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Industry Update PMI Awards Education Credits For Workshop Rolling Meadows, IL — Plumbing Manufacturers International has announced that its online Codes and Standards Workshop is now available for 0.3 Continuing Education Credits or 3.0 Professional Development Hours towards the American Society of Plumbing Engineers Certifed Plumbing Designer recertification. Candidates completing the course will be provided with a URL link and password that connects with the ASPE Web site where they can register to have a certifcate emailed to them. "The PMI Codes, Standards and Regulations online training program ofers plumbing engineers, inspectors and plumbing professionals a unique overview of how these requirements impact the application, installation and commission of plumbing systems," said Len Swatkowski, PMI's technical director. The new online version of the PMI Codes and Standards primer presents an in-depth view of the standards, regulations, codes and conformity processes that are integral in providing quality, safety and efciency to the plumbing products in the U.S. and the world. This training program is the outgrowth of a Memorandum of Understanding between PMI and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Ofcials. Contact PMI headquarters at 847-4815500 for more information about the training or the association, or visit www.pmihome.org. Porcelanosa Enhances Courses Paramus, NJ — Porcelanosa, with U.S. ofces based in Paramus, NJ, recently announced the addition of "Kitchen Guidelines: Form and Function" to its growing roster of AIA-registered continuing education courses. The course is designed to deepen students' understanding of all aspects of the kitchen design process, from products, fnishes and structural components to certifcations, regulations and health and environmental concerns. According to the company, when a student completes the program, the participant will be able to: Identify the key areas in the pre-design process to improve accessibility of the end-user. Understand the ergonomic considerations to ensure that end-users' health and safety are protected. Learn about products, fnishes and structural components in terms of performance, durability and the resulting impact on the users' welfare. Understand which certifcations or regulations help identify in which degree environmental concerns are addressed. The course is 1 hour and is worth 1 CEU credit. Scavolini Opens Miami Store vintage DESIGN The Vintner's Collection combines salvaged wine-making materials with hand hammered copper accents and sinks. Handcrafted in America to last for generations. na t i v e t r a i ls .ne t | 80 0.786.0862 Circle No. 11 on Product Card Miami, FL — Scavolini has opened a new location next to the Miracle Mile, in the exclusive Coral Gables district of Miami. The new sales outlet presents the brand's latest oferings, such as the Diesel Social Kitchen and Tetrix (designed by Michael Young), together with a complete overview of the Scavolini Bathrooms collections. The new site provides a number of services, including: attentive 3D computerized design service, measuring-up, transport, assembly, disposal of old goods and after-sales assistance, all completely free of charge. 18 | Kitchen & Bath Design News January 2014