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ABS (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene) -:- Plastic pipe and fittings used extensively in drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems. BLACK in color Bell-and-spigot pipe -:- Pipe that has a bell, or enlargement, also called a hub, at one end of the pipe and a spigot, or smooth end, at the other end. The bell and spigot of two different pipes slide together to form a joint. Also called hub-and-spigot pipe. Cellular core wall -:- Plastic pipe wall that is low-density, lightweight plastic c...

Where did the term plumber come from? -:- Plumbum is lead in latin, which meant a plumbarius was a lead worker. When and where did ancient Roman baths and spas start being rebuilt? -:- In 16th century England. What led to increased construction of improved water supply systems in the 17 and 1800s? -:- Cholera outbreaks in Philadelphia and New York. Who and when developed the first waterworks. -:- Boston in 1652 When did Philadelphia begin using cast iron piping for water mains? -...

The minimum standards for training programs in the United States are set by - The office of apprenticeship What was noticeable about plumbing tech and practices in the late 19th century? - It started to look relatively modern What did people realize in the mid-1800s about plumbing systems? - They still were neither complex nor large enough to keep up with industrial growth of cities. When and where did ancient Roman baths and spas start being rebuilt? - In 16th century England. What led t...