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Spray Foam Outlets Launches Exclusive Igloo Foam Brand of Spray Foam Insulation

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

NEW CANAAN, Conn., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spray Foam Outlets, a reputable distributor of premium spray foam products and equipment, takes a bold leap forward in the industry by introducing its signature brand of spray foam: Igloo Foam. This strategic move signifies a pivotal moment for Spray Foam Outlets as it diversifies its offerings, providing customers with an exclusive line of cutting-edge foam solutions.

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  • Spray Foam Outlets adds an exclusive Igloo Foam brand to its product portfolio, diversifying product offerings and elevating industry standards.
  • NEW CANAAN, Conn., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spray Foam Outlets, a reputable distributor of premium spray foam products and equipment, takes a bold leap forward in the industry by introducing its signature brand of spray foam: Igloo Foam.
  • Already known for its commitment to delivering a variety of top-quality products in the spray foam space, Spray Foam Outlets has taken the next step by introducing Igloo Foam.
  • Spray Foam Outlets is proud to announce that it has already received third-party approvals from IAPMO for its entire line of spray foam products.

Aquasana Claryum® Direct Connect Water Filter Selected as a Good Housekeeping 2023 Best Kitchen Gear, Coffee & Tea Award Winner

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Aquasana, a leading maker of high-performance water filters for the home, announced today that the Claryum® Direct Connect under sink water filtration system was named a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2023 Best Kitchen Gear, Coffee & Tea Awards. Designed for easy, DIY installation and maximum contaminant reduction, the fast-flowing Claryum® Direct Connect filter was awarded in the Hydration Station category. The full list of awards can be found at goodhousekeeping.com/kitchengearawards2023.

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  • Aquasana's under sink system recognized in Good Housekeeping's 2023 Best Kitchen Gear, Coffee & Tea Awards
    AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Aquasana, a leading maker of high-performance water filters for the home, announced today that the Claryum® Direct Connect under sink water filtration system was named a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2023 Best Kitchen Gear, Coffee & Tea Awards.
  • Designed for easy, DIY installation and maximum contaminant reduction, the fast-flowing Claryum® Direct Connect filter was awarded in the Hydration Station category.
  • "We're incredibly honored that our Claryum Direct Connect under sink filter has been named a Good Housekeeping 2023 Best Kitchen Gear, Coffee & Tea Award winner," said Derek Mellencamp, general manager at Aquasana.
  • "Claryum Direct Connect was designed specifically to provide easier access to better quality drinking water, and receiving this award is incredible validation."

Brondell makes business more sustainable with the first-ever commercial bidet toilet seat

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brondell, an innovator of health and personal care technologies in North America, is proud to release the Swash Thinline T22 Bidet Toilet Seat with Open Front Less Cover—the first of its kind. Give any public bathroom a hygienic and luxurious upgrade with a commercial bidet designed to reduce toilet paper usage (and the eco-waste it takes to produce it).

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  • Give any public bathroom a hygienic and luxurious upgrade with a commercial bidet designed to reduce toilet paper usage (and the eco-waste it takes to produce it).
  • Previously, a commercial bidet toilet seat that met Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) requirements for public restrooms didn't exist.
  • This industry-leading commercial bidet provides a sustainable solution for private and publicly-owned businesses and buildings.
  • The Swash Thinline T22 Bidet Toilet Seat with Open Front Less Cover will be available on Brondell.com early next year, listed for $1632.00.

National Institute of Building Sciences Sets Agenda for Building Innovation 2023

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Monday, August 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The schedule for the National Institute of Building Sciences annual meeting, Building Innovation 2023, is final.

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  • Keynote speakers include HUD Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman and Trimble Vice President & Executive Director Albert H. Anoubon Momo
    WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The schedule for the National Institute of Building Sciences annual meeting, Building Innovation 2023 , is final.
  • BI2023 keynote speakers are Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman, of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Trimble Vice President and Executive Director Albert H. Anoubon Momo.
  • Building Innovation is one of the premiere meetings for all who impact the built environment to find solutions.
  • Sessions will cover building performance and sustainability, resilience, technology, and workforce.

Introducing GlacierFresh Gravity Water Filter: Pure Innovation

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Monday, July 31, 2023

With an increased filter capacity of 3+3, the GlacierFresh Gravity Water Filter offers an unmatched advantage.

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  • With an increased filter capacity of 3+3, the GlacierFresh Gravity Water Filter offers an unmatched advantage.
  • While other filters can only remove 30%-40% of fluoride, the Glacier Fresh gravity water filter excels with industry-leading 90% fluoride removal.
  • Through continuous research and development, Glacier Fresh pioneers innovative water filtration solutions.Their products, including the GlacierFresh Gravity Water Filter, are certified by IAPMO, NSF/ANSI 42, and 53, guaranteeing the highest quality and safety.
  • With its durable construction, ultimate filtration, and innovative technology, this gravity filter provides clean and pure water for your everyday needs.

Young Plumbers to Showcase Skills for a Sustainable Future at ISH 2023 Frankfurt

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

FRANKFURT, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) and the World Plumbing Council (WPC) will host 12 young plumbers from seven different countries at ISH 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, to showcase the job skills needed by today's plumbing professionals.

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  • FRANKFURT, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) and the World Plumbing Council (WPC) will host 12 young plumbers from seven different countries at ISH 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, to showcase the job skills needed by today's plumbing professionals.
  • In the latest edition of the WPC-IWSH Plumbing Champions program, the plumbers will assemble pre-wall frame systems and internal plumbing during the first three days of the ISH show.
  • "Plumbing Champions is a first for ISH Frankfurt 2023," said Stefan Seitz, Messe Frankfurt's director of Brand Management for ISH 2023.
  • Participants will install plumbing systems designed by Geberit, a European leader in sanitary products working in partnership with the Frankfurt branch of Innung SHK.

The IAPMO Group Launches March4Water Month to Recognize Plumbing Systems' Vital Role in Building Community Resilience, Protecting Public Health

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

"Extreme weather events, sea level rise, and the aging infrastructure systems that govern our water supply increase the risks to our families without strong science-based codes and standards."

Key Points: 
  • "Extreme weather events, sea level rise, and the aging infrastructure systems that govern our water supply increase the risks to our families without strong science-based codes and standards."
  • March4Water features a range of activities and resources designed to educate and engage the public, including:
    A Plumbing Resiliency Toolkit for Communities that review best practices for plumbing codes based on local water need.
  • The IAPMO Group supports ease of implementation for advanced water technologies by geographic region with detailed customization options.
  • Sponsor of the Uniform Codes, IAPMO® — The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials —
    works in concert with government and industry for safe, sanitary, and resilient plumbing and mechanical systems.

St. Louis Updates Plumbing Code to 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- City of St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones has signed legislation adopting the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Official's (IAPMO) the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), updating the city's code from the 2009 edition of the UPC.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- City of St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones has signed legislation adopting the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Official's (IAPMO) the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), updating the city's code from the 2009 edition of the UPC.
  • The adoption was recommended by the city's Committee of Plumbing Code Review and has the enthusiastic support of St. Louis' plumbing industry.
  • Other noteworthy updates in the 2021 edition include:
    "Updating the Uniform Plumbing Code as recommended by the city's Committee of Plumbing Code Review ensures St. Louis residents have access to the most progressive, sustainable, and resilient plumbing code available," Alderman Narayan said.
  • "The adoption of the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code is the highest level of health and safety protection and will benefit all citizens of St. Louis well into the future."

The Chicago Faucet Company Celebrates 15 Year Partnership with EPA WaterSense

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chicago Faucet Company (CFC), a Geberit Group company, is proud to celebrate its 15-year partnership with WaterSense, a program sponsored by the EPA. Both company brands, Chicago Faucets and Geberit join WaterSense in promoting efficiency and enhancing the market for water efficient products, programs and practices while protecting the future of our nation's water supply. Both of the company's brands: Chicago Faucets and Geberit offer products that are WaterSense listed.

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  • The Chicago Faucet Company (CFC), a Geberit Group company, is proud to celebrate its 15-year partnership with WaterSense, a program sponsored by the EPA.
  • DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chicago Faucet Company (CFC), a Geberit Group company, is proud to celebrate its 15-year partnership with WaterSense, a program sponsored by the EPA.
  • Both the Chicago Faucet Company along with our parent company in Europe, the Geberit Group take sustainability seriously.
  • For additional information, contact The Chicago Faucet Company at 2100 South Clearwater Drive, Des Plaines, IL 60018, or call 800-566-2100 or visit chicagofaucets.com .

Updated Building Efficiency System Tool™ (BEST 6.1) Now Available for Download

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A significant upgrade to the Hydronic Industry Alliance-Commercial's (HIA-C) Building Efficiency System Tool™ (BEST), the interactive commercial building HVAC system efficiency comparison application, is now available for download at https://forms.iapmo.org/hiac/software_register.aspx .

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A significant upgrade to the Hydronic Industry Alliance-Commercial's (HIA-C) Building Efficiency System Tool™ (BEST), the interactive commercial building HVAC system efficiency comparison application, is now available for download at https://forms.iapmo.org/hiac/software_register.aspx .
  • BEST 6.1 factors in this surge at peak heating and cooling temperatures and displays the maximum electrical demand each system would incur on a Demand Energy Efficiency Ratio (DEER) screen.
  • The update also enables the calculation of heat recovery or "netting" the energy in a building.
  • To learn more about the HIA-C and the Radiant Professionals Alliance, or to join this important efficiency advocacy effort, visit www.HIA-C.org and www.radiantpros.org .