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 performed by committed experts in their respective fields. These services have safeguarded public health and safety for over 90 years by collaborating with government and industry to establish comprehensive plumbing and mechanical systems globally.

IAPMO takes the lead in tackling the global requirement for sound water efficiency-based codes and standards while aiming to avert unintended consequences that could compromise health and safety. IAPMO supports research based on scientific principles and policy initiatives across all levels of government, with the objective of facilitating the safe use of water in structures around the globe.

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.