Listed below are links to some of the most frequently referenced industry Web sites. These sites contain technical references as well as industry contacts.
ASPE
The American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) is the international organization for professionals skilled in the design, specification and inspection of plumbing systems. ASPE is dedicated to the advancement of the science of plumbing engineering, to the professional growth and advancement of its members and the health, welfare and safety of the public.» http://aspe.org/
ASTM International
ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world. ASTM is a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems and services. » http://www.astm.org/
BSA
The Bearing Specialist Association serves and represents firms that, as authorized distributors, stock and sell factory-warranted ball, roller and other anti-friction bearings. BSA provides a vital link between manufacturer and end user. » http://www.bsahome.org/
CBSA
The Copper and Brass Servicenter Association, Inc. has been representing the copper and copper alloy mill products distribution industry in North America since 1951. » http://www.copper-brass.org/
Copper Development Association
Copper Development Association is a resource that provides information on market development/defense, technical service to end-users, design products and technical publications. » http://www.copper.org/
Elcas
Elcas BV is Concast's exclusive distributor of C954000 aluminum bronze. Elcas is located in Rotterdam, Netherlands and stock C954000 and C959000 in rounds, tubes, and bars as well as cast iron and copper alloys. » http://www.elcas.nl
Federal Metal Company
Federal Metal Company of Beford, Ohio is a brass and bronze ingot manufacturer. Federal is the manufacturer of Federalloy, the family of lead free brass and bronze casting alloys. » http://www.federalmetal.com
IAPMO
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials has been protecting the public’s health and safety for more than eighty years by working in concert with government and industry to implement comprehensive plumbing and mechanical systems around the world. » http://www.iapmo.org/Pages/splash.aspx
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is an internationally-recognized green building certification system.http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1988
MetalPrices.com
MetalPrices.com is a subscription site for the latest prices on over 50 different metals from the LME, COMEX, NYMEX and more! » http://www.metalprices.com
NAHB
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is a trade association that helps promote the policies that make housing a national priority. Since 1942, NAHB has been serving its members, the housing industry, and the public at large.» http://www.nahb.org
Non-Ferrous Founders' Society
Established in 1943, the Non-Ferrous Founders’ Society (NFFS) is the principal North American trade association representing aluminum, brass and bronze foundries and ingot manufacturers. » http://www.nffs.org/
PHCC
Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association
The PHCC—National Association is the oldest trade association in the construction industry—and the premiere organization for the p-h-c professional.» http://www.phccweb.org/
PMI
Plumbing Manufacturers International
is the international trade association of plumbing products manufacturers.» http://www.pmihome.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1
Precision Machined Products Association
The PMPA is an international trade association representing the interests of the precision machined products industry. While PMPA consists mainly of North America based manufacturers, its members also operate facilities in various industrial markets around the globe.» http://www.pmpa.org/
PTDA
The Power Transmission Distribution Association is a non-profit trade association representing the industrial power transmission control (PT/MC) distribution channel. Founded in 1960 PTDA is dedicated to advancing distribution and members success by providing information, education and business tools to meet the needs of the industrial market place competitively and profitably. » http://www.ptda.org/
Scientific Certification Systems
A global leader in third-party environmental, sustainability and food quality certification, auditing, testing and standards development.» http://www.scscertified.com/
U.S. Green Building Council
A global leader in third-party environmental, sustainability and food quality certification, auditing, testing and standards development.» http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=124
