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DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Chicago Faucets, invites industry professionals to the webinar, “Plumbing Design: Strategies to Minimize Waterborne Infections in the New Age of Water Management,” on March 12, 2025, at 11 AM CST. This timely session will help plumbing engineers, facility managers, and contractors understand how to mitigate the risks of waterborne pathogens through smarter plumbing design and water management strategies.
Brian Yelton, ASSE 12080 Legionella Water Safety and Management Specialist, and president of Inland Sales Group, Inc. will lead the discussion, covering current water safety standards, plumbing innovations, and new products designed to improve water quality and occupant safety in not only hospitals but also public and commercial buildings. From schools and offices to stadiums and museums, every facility faces unique challenges that require proactive water management to prevent stagnation and bacterial growth. Chicago Faucets, Commercial Product Manager Greg Hunt, will be moderating this webinar.
“Each building has its own plumbing complexities, making it crucial for engineers, contractors, and facility teams to consider water management at every stage—from design to daily operations,” said Yelton. “This webinar will provide essential insights to help industry professionals protect building occupants and comply with evolving regulations.” For more information on Inland visit here.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand current standards for water safety in public and commercial buildings.
- Explore plumbing innovations that enhance water quality and reduce risk.
- Review new products for water management and pathogen control.
- Learn best practices to prevent Legionella and other waterborne threats.
With increasing concerns over water safety and infection control, this session is a must-attend for anyone involved in building design, construction, or facility operations.
Register today to secure your spot: Plumbing Design: Strategies to Minimize Waterborne Infections
About Brian Yelton, President of Inland Sales Group
Brian Yelton, CPMR is the president and founder of Inland Sales Group, Inc., a Manufacturers’ Representative firm with offices in Willowbrook and Peoria, Illinois. Brian works with all facets of the plumbing industry with a focus on the commercial side. He is involved in PHCC, ASPE, ASSE, APIC, and IPEA and has worked closely with the state of Illinois with regards to codes and standards. Brian has focused a large part of his career on studying and teaching about waterborne pathogens and the role they play in the plumbing world. Brian is an ASSE 12080 Legionella Water Safety Management Specialist and a leader of education in Legionella awareness. He continues to work with contractors, engineers, developers, testing facilities and more to help create better building water management plans. https://www.inlandsalesgroup.com/
About Chicago Faucets
Chicago Faucets, America’s leading manufacturer of commercial faucets since 1901 is known for the durability and quality of its plumbing fittings. The company engineers and manufactures touchless, manual, metering faucets, and showers for healthcare, education, and commercial facilities. Chicago Faucets is committed to wellness, innovation, and environmental sustainability, with many products manufactured in the USA and meeting stringent industry standards. Chicago Faucets is a member of the ASPE, ASHE, U.S. Green Building Council, a partner with WaterSense, IWBI, and a charter sponsor of the Alliance for Water Efficiency. Many of the plumbing fittings meet the USGBC guidelines for LEED, EPA WaterSense, Well Certified and CalGreen. For more information on Chicago Faucets offering, visit chicagofaucets.com or call 800-566-2100.
SOURCE The Chicago Faucet Company
