PMI Welcomes New Technical Director
Rolling Meadows, IL (April 7, 2014) — Barbara C. Higgens, CEO/Executive Director of Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) has named Matt Sigler as PMI’s Technical Director, effective immediately.
As Technical Director, Sigler is in charge of analyzing and reporting proposed code and standard changes, maintaining and managing effective relationships with PMI members, certification agencies and industry peers. Sigler will also represent PMI at various industry meetings and code hearings.
Most recently, Sigler was a Plumbing Code Development Administrator with the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Ontario, California. During his tenure with IAPMO, Sigler managed the development of several Uniform Plumbing Codes and provided technical assistance to IAPMO’s membership. Sigler comes to PMI with the full support and blessing of IAPMO which is an Allied Member of the organization.
“We are delighted to welcome Matt to the PMI team. He comes to PMI highly recommended by his peers and with the blessing of IAPMO. We look forward to working with him. He is a great addition to our talented staff,” noted Ms. Higgens.
Previously, Sigler worked as a Consultant for CodeSmart, LLC of Indiana and a Corporate Manager of Code Administration for C.P. Morgan Communities in Indianapolis, IN. He has a Bachelor of Science in Construction Technology/Management from Indiana State University as well as a number of industry certifications. He is a member of the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) and has served on several of their technical committees. Additionally, he served on technical committees for the International Code Council (ICC), and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) where he served on the Board of Directors from 2005-2009—during that same time frame, Sigler was also the National Director of the Indiana Builders Association.
About PMI:
Plumbing Manufacturers International is the voluntary, not-for-profit international industry association of manufacturers of plumbing products, serving as the Voice of the Plumbing Industry. Member companies produce a substantial quantity of the nation’s plumbing products.
For more information on PMI or its conferences, contact the organization at 1921 Rohlwing Road, Unit G, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008; tel.: 847-481-5500; fax: 847-481-5501. Visit our website at www.pmihome.org.
PMI Mission Statement:
- To promote the water efficiency, health, safety, quality and environmental sustainability of plumbing products, while maximizing consumer choice and value in a fair and open marketplace.
- To provide a forum for the exchange of information and industry education.
- To represent openly the member’s interests and advocate for sound environmental and public health policies in the regulatory/legislative processes.
- To enhance the plumbing industry’s growth and expansion.