IAPMO

Company Overview

Founded in 1926, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) serves as a nonprofit entity mainly for inspectors, concentrating on its broad capabilities in the technical domains of plumbing and mechanical industries via a comprehensive knowledge base that includes regulators, professional contractors, labor force, and manufacturers.

We develop and publish the Uniform Plumbing Code®, the most acknowledged code of practice in the plumbing industry worldwide; Uniform Mechanical Code®; Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code®; and Uniform Solar Energy & Hydronics Code® -- the only plumbing, mechanical, solar energy, and swimming pool codes recognized by ANSI as American National Standards.

The IAPMO Group delivers authentic one-source convenience for all plumbing, mechanical, solar thermal energy, swimming pool, and hydronic codes and standards testing and product compliance.

Our story started when plumbing inspectors identified the lack of a consistent set of requirements for plumbing systems; this need led to the creation of the Uniform Codes. Our third-party product testing and certification is carried out by dedicated specialists in their areas of expertise. These services have protected public health and safety for more than 90 years by working alongside government and industry to implement thorough plumbing and mechanical systems worldwide.

IAPMO leads efforts to meet the worldwide demand for effective water efficiency-based codes and standards while striving to prevent unintended outcomes that could jeopardize health and safety. IAPMO backs science-based research and policy initiatives at every level of government, with the goal of ensuring the safe utilization of water in buildings worldwide.

Russ Chaney joined The IAPMO Group as Chief Executive Officer in 1995 and has worked to enhance IAPMO's commitment to public health, safety, and environmental responsibility through the advancement of the Uniform Plumbing, Mechanical, Solar Energy, and Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Codes. Since 2002, Russ has held multiple terms on the World Plumbing Council Executive Board, including the prestigious role of Chairman from 2011 to 2013.