A pipe is used to convey liquids or gases
into or out of the building. The types are mainly P.V.C pipes or mild steel
pipes. They are located inside walls, ceilings, ducts, or exposed on the wall
surfaces. The liquid to be conveyed determines the size and type of tubing to
be used. When fixing, connections to the main supply and the utility feeding
point are done. It is important to follow instructions of the manufacturer when
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Once pipes are installed, insulation is
done at one inch clear of any adjacent surfaces. The same clearance should be
given from one tube to another. It also important to allow for expansion and
contraction of pipes. Precautions should be taken against any arising forces
are no transmitted to the adjacent surfaces. Valves and operational equipment
should be easily reachable to control the use of the pipe. this is important
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When fixing pipes on ceilings, roofs or
roof structures it should be done with mild steel hangers. These should be cut
and pinned to the building structures. Where more tubes are placed together,
they are in positions that leave the lower surfaces at the same horizontal
level. The support shall be arranged at equal intervals over the whole pipe
length. The pipe diameter determines how far supports shall be placed. They should
be maximum three feet.
Sleeves in piping are provide where they
are passing through walls, solid floors or concrete structures. These allow
movement of the tubes through this structures. When cutting, it is important to
use a hacksaw or other cutting material. This should not injure the tube. It
also should not reduce the diameter or form beads or feathers that restrict the
flow of fluids. Before joining pipes, they must secured properly. Ensure all
formed bends retain the original diameter.
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