PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, TESTING, CERTIFICATION
An all-encompassing system combining state of the art codes and standards with a certification body developed to list products to those necessary performance standards
INTRODUCTION
IAPMO India Private Limited (known as IAPMO India) was founded in 2007 with offices at Bengaluru and Pune. IAPMO India and the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA) began, and continue to foster, a strong and essential partnership to better provide for the industry. The latest and most comprehensive plumbing codes and training and education programs for code-based plumbing installations and maintenance for all of India developed from this partnership.
The Uniform Plumbing Code – India (UPC-I), based on IAPMO’s globally recognized flagship document, was released in 2008, and a subsequent version released in 2011, 2017 and 2022. In addition, the team of IAPMO India and IPA has also developed and released the Uniform Solar Energy Code – India (USEC-I), the Green Plumbing Code Supplement – India (GPCS-I), and the Uniform Swimming Pool Code – India (USPC-I). This team of experts expanded its portfolio in 2011 by responding to the needs of the market and developing a water efficient ratings scheme, titled Water Efficient Products –India (2011WEP-I) and subsequently WEP-I was further released in 2013, 2017 and 2024. Prior to this “Water Efficient Products-India (WEP-I)”, no rating system for water efficient products existed in India, and has since published and implemented this scheme pan India to assist efforts in reducing water usage through efficient fixtures.
ANNOUNCEMENT
NEW OFFICE AND LABORATORY NOW OPEN
We are thrilled to announce the grand inauguration of our new office and state-of-the-art laboratory, “Navarambh – a New Beginning of IAPMO India," located at No. 38/1 and No. 38/2, Ahmed Plaza, Bertena Agrahara (beside SGS Lab and PES University). This milestone marks a significant step forward in our journey. The inauguration was celebrated with an invitation-only ceremony, during which IAPMO Chief Technical Officer Tom Palkon officially opened the new office and laboratory. The event also featured a tour of our state-of-the-art facilities, followed by a networking session and cocktail dinner.
THE INDIAN PLUMBING ASSOCIATION
The Indian Plumbing Association (IPA), established in 1993, is the apex body of plumbing professionals in the country. Set up with an objective to promote advancements in plumbing and the building service industry, IPA has successfully created a forum for exchange of ideas and dissemination of information amongst its members. As a member of the World Plumbing Council, it encourages its members to achieve and maintain high standards of workmanship.
IPA’s membership includes architects, builders, plumbing consultants, plumbing contractors, plumbing product manufacturers, traders and planners. IPA also conducts conferences and exhibitions throughout India and publishes the monthly magazine Indian Plumbing Today. The idea is to make local plumbing professionals aware of issues, problems and prospects in the industry. IPA along with IAPMO India has succeeded in creating awareness about the need for safe plumbing, and is now ready to assist the Indian professionals with improving their skills and expertise.
NEWS
LATEST INDIA UPDATES
IAPMO India Introduces 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code – India at ACREX 2024
IAPMO India, the leading authority on plumbing, mechanical, and water quality, proudly announced the launch of the much-anticipated 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code – India (2024 UMC-I) last week at ACREX 2024, the premier exhibition for air conditioning, refrigeration, and building services in India.
IWSH Improving Access to Hygiene Facilities for American Indian Students at Bacone College
The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) team, with support from volunteers, constructed a laundry facility for the students living on campus at Bacone College, Oklahoma’s oldest operating institution of higher learning, which has served American Indian students for 140 years.
IAPMO India 15th Anniversary Stakeholder Meeting
The International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) group is a US based organisation founded in 1926 to protect public health through better plumbing and water management practices. IAPMO India, established in 2007, hosted a Stakeholder Meeting titled “Let’s Talk Safety, Quality, & Sustainability (SQS)”