 01: Sarah Porter, Micah Thomas, Pat Sinicropi & Mike Collignon 25:49

3+ y ago25:49

25:49

This is part one of a two-part series where we'll continue our conversation on plumbing resiliency, expanding a little bit more into the weeds on drought prevention and water reuse with Sarah Porter, Director of the Kyl Center for Water Policy at Arizona State University’s Morrison Institute for Public Policy; Micah Thomas, Senior Director of Progr…

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Episode 05 – Part 02: Emma Hughes, Mike Cudahy, Susan Kapetanovic-Marr & Daryn Cline 26:44

3+ y ago26:44

26:44

Welcome to this week's episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing a Mechanical. This is part two of our two-part series where we'll continue our conversation about plumbing resiliency and sustainability with Emma Hughes, Project Manager in the LEED Department at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC); Mike Cudahy, Regulation and Sustainability Spe…

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Episode 05 – Part 01: Emma Hughes, Mike Cudahy, Susan Kapetanovic-Marr & Daryn Cline 25:15

3+ y ago25:15

25:15

Welcome to this week's episode of “The Authority Podcast: Plumbing & Mechanical.” This is part one of a two-part series where we're going to continue our theme of plumbing resiliency and discuss sustainability issues with Emma Hughes, Project Manager in the LEED Department at the U.S. Green Building Council, also known as USGBC; Mike Cudahy, Regula…

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Episode 04: Rodolfo Perez & Dan Cole 42:50

3+ y ago42:50

42:50

Welcome to this week's episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing & Mechanical. As we have all season long, we're going to continue our conversation of plumbing resiliency. On today's talk, we're going to focus on the overlap between water efficiency and well-being with Rodolfo Perez, Senior Director, Standard Development, for the International WEL…

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Episode 03 – Part 02: Cynthia Campbell, Terrence McCarthy & DougBennet 40:12

3+ y ago40:12

40:12

This is part two of our two-part series where we'll continue our conversation about plumbing resiliency and drought prevention with Cynthia Campbell, water resources management advisor for the City of Phoenix; Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; and Doug Bennett, conservation manager …

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Episode 03 – Part 01: Cynthia Campbell, Terrence McCarthy & DougBennet 25:06

3+ y ago25:06

25:06

This is part one of a two-part series where we'll be speaking about plumbing resiliency, and drought prevention with Cynthia Campbell, water resources management adviser for the city of Phoenix; Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; and finally Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the…

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Episode 02 – Part 02: Dave Viola, Billy Smith & Kerry Stackpole 43:43

3+ y ago43:43

43:43

This is part two of our two-part series where we'll continue our conversation about plumbing resiliency with Dave Viola, CEO of IAPMO, Billy Smith, executive director and CEO of ASPE, and Kerry Stackpole, executive director and CEO of PMI. If you missed part one, we suggest you go back and listen to that episode before continuing here. Viola has mo…

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Episode 02 – Part 01: Dave Viola, Billy Smith & Kerry Stackpole 36:44

3+ y ago36:44

36:44

This is part one of a two-part episode in which we’ll be speaking about plumbing resiliency with Dave Viola, CEO of the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Billy Smith, executive director and CEO of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE); and Kerry Stackpole, executive director and CEO of Plumbing Manu…

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