When plumbing engineers design systems for multi-family buildings, the stakes are high. Construction schedules are tight. Budgets are locked. And design fees are fixed, making every hour of ...

Larry Konopacz, manager of training and education at the Little Red Schoolhouse reviewed some interesting stats regarding water: People living in residential areas in North America and Japan use about ...

Higher flow velocities lead to better water quality by increasing residual disinfectants and reducing microbial activity and nitrification Smaller diameter pipes (3/8") benefit most from high flow ...

The Premise Plumbing Flow Rates, Linear Velocity, and Nitrification study, sponsored by the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association, is a crucial first step toward the ultimate goal: obtaining clear, ...