IAPMO

Company Overview

Established in 1926, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) is a nonprofit organization dedicated primarily to inspectors, emphasizing its extensive expertise in the technical facets of plumbing and mechanical sectors through a vast knowledge repository that encompasses regulators, skilled contractors, workforce, 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 offers real one-source convenience for all plumbing, mechanical, solar thermal energy, swimming pool, and hydronic codes and standards testing and product compliance.

Our journey began when plumbing inspectors recognized the absence of a uniform set of standards for plumbing systems; from this necessity arose 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 took on the role of Chief Executive Officer at The IAPMO Group in 1995 and has dedicated his efforts to furthering IAPMO's mission for public health, safety, and environmental care through the establishment 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.