The U.S. has cut per capita water usage by 10% from 2005 to 2015, thanks to water-efficient plumbing products that saved over $135 billion. As climate change increases water shortage risks, the plumbing supply chain must adapt to evolving efficiency standards.
NSF International Standard 53 is internationally recognized as the benchmark for water filtration systems’ effectiveness in reducing specific health-related contaminants.Â
ASA's Advocacy initiatives focus on representing its members and the entire PHCC and PVF supply chains in developing model codes that impact those supply chains.
ASA Codes and Standards team attended major meetings in 2024 to represent members. ASA is a voting member on ASME A-112 Standard Committee, which develops plumbing standards.
Jim Kendzel was appointed to serve as a voting member on two key ASHRAE standards committees having a direct impact on both the PHCP and PVF supply chains.
Some of you are probably aware of the model code process and how it impacts the supply chains we are involved, but I thought I would take the time to explain how it may impact your business.
During this last quarter, I have had the opportunity to be part of an aggressive development project related to revisions to existing Product Category Rules (PCRs) for the following plumbing fixtures: electronic bidet seats, residential toilets, commercial lavatory faucets, commercial toilets, and commercial urinals.