Listed below are links to some frequently referenced industry websites. These sites contain technical information as well as industry contacts.
American Society of Plumbing Engineers
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://www.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 »
Bearing Specialist Association
The Bearing Specialist Association (BSA) 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 »
Bronze Metal Industria
Founded in 1980 with the purpose of trade in Brazil and South America, Bronze Metal continues to meet the specialized material needs of the automotive, oil, aerospace industries, and others. A maintained and large inventory of alloys ensures prompt delivery of product across many channels with technical specialists providing cost-effective solutions to alloys-based manufacturing. (Note: this website utilizes the Portuguese language and may require translation.) http://www.bronzemetal.com.br »
Copper and Brass Supply Chain Association
The Copper and Brass Supply Chain Association (CBSCA) represents the businesses involved in the red metals supply chain. CBSCA is dedicated to promoting the red metals industry and facilitating the relationships needed to efficiently serve new and existing customers. http://www.copper-brass.org »
Copper Development Association
Copper Development Association (CDA) 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 BV
Elcas BV is Wieland Concast's exclusive European distributor of C95400 aluminum bronze. Elcas is located in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and stocks C95400 and C95900 in rounds, tubes, and bars, as well as cast iron and copper alloys. https://www.elcas.nl/en/ »
Federal Metal Company
Federal Metal Company of Beford, Ohio, is a brass and bronze ingot manufacturer. Federal is the manufacturer of a patented family of lead-free brass and bronze casting alloys. http://www.federalmetal.com »
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) 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 »
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is an internationally-recognized green building certification system. LEED was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). http://www.usgbc.org/leed »
National Association of Home Builders
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 »
Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association
Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) is the oldest trade association in the construction industry and the premiere organization for the p-h-c professional. http://www.phccweb.org »
Plumbing Manufacturers International
Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is the international trade association of plumbing products manufacturers. http://www.safeplumbing.org »
Precision Machined Products Association
The Precision Machined Products Association (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 »
The Power Transmission Distribution Association
The Power Transmission Distribution Association (PTDA) 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 marketplace competitively and profitably. http://www.ptda.org »
SCS Global Services
SCS Global Services, formerly Scientific Certification Systems, is a global leader in third-party environmental, sustainability and food quality certification, auditing, testing and standards development. http://www.scscertified.com »
United Registrar of Systems
The United Registrar of Systems USA, as a member of URS Holdings, is the official representative office of URS Certification service in the territory of United States of America. URS Certification United States of America offers management system certification against a wide range of ISO standards for small, medium and large enterprises across most industries. http://us.urs-certification.com »
U.S. Green Building Council
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a membership-based non-profit organization that promotes sustainability in how buildings are designed, built, and operated. The USGBC developed the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. http://www.usgbc.org »
