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www.fueloilnews.com | FUEL OIL NEWS | MARCH 2015 39 committed to developing a technically sound and responsible approach to include biomass as a renewable. Persily noted that the standard currently has no restrictions on the use of biomass as an energy source; however, it does not allow it to be used to meet the renewable energy requirements. ASHRAE, IAQA AppROvE CONSOLIdAtION A consolidation between ASHRAE and the Indoor Air Quality Association has been finalized by both organizations. The con- solidation was approved by the Boards of Directors for ASHRAE and IAQA at ASHRAE's recent 2015 Winter Conference in Chicago. "We are excited about the opportunities presented by this consolidation," ASHRAE President Tom Phoenix said. "It opens the door to alignment of ASHRAE and IAQA programs to cre- ate high-impact resources for building professionals around the globe." "This is an historic event for both associations and has great promise for growth and development for both organizations," IAQA President Kent Rawhouser said. "The opportunities and possibilities for members are only limited by our own imagi- nations. IAQA and ASHRAE are committed to growing and developing the IAQA brand. The consolidation will open new avenues for programs and benefits for our members." In July, ASHRAE announced it had agreed in principle to join forces with the IAQA, combining resources to improve indoor air quality in the built environment. Since August, the two groups have been undergoing a period of due diligence. That diligence was completed earlier in January. Under the consolidation, IAQA will become a part of the ASHRAE organization while maintaining its own brand and Board of Directors. IAQA will operate independently within ASHRAE's organizational structure. MONItOR pARtS ARE StILL AvAILAbLE Heat Tech Distributing, LLC is proud to announce that it has acquired the full line of Monitor Kerosene and Gas space heater parts. Heat Tech is planning on introducing new updated units starting this fall under the Monticello Heating Systems brand. Heat Tech Distributing will continue using Monitor's current distribution system as well as establishing new distributors to expand the gas fired line. So keep that dependable, fuel-efficient Monitor heater going, since replacement parts are still available. If it's getting old, plan on upgrading it this coming season with a new Monticello Heating System. The Monticello uses the same install hook up, which makes it a breeze to upgrade. Buggsy at Heat Tech Distributing has over 30 years experience with the Monitor Space Heaters as well as their tankless water heaters. Buggsy is using that expertise to help create the new and improved Moniticello Heating System. For more info., call us at (610) 588-5367 or visit us at monitorparts4u.com. PRODUCTS tRIpLE RECEptACLE ExpLOSION pROOF ExtENSION CORd Larson Electronics has announced the release of a heavy duty extension cord designed to provide secure connection of explo- sion proof equipment in hazardous locations. The EPECX-3X-100 explosion proof extension cord from Larson Electronics is designed to extend the reach of equipment in hazardous locations where power receptacles are not in close proximity to the work space. This cord is fitted with three explosion proof twist lock receptacles constructed of non-sparking aluminum on one end for connection of equipment and a 20 amp explosion proof plug on the other end for safe and secure connection to power receptacles. Larson Electronics—www.larsonelectronics.com