Emerging Technology Sponsors

Co-convener:
World Plumbing Council
The mission of the World Plumbing Council is to unite the world plumbing industry to safeguard and protect the environment and the health of nations, for the benefit of all. · To develop and promote the image and standards of the Plumbing Industry worldwide. · To encourage and facilitate the exchange of information, ideas and technology between Plumbing Industry Organizations and individuals worldwide. · To promote and assist in Plumbing Industry Education and Training, recognizing the need for appropriate standards and their international recognition. · To create an awareness of the Plumbing Industry's role in protecting the environment by providing safe fresh water and sanitation through proper management, care, reuse, and conservation of natural resources. · To provide and share information regarding research projects and technology that may be applicable to the Plumbing Industry and the people they serve.
Benefactors:

Mechanical Contractors Association of America and Plumbing Contractors of America
The Mechanical Contractors Association of America and the Plumbing Contractors of America (PCA) gives you the tools you need to develop or enhance these skills. As part of your MCAA membership, the PCA provides you with education and information you can use to compete in today’s changing environment.
National Inspection Testing Certification
National Inspection Testing Certification (NITC) is a third-party provider of certification services to the Piping Industry. We test and certify personnel in the Plumbing, Piping, HVACR and Related Piping Industries. NITC also specializes in Test Development and Test Administration and is ISO 9001:2008 certified and offers a large number of personnel certifications that include but are not limited to Journey and Mastery Levels, Medical Gas, IAPMO Voluntary Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector, and assorted City, County and State Government requirements. NITC is non-discriminatory in accepting applications and issuing certifications to candidates in regards to membership in any trade, association, union, etc., and is in compliance with Federal and State ADA regulations.
Piping Industry Progress & Education
P.I.P.E. was formed in 1980 to improve communications between labor and management, to explore joint approaches to problems and to prevent potential problems, to improve occupational safety and health and other working conditions. The P.I.P.E. Partnership is a 3-way partnership between Labor, Management, and the customer. We are the joint Labor and Management cooperation committee and trust fund for the unionized plumbing, piping and HVACR industries in Southern California. We are the vehicle through which union contractors and union pipe trades workers advance the industry.
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association – Dedicated to the promotion, advancement, education and training of the industry, for the protection of our environment and the health, safety, and comfort of society.
Watts Water Technology
Watts Water Technologies (NYSE: WTS) through its subsidiaries, designs and manufactures water safety and flow control products primarily for the water quality, water safety, water flow control, and water conservation markets in North America, Europe and China. The Watts Water Technologies family of companies has expanded its traditional flow control product lines to include water filtration, radiant heat and instrumentation products to address all of the flow control needs of the worldwide plumbing & heating and water quality markets. This broad array of products, designed to ensure Comfort, Quality, Conservation, Safety and Control, enables many of our customers to purchase all of their plumbing & heating and water quality flow control solutions from one source. Thus, from a small machine shop supplying parts to the textile mills of the 19th century, Watts Water Technologies, Inc. has grown into an international manufacturer of Innovative Water Solutions for the plumbing & heating, and water quality markets.
United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters
With over 300,000 members across North America, representing the plumbing and pipe fitting industry, the United Association is very proud of our membership and our work. Our motto, “We Do It Right the First Time,” shows our integrity and determination to not only do our best, but with expertise. We strive to improve our members’ skills and excellence through our robust training programs.


Patron:
The American Society of Sanitary Engineers (ASSE)
The American Society of Sanitary Engineering is an ANSI Accredited standards developer and professional qualifications body whose members represent all segments of the plumbing industry. ASSE's product performance standards, professional certification and product listing programs are developed in the interest of public health and the society's motto: "Prevention Rather Than Cure."
National Energy Management Institute
The National Energy Management Institute is a not for profit organization jointly funded and managed by the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) and the Sheet Metal Workers' International Association (SMWIA). NEMI identifies emerging market opportunities for its constituents. We develop programs seeking to create or expand employment opportunities for SMWIA members and programs that assist SMACNA contractors.
TOTO USA
TOTO is the world’s largest plumbing products manufacturer. We offer a complete line of commercial and decorative plumbing fixtures and fittings, faucets, accessories, shower and flush valves, as well as lavatories, toilets, Air Baths and urinals. More than 1,500 TOTO engineers and their colleagues are committed to achieving the seamless integration of performance, conservation, technology, and innovation.


Supporters:
ASTM International
ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Known for their high technical quality and market relevancy, ASTM International standards have an important role in the information infrastructure that guides design, manufacturing and trade in the global economy. Standards developed at ASTM are the work of over 30,000 ASTM members. These technical experts represent producers, users, consumers, government and academia from over 120 countries. Participation in ASTM International is open to all with a material interest, anywhere in the world.
Alliance for Water Efficiency
The first national non-profit organization on water efficiency has finally been created. Based in Chicago, the new Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) is building its organization and membership and is launching a comprehensive web site with information on water efficiency programs and research. Announced in 2006 by EPA Administrator Steven Johnson, AWE was created in partnership with numerous national, regional, and state organizations. The Alliance received seed funding from EPA to build a water efficiency information clearinghouse and to work on plumbing and appliance codes and standards issues. The primary role of the organization will be as an advocate for water efficiency research, evaluation, and education.
Bayzone Holdings PTY LTD
With a plumbing background Peter McCallum the inventor of the quick fit meter adaptor, ( QFMA) who has manufactured various water saving devices decided that it did not matter how much water saving you implemented if you could not measure it you could not manage it, sub metering seemed so hard in many instances, it took very little time to decide we needed a new product, the QFMA with international patents was born, this is the release of the product to the world. We are seeking agents/ manufacturer distributors for various countries.
Dyteqta Limited
Dyteqta International Limited is at the forefront of emerging technologies in the plumbing industry, and exclusively offers the Dyteqta-System, the world’s first dedicated remote, non-invasive and non-destructive water drainage monitoring and diagnostic system, which can be easily fitted to any new or existing building. The Dyteqta-System ensures that good quality of public health is continually maintained within the building environment, by protecting the occupants from the harmful sewer gases and pathogens found within drainage systems.
Special Pathogens Lab
Special Pathogens Laboratory, The Legionella Experts, provides the healthcare and water treatment industries, hotels, and commercial and industrial sectors a comprehensive solution for the prevention and control of Legionella. Founded by Dr. Janet Stout and Dr. Victor Yu, internationally recognized experts in Legionnaires’ disease, SPL offers a cohesive strategy to detect, control, and remediate Legionella and waterborne pathogens.
Sloan Valve Company
Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906. Headquartered in Franklin Park, Illinois, the company is at the forefront of the green building movement and provides sustainable restroom solutions by manufacturing water- and energy-efficient products such as flush valves, electronic faucets and soap dispensing systems, sink systems, and vitreous china fixtures for commercial, industrial and institutional markets worldwide.
UNC Water Institute
The Water Institute at UNC provides vision and scientific leadership at the nexus of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WaSH), health and development. Our collaborative, forward-thinking research program addresses urgent problems and responds to new and emerging issues and knowledge gaps. We focus on technical solutions as well as innovations in policy, finance, and entrepreneurship that lead to substantive and sustainable real-world progress through transformational and adaptive change. Networking and partnerships are essential to leveraging our impact to achieve sustainable change. Our annual Water and Health Conference attracts over 450 participants from more than 30 and includes over 160 presentations, 25 networking and workshop events, and keynote addresses by global leaders in WaSH. We are also establishing strategic partnerships with international organizations, governments, universities, the private sector and NGOs. Through knowledge management, we create, synthesize and share critical insights for practice and policy. Teaching and learning are core to our mission of training the next generation of WaSH leaders and meeting the world’s growing demand for WaSH professionals of all types.
WaterSmart Innovations
IAPMO is a proud partner of the WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition (WSI). WSI is the world’s largest event for urban water efficiency and the only event to bring together many professional disciplines to accelerate adoption of water efficiency products, practices, policies and programs. WaterSmart Innovations will be held October 3 - 5, 2012, in Las Vegas. The event features more than 130 presentations from five nations and 20 U.S. states. More than 100 exhibitors will display innovative water efficiency products and services. Last year, attendees represented more than 40 U.S. states and over a dozen water-challenged nations. Join IAPMO and other progressive organizations as we connect attendees with the resources they need in an atmosphere of networking, collaboration and learning. Together, we’re creating a new wave in urban water efficiency. Visit www.WaterSmartInnovations.com for complete information.

Affiliated Internation Management, LLC Hoffman & Associates Koeller & Associates Plumbing Engineer Magazine Veritec Consulting, Inc. Some of the Manufacturers who will participate include: American Standard Brands American Water Designs Kohler Co Sloan Valve Co J.R Smith Studor Toto USA P. F. WaterWorks WaterSaver Technologies