The International Emerging Technology Symposium – co-hosted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) and the World Plumbing Council, Aug. 19-20 was a huge success. Experts from around the world introduced ways in which the manufacturing, engineering and trade industries are devising solutions to international regulatory developments on such topics as water, sanitation and health; water and energy efficiency; water reuse; solar and other renewable energies; and fat, oil and grease discharges. Upon purchase you will be provided with links to download the following videos, in .mov and .wmv formats... Stephen Johnson, EPA Administrator - Keynote Speaker
Johnson is the 11th administrator of the U.S. EPA, a post he's held since 2005. In this role, he leads EPA's efforts to protect human health and the environment, managing more than 17,000 agency employees nationwide and overseeing an annual budget of $7.7 billion. As administrator, Johnson implemented the Clean Air Interstate Rule, one of the most health protective air quality standards in EPA history, and led a nationwide effort to introduce ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel, the most important achievement in clean fuel since the removal of lead from gasoline. The Role of Plumbing in the Protection of Public Health
Jennifer Mercer, World Health Organization
Jennifer presents a brief overview of role of the World Health Organization in preventing waterborne disease. In addition, she speaks to the importance of plumbing in prevent waterborne disease. Jennifer also speaks to the World Health Organization and the World Plumbing Council’s current work to raise the profile of the importance of plumbing in protecting public health. Work includes an issue paper on approaches to developing and implementing plumbing regulations in order to protect public health and a Health and Environmental Lexicon with a goal to standardize plumbing terminology internationally.
The Water and Energy Connection: What Does it Mean for You?
Mary Ann Dickinson, Alliance for Water Efficiency
Mary Ann provides examples of the hidden cost and environmental impact of the energy embedded in treated water. Mary Ann is the executive director of the Alliance for Water Efficiency. The Alliance for Water Efficiency is a stakeholder-based non-profit organization dedicated to the efficient and sustainable use of water located in Chicago.
Panel Discussion 1: A Global Perspective – Opportunities for Increased Efficiencies in Plumbing
This panel discusses how water efficient plumbing technology can be applied in various parts of the world to benefit the people living in those respective regions. These panelists who live and work around the world, give a firsthand perspective of the opportunities to apply a variety of water efficient technologies in a variety of ways to conserve water and energy for reasons that range from eco-consciousness to simple necessity.
Green Speak
Tom Meyer, Green Mechanical Council
GreenSpeak is an orientation to the language and culture of Green. Tom provides definitions to commonly used phrases and words, discusses misconceptions which must be overcome, and will identify trends which are making Green not only “mainstream” but the future of our professions and lifestyles.
Alternate On-Site Sources of Water
Bill Hoffman, Hoffman & Associates
Green building, rising water costs, limited water supply and a number of other factors have made the use of alternate on-site sources of water a growing market. Possible sources of on-site sources include but are not limited to:
• Rainwater harvesting
• Reverse osmosis (RO) and nanofiltration (NF) reject water
• Stormwater harvesting
• Greywater (untreated)
• Air conditioner condensate
• On-site treated wastewater (including graywater) systems
• Swimming pool filter backwash water
• Foundation drain water
• Cooling tower blowdown
Bill discusses how these sources have been successfully used, describe quality, quantity and design considerations, and describe how the use of these sources fits into “Green Building.”
Report on Sub-Metered Data
Glen Pleasance, Region of Durham, Ontario, Canada
Glen releases the final results of a 12-month study illustrating the difference in water and energy efficiencies between “builder standard” and “upgraded” homes in the same neighborhood located in Ajax Ontario. The new home efficiency package consisted of upgraded toilets, showerheads, ENERGYSTAR: dishwashers, fridges and clothes washers as well as a xeriscape front garden.
Top 5 New and Innovative Water-Efficient Products
John Koeller, Alliance for Water Efficiency
Bill Gauley, Veritec Consulting, Inc
John and Bill identify the five products that they have determined as innovative and predicted to provide lasting water savings and satisfied customers. A brief description of each the five products is given, along with key information about each of them (sources, availability, applications, etc.) included is a rough estimate of water use reductions that could be expected from each of the products. John presents an evaluation plan for assessing water use and water use reductions for each of the five products, such plans could include field installations and measurements, laboratory studies, or other means by which “real world” savings can be reliably estimated.
Rainwater Catchment – Sizing and Design Considerations
E.W. Bob Boulware, P.E., MBA, President, Design-Aire Engineering
Bob discusses sizing and design considerations for rainwater catchment. Bob is the northeast Region Director for American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA) and an accredited rainwater systems design professional. Bob specializes in energy related retrofit of building mechanical/ electrical systems.
Panel Discussion 2: Association Perspectives and Initiatives on Emerging Technology
This panel discussion provides a forum for the premier water and energy efficiency related associations to provide their views on how emerging technologies present opportunities and concerns to their members. This exciting discussion provides viewers the opportunity to understand the issues as they relate to the full spectrum of our industry’s stakeholders.
Grease Interceptor Industry & the F.O.G Abatement Dynamic
Charlie Ismert, Schier Products
This table discussion gives a “window” into the current dynamic of the F.O.G. (fats oils grease) abatement industry. It will not touch on grease interceptor types, sizing, etc. in depth, as much as it will focus on the various stakeholders, and how their needs affect the industry at large.
Positive Air Pressure Attenuators and Air Admittance Valves in Mid and High Rise Buildings
Pat O’Neal, Studor
This table discussion focuses on the application of Positive Air Pressure Attenuators and Air Admittance Valves in mid and high rise buildings and how this technology is offering a safe, simply and effective way to design Drainage, Waste and Vents systems.
Corrosion in Small Diameter Piping Systems
Justin Diemert, ACEDuraFlo Systems
This table discussion is a detailed description of how changes in water chemistry effects water pipes. It informs viewers of current issues facing the plumbing industry and what can be done to mitigate this type of damage.
Leak Detecting Water Shut off Devices
Dr. Lloyd G. Jones, Flood-X
This table discusses leak detecting water shut off devices and their applications. These spring-loaded devices utilize a water soluble cartridge and, therefore, require no external power. When water contacts the water soluble cartridge, a spring loaded arm initiates actions that close the valves already in place for the appliances. Units are easily reset by simply replacing the water soluble capsule.
Role of Food Waste in Disposers in Diverting Food Scraps from Landfills to Beneficial Reuse
Michael Keleman, InSinkErator
This table discussion describes the role food waste disposers play in keeping organic waste out of landfills and reusing their byproducts. With increased pressure on municipalities to reduce organics entering landfills, the traditional use of food waste disposers can be viewed a positive alternative to other forms of managing food waste. Together with the beneficial reuse of biosolids and energy capture at wastewater treatment plants, managing food waste using disposers and wastewater treatment is the “greener” holistic method. Modern methods of handling organic food waste, including the positive and negative aspects, are reviewed, as well as some of the misconceptions about the use of food waste disposers.
Drain Management – Impact on Sustainability
Sanjay Ahuja, P.F. WaterWorks
This table discusses how proper management of the drain system (Building fixture to public drain or septic system) impacts sustainability. It also focuses on how the drain system is an integral component of the overall water conservation, water quality and air quality objectives.
Emerging Technologies in Indoor Water Reuse
Mark Sanders, WaterSaver Technologies LLC
This table discusses the various definitions of greywater and it impact on regulations, regulatory issues concerning indoor water reuse including avoidance of cross contamination and health and safety issues, the various types and composition (pathogens and particulates, and pH from cleaners) of greywater by its source and its impact and health and safety and treatment, treatment alternatives, and other emerging technologies. Specifically, the presentation focuses on WaterSaver Technologies water conservation system, The AQUS®, which is based upon the premise that using fresh water to flush a toilet is unnecessary and wasteful.
Composting Toilets, History and Current Technology
E.W. Bob Boulware P.E., MBA, Design-Aire Engineering
Bob presents a case study of composting toilets in concert with evaporation fields. He engages participants in the benefits of composting toilets, the applications, and how such solutions present an environmentally low-impact system.
Sustainable Water Savings With New Toilet Technologies
Michael Schuster, President, MJSI, Inc.
This table discussion covers ways in which significant amounts of water are being wasted in the bathroom with a focus on the toilet, which constitutes the majority of indoor residential water use. The success story of Low-Flow toilets and the benefits of their implementation is discussed with highlights on High-Efficiency toilets and waterless designs in residential and commercial bathrooms. A technical discussion of dual-flush innovations and their predictions of substantial water savings is also included.
An overview of today’s leak detection and prevention methods is included. Other bathroom water saving technologies are highlighted including faucet aerators and low flow showerheads.
A Comprehensive Approach to Toilet Performance Testing
Robert Zimmerman, Kohler Co.
The growth of the green building market, along with heightened emphasis on water efficiency, has created an increasing demand for high efficiency plumbing fixtures. In the case of high efficiency toilets (HETs), much work has been done to develop products that consistently flush ever greater amounts of solid waste, as measured by the Maximum Performance (MaP) test. However, achieving these unnecessarily high levels of waste removal often causes deficiencies in other areas that are of equal or greater importance to consumers. Robert evaluates performance of several toilet models currently on the market against a multi-factor performance rating that correlates to consumer expectations. This rating system could provide the basis for future improvements to minimum plumbing standards.
WaterSense Specification Development
Roy Sieber, ERG (WaterSense)
WaterSense, a partnership program sponsored by the U.U. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), helps consumers make informed purchasing decisions by labeling products that are certified to meet EPA criteria for water efficiency and performance.
At what point is a product category ready to be considered for the WaterSense label? In this session, Roy explores the answer to this question and discusses the five basic research needs required to move forward with WaterSense specification development. He also presents product specific case studies showcasing how WaterSense encourages innovation and helps define and develop performance criteria to ensure water savings and product performance.
Practical Plumbing Layouts
Gary Klein, Affiliated International Management, LLC
Gary lays out the plumbing for a typical building on the floor of the symposium room. This session explores: What is the most energy, water and time efficient way to install a hot water distribution system for a given floor plan? Where is it appropriate to use drain water heat recovery? How would you capture greywater and provide for greywater re-use in the same building? When should you install water heaters in multiple locations?
Panel Discussion 3: Conference Wrap-up
Bob Miodonski, PMEngineer Magazine
Robert (Bob) Miodonski is a 32-year veteran of the publishing industry, working in both newspapers and magazines. He has won awards for his news reporting, feature writing and commentary. Bob is currently the publisher of PMEngineer, an award-winning national trade magazine read monthly by 26,500 plumbing and mechanical engineers and related industry professionals. In addition, he is publisher of a new publication, Bath & Kitchen Pro, which reaches 55,000 bath-and-kitchen professionals, including tile contractors, plumbing contractors, countertop fabricators, “green building” architects and showroom operators.
He also is associate publisher of PM, the nation’s leading magazine for plumbing-and-mechanical contractors, and Supply House Times, a 50-year-old magazine for plumbing and heating wholesalers and distributors of industrial pipe, valves and fittings. Websites and electronic newsletters complement each of these magazines.
Jeff Patchell, Connection Magazine, World Plumbing Review
Having spent the past twenty years involved in the plumbing sector, Jeff Patchell launched the first global publication aimed at plumbing professionals. World Plumbing Review has been unique among magazine launches because it circulates to developed and developing nations. The magazine is devoted to encouraging sustainable plumbing practice in a world that is running short of water and energy and experiencing the effects of climate change.
The magazine is printed in English and Chinese. Along with the associated website www.wpr.com.au, it has the principal aim of sharing and improving plumbing design, technology, and installation practice globally.
Jeff is based in Melbourne, Australia and travels regularly in the pursuit of developing content for the magazine and promoting the plumbing industry.
Kamal Khokhani, Akar Info Media
Mr. Kamal Khokhani, Director of Akar Info Media Private Limited (or simply AIM), has rich and diverse experience, spanning more than three and half decades. As CEO of this Indo-German joint venture, he has established AIM as an interactive and effective B2B media and trade fair platform in the field of building services industry in India. As a part of the long term strategy, AIM publishes five well respected and well received publications - Construction Journal of India (CJI), Indian Plumbing Today (IPT), Stone Edge India (SEI), design magazine INSITE and Structural Engineering Digest (SED).
His association with the India Plumbing Association (IPA) dates back to 1999 when he joined hands to bring out Indian Plumbing Today (IPT) and later, the organized database – Plumbing Directory of India (PDI) as an annual affair. He has also forged an alliance with IPA for organizing conferences at various destinations across the country. IPA and AIM have successfully organized India’s first ever international exhibition of plumbing and allied products – PlumbexIndia’08, early this year. The second show – PlumbexIndia’09 is scheduled in January 2009.
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