American Society of Plumbing Engineers

Say hello to our latest ASPE Connect Member Spotlight: Lowell Manalo, a Principal and Plumbing Discipline Leader with SmithGroup in Phoenix. ASPE: What motivated you to get into the plumbing engineering industry? Lowell: Having served in the U.S. Navy Seabees, I have always been drawn to anything related to piping. Additionally, my experience as a yacht technician involved troubleshooting engines and piping systems. From there, I found myself crossing paths with the HVAC/plumbing industry. I immediately identified that there is a big need for plumbing engineers and designers. I was also intrigued by the methodology used in designing such systems, especially for specialized buildings like hospitals and laboratories. ASPE: What is the most exciting or rewarding aspect of your work? Lowell: Being part of a team that designs various types of significant buildings is incredibly rewarding. As I travel and observe the structures we have designed, I am filled with a profound sense of fulfillment. It's comforting to know that these buildings will stand long after I'm gone, continuing to serve the community and making a lasting impact. ASPE: What value have you gained from participation in ASPE Connect? Lowell: I am currently new to the platform, but from what I have observed to date, ASPE Connect is a powerful tool that bridges the past, present, and future of plumbing design and system approaches. This can ultimately help with elevating the industry as a whole. To learn more about Lowell, visit ASPE Connect ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gcXCstGA #aspe #memberspotlight #plumbingdesigners #plumbingdesigner #plumbingdesign

This Wednesday! Join us for a one-hour CEU webinar to learn about tank sizing requirements for thermal and hydronic expansion conditions in HVAC and domestic water applications. This webinar is free for ASPE members thanks to Amtrol, and you can register at ASPE Education ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gvRhpqzZ #aspe #plumbingdesign #webinar #ceus #continuingeducation

Do you want some help getting your degree in engineering? Apply now for ASPE's 2025 Alfred Steele Scholarship! The Alfred Steele Scholarship is limited to ASPE members and their immediate families who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher who are in or plan to attend a college, university, or technical school on a full-time basis (minimum 12 credit hours), enrolled in an engineering program. You can find the application online ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gwnZn3pm Not an ASPE member? Join now to be eligible for the Alfred Steele Scholarship and ASPE's other member benefits ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gNnV7Ngp #aspe #plumbingengineering #mechanicalengineering #civilengineering #electricalengineering #scholarship #engineeringscholarship

You still have time to sign up for our next MedGas Workshop, which will be held November 7–10 in the Philadelphia area, hosted by OmegaFlex-MediTrac. Taught by Mathis Carlson, the workshop offers 32 hours of training, a practice exam, a copy of NFPA 99-2024, 1.2 ASPE CEUs, and more. Registration is available at ASPE Education ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g_3rxAsP #aspe #medicalgas #medgas #plumbingdesign #healthcareengineering

At the 2024 ASPE Business Meeting in Columbus, Ohio, the Society recognized numerous local Chapters for their successful membership recruitment and retention efforts in the last year. The awards bestowed included the Membership Growth Award, the Membership Retention Award, and the Chapter Award of Merit. You can find out which Chapters were recognized on ASPE Pipeline ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gDiRt9Wa Congratulations all! #aspe #membership #plumbingengineers #plumbingdesigners

Last Monday, 2024 ASPE Convention & Expo Co-Chair Gregory Farmer, P.E. was awarded the Society's highest recognition--the George W. Runkle Award of Merit--during the 2024 Breakfast Award Ceremony. In addition to Greg, the following individuals, ASPE Chapters, and companies received our top honors: ▶️ Award of Merit: Jonathan Franzese, PE, P. Eng, CPD, GPD, and Dan O'Gorman, CPD ▶️ Special Award of Achievement: Mathis Carlson, John Parks, CPD, and Josh Pedraja, ASSE 6060 ▶️ Special Award of Appreciation: Robb Risani, PE, CPD, GPD, LEED AP, and Steve Ryback ▶️ Peter E. Warshaw Service Award: Lauren B. and Curtis Dady ▶️ Kenneth G. Wentink Award of Excellence: Jennifer Hoff ▶️ Board of Directors Chapter Award: Arkansas Chapter and New York City Chapter ▶️ Industry Award: NIBCO INC. ▶️ ASPE Chapter Humanitarian Award: Capital Region New York Chapter ▶️ Edward W. Saltzberg Distinguished Service Award: Carol Johnson, LEED AP, FASPE ▶️ Donald Dickerson Founders Award: Bill O'Donnell, CPD, FASPE Congratulations!! #aspe #plumbingengineers #plumbingdesigners

During the 2024 ASPE Business Meeting, ASPE Chapter Delegates representing our 7,600+ members elected the Society’s Board of Directors for the 2024–2026 term. We are pleased to announce that the following individuals will be serving on the Board for the upcoming term: President: Bryan Hutton, CPD, MBA, FASPE Vice President, Technical: Blair Minyard, PE,CPD,CDT Vice President, Education: Jonathan Franzese, PE, P. Eng, CPD, GPD Vice President, Legislative: Brianne Hall PE, CPD, ASSE 6060 Vice President, Membership: Nicole (LaDuke) Parker, CPD, CFPS, LEED Green Associate, ASSE 6060 Vice President, Affiliate: Tom Sharp Treasurer: Greg Swafford, CPD, GPD, ASSE 12080 Region 1 Director: Robb Risani, PE, CPD, GPD, LEED AP Region 2 Director: Steve Kormanik, CPD, GPD Region 3 Director: Robert Shorey, CPD, GPD, FASPE Region 4 Director: Nick Allred, CPD Region 5 Director: Nicholas Hipp, CPD Congratulations all! #aspe #plumbingdesigners #plumbingengineers

We are pleased to announce that the 2024 Class of ASPE's Kenneth G. Wentink College of Fellows was inducted earlier this week. The new Fellows are: Sarah Balz, PE, CPD, GPD, LEED AP, FASPE Dennis Connelly, CPD, FASPE James Dipping, PE, CPD, GPD, ARCSA AP, FASPE Paul Freeman, PE, CPD, FASPE Bryan Hutton, CPD, MBA, FASPE Eric Knauth, PE, LEED AP, FASPE Frank Shadpour, PE, FASPE Congratulations all! The Kenneth G. Wentink College of Fellows is ASPE's highest honor, recognizing members who have made significant and exceptional contributions to the plumbing engineering profession, the Society, and the plumbing industry. To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/gHNfG3mt. #aspe #plumbingengineers #plumbingengineering #collegeoffellows

Say "hello!" to ASPE's Technical & Research (T&R) Committee, led by Committee Chair Steve Ziga. Did you know that you don't need to be an extraordinary writer to meaningfully contribute to the T&R Committee? You can learn more fun facts in the latest "ASPE Committees A to Z" article on ASPE Pipeline ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g7khi_aj #aspe #plumbingdesign #plumbingengineering

Attendees and exhibitors just can't stop having fun at the 2024 ASPE Expo in Columbus. Will the real Tom Sharp please stand up? #2024ASPEexpo Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company