Description
Ensure your fuel gas systems meet the highest safety and performance standards with the 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Published by the International Code Council (ICC), this edition is the definitive guide for the design and installation of fuel gas piping systems and appliances. It is a mandatory resource for contractors, inspectors, and engineers working with natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems.
The 2024 Edition represents a significant modernization of the code, featuring a completely new layout designed for readability and ease of use. It introduces QR codes in the margins to instantly identify code changes and shading for table headers to improve navigation. Technically, this edition includes major updates to safety protocols, including a completely new section in Appendix D regarding the testing of combustion air and vent drafting for natural draft appliances. It also features substantial rewrites to Section 304 concerning the protection of appliances from fumes and gases, ensuring that modern installations are safer than ever.
Key Updates in the 2024 Edition:
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Modernized Format: Single-column text, modernized fonts, and QR codes replacing vertical margin lines for tracking changes.
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Combustion Air Testing (Appendix D): New Section D105.2 outlines specific testing protocols for combustion air and vent drafting for Category I appliances.
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Protection from Fumes: Section 304.12 has been completely rewritten to provide clearer standards for protecting appliances from fumes and gases.
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Workmanship: Enhanced language in Section 403.6 regarding workmanship and defects in piping systems.
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Engineered Wood: Streamlined requirements for engineered wood products in Section 302.3, removing redundant subsections.
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