Listings can significantly ease the process of approval and acceptance by code officials in the field. This is especially true for unique and novel systems or where components and parts are not readily visible in an assembly. It is also true for locations that have unique codes or requirements, such as the City of Los […]
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Are listings mandatory?
No, obtaining a listing from ICC-SRCC or any other listing agency is generally voluntary (unless specifically required by a jurisdiction). However, a listing provides a manufacturer a proven way of demonstrating compliance with key codes and standards and can facilitate acceptance and approval in the field. It also provides a way of setting yourself apart […]
What if I don’t have a product certified by ICC-SRCC? Can I still get an ICC-SRCC listing?
Can I have collectors and systems in the same listing file?
Yes. Each listing file may contain both collectors and systems. The only limitation is that all products or systems in a given listing file must be listed to the same set of codes and/or standards. If you want to have some models listed to certain codes and standards and other models listed to different codes […]
What is a file?
A file is a single listing containing one or more models of collectors, systems or other solar thermal components, all evaluated to the same codes and/or standards. If you want to get some models listed to certain codes and standards and other products listed to different codes and standards, you will need to submit a […]
How many models can I include in one code listing?
As many as you want. There is no limit to the number of models included in a single listing, and each file may contain both systems and components. The only limitation is that all models in a given listing must be assessed to the same selection of codes and/or standards. If you want to have […]
Which products does ICC-SRCC offer listings for?
ICC-SRCC is accredited to provide certifications and listings for Solar Heating and Cooling products. These include a wide range of solar water and air heating products and systems. These include: Single and multi-family domestic solar water heaters. Examples include solar thermal water heaters, thermosiphons, PV water heaters, solar-assisted heat pumps, and more). Solar pool heating […]
Why does ICC-SRCC offer so many different codes and standards for listings and additional standards for certification? How can I tell which ones I need?
ICC-SRCC’s goal is to provide a true one-stop-shop for the solar heating & cooling industry, to address all regulatory compliance needs in North America. Therefore we work to offer services addressing all applicable codes and standards for the region. There is no single plumbing or mechanical code in use in the U.S. and as a […]
Which codes and standards does ICC-SRCC offer listings to?
ICC-SRCC offers listings to all major model codes and standards that address solar heating and cooling systems. These include: International Plumbing Code® (IPC)1 International Mechanical Code® (IMC)1 International Building Code® (IBC)1 International Residential Code® (IRC)1 International Energy Conservation Code® (IECC)1 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code® (ISPSC)1 International Green Construction Code® (IgCC)1 CARICOM Regional Energy […]
What about the City of Los Angeles – do they recognize ICC-SRCC certifications and listings?
Yes. ICC-SRCC has been approved by the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety’s Mechanical Testing Laboratory as a Recognized Listing agency for plumbing products certified to the ICC-SRCC 100 and ICC-SRCC 300 standards, which are referenced in the City of Los Angeles Plumbing Code. Click here to view the List of Approved […]