Plumbing Distribution Systems Design and Installation Guide – Third Edition (Soft Cover)
The Plumbing Distribution Systems Design and Installation Guide Third Edition is a comprehensive technical resource that provides the latest guidance for the design, specification, installation, and optimization of crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) plumbing systems. Developed through a collaborative effort by industry experts, this fully revised edition reflects the latest advancements in PEX materials, fittings, installation methods, and plumbing code requirements.
Designed for plumbing contractors, engineers, designers, builders, inspectors, and code officials, the guide covers residential, multifamily, and commercial hot- and cold-water distribution systems. It includes detailed information on PEX material properties, system layouts, joining methods, hydraulic design principles, code compliance, performance testing, installation best practices, and water service line applications.
Key features include:
- Comprehensive updates to PEX materials, manifolds, fittings, and installation practices.
- Current plumbing code acceptance and regulatory guidance.
- Design recommendations for efficient, reliable, and high-performance plumbing systems.
- Practical installation procedures with detailed illustrations and technical guidance.
- Performance data, laboratory testing results, and system optimization strategies.
- New content addressing water service lines and modern plumbing applications.
Whether used as a training resource or a professional reference, the Third Edition equips industry professionals with the knowledge needed to design and install durable, code-compliant, and efficient PEX plumbing distribution systems.
Publishers: Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI), in collaboration with the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association (PPFA); prepared by Home Innovation Research Labs (HIRL), with support from International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) and International Code Council (ICC).
Publication Date: April 2026 (Third Edition).
Pages: 156
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| Description | The Plumbing Distribution Systems Design and Installation Guide Third Edition is a comprehensive technical resource that provides the latest guidance for the design, specification, installation, and optimization of crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) plumbing systems. Developed through a collaborative effort by industry experts, this fully revised edition reflects the latest advancements in PEX materials, fittings, installation methods, and plumbing code requirements. Designed for plumbing contractors, engineers, designers, builders, inspectors, and code officials, the guide covers residential, multifamily, and commercial hot- and cold-water distribution systems. It includes detailed information on PEX material properties, system layouts, joining methods, hydraulic design principles, code compliance, performance testing, installation best practices, and water service line applications. Key features include:
Whether used as a training resource or a professional reference, the Third Edition equips industry professionals with the knowledge needed to design and install durable, code-compliant, and efficient PEX plumbing distribution systems.
Publishers: Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI), in collaboration with the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association (PPFA); prepared by Home Innovation Research Labs (HIRL), with support from International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) and International Code Council (ICC). Publication Date: April 2026 (Third Edition). Pages: 156 |
