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Description
The 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), establishes model regulations for the design, installation, and inspection of mechanical, HVAC, and refrigeration systems. Designated as an American National Standard by ANSI, this reference provides enforceable technical criteria across 17 chapters covering ventilation air, exhaust systems, ductwork, combustion air, chimneys, and appliances.
The manual details rigorous standards for boilers, pressure vessels, hydronic piping, fuel gas distribution, process piping, and stationary power plants. Notably, this edition addresses specific safety requirements for low-flammability and lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, including A2L and B2L classifications. It delivers standardized guidelines essential for mechanical engineers, code officials, and licensed contractors.
Institutional Use
The 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code is adopted across community colleges, technical colleges, and vocational apprenticeship programs as a primary curriculum text for HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical trades education. Municipal building departments and state licensing boards utilize this ANSI-accredited codebook as the authoritative basis for plan examinations, field inspections, and journeyman or master mechanical licensing examinations. Furthermore, engineering libraries and architectural consulting firms maintain this softcover volume for code compliance reviews, system specification, and mechanical design verification.
Product Details
| ISBN-13 | 9781944366445 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 194436644X |
| Edition | 2021 |
| Authors | International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials |
| Publisher | International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials |
| Publication date | March 1, 2020 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Category | Architecture, Construction & Building Codes |
| Subcategory | Construction Trades |
| List price | $79.99 / copy |
| Min. order | 5 copies |
| Condition | New |
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: Administration
- Chapter 2: Definitions
- Chapter 3: General Regulations
- Chapter 4: Ventilation Air
- Chapter 5: Exhaust Systems
- Chapter 6: Duct Systems
- Chapter 7: Combustion Air
- Chapter 8: Chimneys and Vents
- Chapter 9: Installation of Specific Appliances
- Chapter 10: Boilers and Pressure Vessels
- Chapter 11: Refrigeration
- Chapter 12: Hydronics
- Chapter 13: Fuel Gas Piping
- Chapter 14: Process Piping
- Chapter 15: Solar Energy Systems
- Chapter 16: Stationary Power Plants
- Chapter 17: Referenced Standards
Key Topics
- Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC)
- HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
- Ventilation and Exhaust Ductwork
- Combustion Air and Chimneys
- Boilers and Pressure Vessels
- A2L and B2L Low-GWP Refrigerants
- Hydronics and Fuel Gas Piping
- Mechanical Code Administration and Enforcement
Who This Is For
- Mechanical Contractors and Installers
- Building Inspectors and Code Officials
- HVAC and Mechanical Engineering Students
- Vocational Apprenticeship Programs
- Mechanical and Plumbing Engineers
Institutional & Bulk Ordering
- Minimum order: 5 copies, with tiered pricing at higher quantities
- Purchase orders and Net-30 terms accepted for qualifying institutions
- Tax-exempt certificates accepted for qualifying accounts
- Free worldwide shipping, no sales tax
Edition & Identifier Check
Always confirm this exact ISBN-13 and edition (9781944366445) against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering — editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What major regulatory topics are covered in the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code?
A: The 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code comprises 17 chapters establishing minimum requirements for ventilation air, exhaust systems, duct design, combustion air, chimneys, specific appliances, boilers, refrigeration equipment (including A2L and B2L refrigerants), hydronics, fuel gas piping, process piping, and stationary power plants.
Q: Who develops and maintains the Uniform Mechanical Code?
A: The Uniform Mechanical Code is developed and published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) through an ANSI-accredited consensus development process.
Q: What format and physical specifications does this edition have?
A: This edition (ISBN 9781944366445) is a paperback volume published on March 1, 2020.
Q: How is this codebook utilized in vocational and municipal settings?
A: It serves as a primary textbook for HVAC and mechanical apprenticeship programs, a required reference for contractor and journeyman licensing examinations, and the governing regulatory standard for municipal mechanical inspectors and plan examiners.
Q: What is the minimum order quantity for this title?
A: The minimum order is 5 copies. Tiered pricing applies at 5, 10, and 25 copies; orders of 100 or more copies are quoted directly by email.
Q: Is this the correct edition for my program or syllabus?
A: This listing is ISBN 9781944366445 (ISBN-10 194436644X). Please confirm this exact identifier and edition against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering, as editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Q: Do you accept purchase orders and offer Net-30 terms?
A: Yes. Purchase orders and Net-30 terms are accepted for qualifying institutions, and tax-exempt certificates are accepted at checkout.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes, Global Academic Supply offers free worldwide shipping with no sales tax on qualifying orders.