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AN thread
The AN thread is a particular type of fitting used to connect flexible hoses and rigid metal tubing that carry fluid.
The AN thread is a particular type of fitting used to connect flexible hoses and rigid metal tubing that carry fluid.
Back pressure
Back pressure refers to pressure opposed to the desired flow of a fluid in a confined place such as a pipe.
Back pressure refers to pressure opposed to the desired flow of a fluid in a confined place such as a pipe.
Barlow's formula
Barlow's formula relates the internal pressure that a pipe can withstand to its dimensions and the strength of its material.
Barlow's formula relates the internal pressure that a pipe can withstand to its dimensions and the strength of its material.
Borda-Carnot equation
In fluid dynamics the Borda–Carnot equation is an empirical description of the mechanical energy losses of the fluid due to a (sudden) flow expansion.
In fluid dynamics the Borda–Carnot equation is an empirical description of the mechanical energy losses of the fluid due to a (sudden) flow expansion.
Borda–Carnot equation
In fluid dynamics the Borda–Carnot equation is an empirical description of the mechanical energy losses of the fluid due to a (sudden) flow expansion.
In fluid dynamics the Borda–Carnot equation is an empirical description of the mechanical energy losses of the fluid due to a (sudden) flow expansion.
British standard pipe thread
The British Standard Pipe thread (BSP thread) is a family of standard screw thread types that has been adopted internationally for interconnecting and sealing pipe ends by mating an extern...
The British Standard Pipe thread (BSP thread) is a family of standard screw thread types that has been adopted internationally for interconnecting and sealing pipe ends by mating an extern...
Calibrated orifice
A calibrated orifice is a restriction that is deliberately placed into a system of pipes to set the flow rate through the system.
A calibrated orifice is a restriction that is deliberately placed into a system of pipes to set the flow rate through the system.
Cast iron pipe
Cast iron pipe is a historical pipe which found widespread use as a pressure pipe for transmission of water, gas and sewage, and as a water drainage pipe, during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Cast iron pipe is a historical pipe which found widespread use as a pressure pipe for transmission of water, gas and sewage, and as a water drainage pipe, during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Cement-mortar lined ductile iron pipe
Cement-mortar lined ductile iron pipe is a ductile iron pipe with cement lining on the inside surface, and is commonly used for water distribution.
Cement-mortar lined ductile iron pipe is a ductile iron pipe with cement lining on the inside surface, and is commonly used for water distribution.
Closet flange
In plumbing, a closet flange is a pipe fitting (specifically, a type of flange) that both mounts a toilet to the floor and connects the toilet drain to a drain pipe.
In plumbing, a closet flange is a pipe fitting (specifically, a type of flange) that both mounts a toilet to the floor and connects the toilet drain to a drain pipe.
Clow Water Systems
Clow Water Systems produces ductile iron pipe and fittings in Coshocton, Ohio.
Clow Water Systems produces ductile iron pipe and fittings in Coshocton, Ohio.
Corrugated stainless steel tubing
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) is a type of conduit used for natural gas heating in homes.
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) is a type of conduit used for natural gas heating in homes.
Coupling (piping)
A Coupling is a very short length of pipe or tube, with a socket at one or both ends that allows two pipes or tubes to be jointed, welded, brazed or soldered together.
A Coupling is a very short length of pipe or tube, with a socket at one or both ends that allows two pipes or tubes to be jointed, welded, brazed or soldered together.
Cured-in-place pipe
A cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) is one of several trenchless rehabilitation methods used to repair existing pipelines.
A cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) is one of several trenchless rehabilitation methods used to repair existing pipelines.
Darcy friction factor formulae
In fluid dynamics, the Darcy friction factor formulae are equations — based on experimental data and theory — for the Darcy friction factor.
In fluid dynamics, the Darcy friction factor formulae are equations — based on experimental data and theory — for the Darcy friction factor.
Darcy-Weisbach equation
In fluid dynamics, the Darcy–Weisbach equation is a phenomenological equation, which relates the head loss — or pressure loss — due to friction along a given length of pipe to the average veloci...
In fluid dynamics, the Darcy–Weisbach equation is a phenomenological equation, which relates the head loss — or pressure loss — due to friction along a given length of pipe to the average veloci...
Darcy–Weisbach equation
In fluid dynamics, the Darcy–Weisbach equation is a phenomenological equation, which relates the head loss — or pressure loss — due to friction along a given length of pipe to the average veloci...
In fluid dynamics, the Darcy–Weisbach equation is a phenomenological equation, which relates the head loss — or pressure loss — due to friction along a given length of pipe to the average veloci...
Double-walled pipe
A double-walled pipe is a secondary contained piping system.
A double-walled pipe is a secondary contained piping system.
Drag reducing agent
A drag reducing agent, also called a flow improver, is a long chain polymer chemical that is used in crude oil, refined products or non-potable water pipelines.
A drag reducing agent, also called a flow improver, is a long chain polymer chemical that is used in crude oil, refined products or non-potable water pipelines.
Drill pipe
Drill pipe, also known as Drill stem is hollow, thick-walled, steel piping that is used on drilling rigs to facilitate the drilling of a wellbore and comes in a variety of sizes, strengths...
Drill pipe, also known as Drill stem is hollow, thick-walled, steel piping that is used on drilling rigs to facilitate the drilling of a wellbore and comes in a variety of sizes, strengths...
Ductile iron pipe
Ductile iron pipe is a pipe commonly used for potable water distribution.
Ductile iron pipe is a pipe commonly used for potable water distribution.
Electrofusion
Electrofusion is a method of joining MDPE, HDPE and other plastic pipes with special fittings that have built-in electric heating elements which are used to weld the joint together.
Electrofusion is a method of joining MDPE, HDPE and other plastic pipes with special fittings that have built-in electric heating elements which are used to weld the joint together.
Engineered Software Inc.
Engineered Software, Inc. is a software publisher and engineering products company based in Lacey, Washington founded in 1982.
Engineered Software, Inc. is a software publisher and engineering products company based in Lacey, Washington founded in 1982.
External water spray system
An External Water Spray System (EWSS) is a domestic external fire sprinkler system designed to protect homes from bushfires and wildfires.
An External Water Spray System (EWSS) is a domestic external fire sprinkler system designed to protect homes from bushfires and wildfires.
Fanning friction factor
The Fanning friction factor, named after J. T. Fanning, is a dimensionless number used in fluid flow calculations.
The Fanning friction factor, named after J. T. Fanning, is a dimensionless number used in fluid flow calculations.
Fire sprinkler system
A fire sprinkler system is an active fire protection measure, consisting of a water supply system, providing adequate pressure and flowrate to a water distribution piping system, onto which fire...
A fire sprinkler system is an active fire protection measure, consisting of a water supply system, providing adequate pressure and flowrate to a water distribution piping system, onto which fire...
Flange
A flange is an external or internal ridge, or rim, for strength, as the flange of an iron beam such as an I-beam or a T-beam; or for attachment to another object, as the flange on the end of a p...
A flange is an external or internal ridge, or rim, for strength, as the flange of an iron beam such as an I-beam or a T-beam; or for attachment to another object, as the flange on the end of a p...
Flow conditioning
Flow conditioning ensures that the “real world” environment closely resembles the “laboratory” environment for proper performance of inferential flowmeters like orifice, turbine, coriolis,ultras...
Flow conditioning ensures that the “real world” environment closely resembles the “laboratory” environment for proper performance of inferential flowmeters like orifice, turbine, coriolis,ultras...
Flow line
A flow line, used on a drilling rig, is a large diameter pipe (typically a section of casing) that is connected to the bell nipple (under the drill floor) and extends to the possum belly (on the...
A flow line, used on a drilling rig, is a large diameter pipe (typically a section of casing) that is connected to the bell nipple (under the drill floor) and extends to the possum belly (on the...
Fluid dynamics
In physics, fluid dynamics is a sub-discipline of fluid mechanics that deals with fluid flow—the natural science of fluids in motion.
In physics, fluid dynamics is a sub-discipline of fluid mechanics that deals with fluid flow—the natural science of fluids in motion.
Friction loss
Friction loss refers to that portion of pressure lost by fluids while moving through a pipe, hose, or other limited space.
Friction loss refers to that portion of pressure lost by fluids while moving through a pipe, hose, or other limited space.
Gas networks simulation
Gas networks simulation is a process of defining the mathematical model of the gas transport and distribution systems, which are usually composed of highly integrated pipe networks operating ove...
Gas networks simulation is a process of defining the mathematical model of the gas transport and distribution systems, which are usually composed of highly integrated pipe networks operating ove...
Globe valve
A globe valve is a type of valve used for regulating flow in a pipeline, consisting of a movable disk-type element and a stationary ring seat in a generally spherical body.
A globe valve is a type of valve used for regulating flow in a pipeline, consisting of a movable disk-type element and a stationary ring seat in a generally spherical body.
Gooseneck (piping)
A gooseneck is a 180° pipe fitting (or commonly two 90° fittings) at the top of a vertical pipe that prevents entry of water.
A gooseneck is a 180° pipe fitting (or commonly two 90° fittings) at the top of a vertical pipe that prevents entry of water.
Hazen-Williams equation
The Hazen–Williams equation is an empirical formula which relates the flow of water in a pipe with the physical properties of the pipe and the pressure drop caused by friction.
The Hazen–Williams equation is an empirical formula which relates the flow of water in a pipe with the physical properties of the pipe and the pressure drop caused by friction.
Hazen–Williams equation
The Hazen–Williams equation is an empirical formula which relates the flow of water in a pipe with the physical properties of the pipe and the pressure drop caused by friction.
The Hazen–Williams equation is an empirical formula which relates the flow of water in a pipe with the physical properties of the pipe and the pressure drop caused by friction.
Heat-shrinkable sleeve
Heat-shrinkable sleeve (or commonly "shrink sleeve") is a corrosion protective coating for pipelines in the form of a wraparound or tubular sleeve that is field-applied.
Heat-shrinkable sleeve (or commonly "shrink sleeve") is a corrosion protective coating for pipelines in the form of a wraparound or tubular sleeve that is field-applied.
Hot tapping
Hot tapping, or pressure tapping, is the method of making a connection to existing piping or pressure vessels without the interruption of emptying that section of pipe or vessel.
Hot tapping, or pressure tapping, is the method of making a connection to existing piping or pressure vessels without the interruption of emptying that section of pipe or vessel.
Hydrogen pipeline transport
Hydrogen pipeline transport is a transportation of hydrogen through a pipe as part of the hydrogen infrastructure.
Hydrogen pipeline transport is a transportation of hydrogen through a pipe as part of the hydrogen infrastructure.
Hydrostatic test
A hydrostatic test is a way in which pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks.
A hydrostatic test is a way in which pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks.
Insulated pipe
Insulated pipes (called also preinsulated pipes or bonded pipe ) are widely used for district heating and hot water supply in Europe.
Insulated pipes (called also preinsulated pipes or bonded pipe ) are widely used for district heating and hot water supply in Europe.
Iron pipe size
Iron Pipe Size (IPS) refers to an old pipe sizing system still in use by some industries, including major PVC pipe manufacturers, as well as some legacy drawings and equipment.
Iron Pipe Size (IPS) refers to an old pipe sizing system still in use by some industries, including major PVC pipe manufacturers, as well as some legacy drawings and equipment.
Manifold (engineering)
A manifold, in systems for moving fluids or gases is a junction of pipes or channels, typically bringing one into many or many into one.
A manifold, in systems for moving fluids or gases is a junction of pipes or channels, typically bringing one into many or many into one.
Manifold (general engineering)
A manifold, in systems for moving fluids or gases is a junction of pipes or channels, typically bringing one into many or many into one.
A manifold, in systems for moving fluids or gases is a junction of pipes or channels, typically bringing one into many or many into one.
Manning formula
The Manning formula, known also as the Gauckler–Manning formula, or Gauckler–Manning–Strickler formula in Europe, is an empirical formula for open channel flow, or free-surface flow ...
The Manning formula, known also as the Gauckler–Manning formula, or Gauckler–Manning–Strickler formula in Europe, is an empirical formula for open channel flow, or free-surface flow ...
Moody chart
The Moody chart or Moody diagram is a graph in non-dimensional form that relates the Darcy friction factor, Reynolds number and relative roughness for fully developed flow in a circular pipe.
The Moody chart or Moody diagram is a graph in non-dimensional form that relates the Darcy friction factor, Reynolds number and relative roughness for fully developed flow in a circular pipe.
National pipe thread
National Pipe Thread Tapered Thread (NPT) is a U.S. standard for tapered threads used on threaded pipes and fittings.
National Pipe Thread Tapered Thread (NPT) is a U.S. standard for tapered threads used on threaded pipes and fittings.
Nipple (plumbing)
In plumbing and piping, a nipple is a fitting, consisting of a short piece of pipe, usually provided with a male pipe thread at each end, for connecting two other fittings.
In plumbing and piping, a nipple is a fitting, consisting of a short piece of pipe, usually provided with a male pipe thread at each end, for connecting two other fittings.
Nominal Pipe Size
Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) is a North American set of standard sizes for pipes used for high or low pressures and temperatures.
Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) is a North American set of standard sizes for pipes used for high or low pressures and temperatures.
Pipe (fluid conveyance)
A pipe is a tubular section or hollow cylinder, usually but not necessarily of circular cross-section, used mainly to convey substances which can flow — liquids and gases, slurries, p...
A pipe is a tubular section or hollow cylinder, usually but not necessarily of circular cross-section, used mainly to convey substances which can flow — liquids and gases, slurries, p...
Pipe bursting
Pipe bursting is a trenchless method of replacing buried pipelines (such as sewer, water, or natural gas pipes) without the need for a traditional construction trench.
Pipe bursting is a trenchless method of replacing buried pipelines (such as sewer, water, or natural gas pipes) without the need for a traditional construction trench.
Pipe Cutting
Pipe cutting, or pipe profiling, is a mechanized industrial process that removes material from pipe or tube to create a desired profile.
Pipe cutting, or pipe profiling, is a mechanized industrial process that removes material from pipe or tube to create a desired profile.
Pipe drift
Pipe drift is a measure of the roundness or eccentricity of the inside wall of a pipe.
Pipe drift is a measure of the roundness or eccentricity of the inside wall of a pipe.
Pipe fitting
Pipe fitting is the occupation of installing or repairing piping or tubing systems that convey liquid, gas, and occasionally solid materials.
Pipe fitting is the occupation of installing or repairing piping or tubing systems that convey liquid, gas, and occasionally solid materials.
Pipe flow
Pipe flow, a branch of Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics, is a type of liquid flow within a closed conduit (conduit in the sense of a means of containment).
Pipe flow, a branch of Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics, is a type of liquid flow within a closed conduit (conduit in the sense of a means of containment).
Pipe network analysis
In fluid dynamics, pipe network analysis is the analysis of the fluid flow through a hydraulics network, containing several or many interconnected branches.
In fluid dynamics, pipe network analysis is the analysis of the fluid flow through a hydraulics network, containing several or many interconnected branches.
Pipe wrench
The pipe wrench is an adjustable wrench used for turning soft iron pipes and fittings with a rounded surface.
The pipe wrench is an adjustable wrench used for turning soft iron pipes and fittings with a rounded surface.
Pipefitter
A pipefitter is a tradesman who lays out, assembles, fabricates, maintains and repairs mechanical piping systems.
A pipefitter is a tradesman who lays out, assembles, fabricates, maintains and repairs mechanical piping systems.
Pipeline video inspection
Pipeline video inspection is a form of telepresence used to visually inspect the interiors of pipelines.
Pipeline video inspection is a form of telepresence used to visually inspect the interiors of pipelines.
Piping
Within industry, piping is a system of pipes used to convey fluids from one location to another.
Within industry, piping is a system of pipes used to convey fluids from one location to another.
Piping and instrumentation diagram
A process and instrumentation diagram/drawing (P&ID) is a diagram in the process industry which shows the piping of the process flow together with the installed equipment and instrumentation.
A process and instrumentation diagram/drawing (P&ID) is a diagram in the process industry which shows the piping of the process flow together with the installed equipment and instrumentation.
Piping and plumbing fittings
Fittings are used in pipe and plumbing systems to connect straight pipe or tubing sections, to adapt to different sizes or shapes, and for other purposes, such as regulating or measuring fluid flow.
Fittings are used in pipe and plumbing systems to connect straight pipe or tubing sections, to adapt to different sizes or shapes, and for other purposes, such as regulating or measuring fluid flow.
Plastic pipework
Plastic pipework standards for the conveyance of drinking water, waste water, chemicals, heating and cooling fluids, foodstuffs, ultra-pure liquids, slurries, gases, compressed air and vacuum sy...
Plastic pipework standards for the conveyance of drinking water, waste water, chemicals, heating and cooling fluids, foodstuffs, ultra-pure liquids, slurries, gases, compressed air and vacuum sy...
Plastic pressure pipe systems
Plastic pressure pipe systems are used for the conveyance of drinking water, waste water, chemicals, heating and cooling fluids, foodstuffs, ultra-pure liquids, slurries, gases, compressed air a...
Plastic pressure pipe systems are used for the conveyance of drinking water, waste water, chemicals, heating and cooling fluids, foodstuffs, ultra-pure liquids, slurries, gases, compressed air a...
Reinforced thermoplastic pipe
RTP is a generic term referring to a reliable high strength synthetic fibre reinforced thermoplastic pipe, initially developed in the early 1990s by Wavin Repox, Akzo Nobel and by Tubes d'Aquita...
RTP is a generic term referring to a reliable high strength synthetic fibre reinforced thermoplastic pipe, initially developed in the early 1990s by Wavin Repox, Akzo Nobel and by Tubes d'Aquita...
Relief valve
The relief valve (RV) is a type of valve used to control or limit the pressure in a system or vessel which can build up by a process upset, instrument or equipment failure, or fire.
The relief valve (RV) is a type of valve used to control or limit the pressure in a system or vessel which can build up by a process upset, instrument or equipment failure, or fire.
Repiping
Repiping or to replumb you home is the more permenent way to repair a leak you may have under the slab.
Repiping or to replumb you home is the more permenent way to repair a leak you may have under the slab.
Reynolds number
In fluid mechanics, the Reynolds number (Re) is a dimensionless number that gives a measure of the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces and consequently quantifies the relative impor...
In fluid mechanics, the Reynolds number (Re) is a dimensionless number that gives a measure of the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces and consequently quantifies the relative impor...
Riser clamp
A Riser clamp is a device used by mechanical building trades to support vertical runs of piping at each floor level.
A Riser clamp is a device used by mechanical building trades to support vertical runs of piping at each floor level.
Rupture disc
A rupture disc, also known as a bursting disc or burst diaphragm, is a non-reclosing pressure relief device that, in most uses, protects a pressure vessel, equipment or system from o...
A rupture disc, also known as a bursting disc or burst diaphragm, is a non-reclosing pressure relief device that, in most uses, protects a pressure vessel, equipment or system from o...
Sleeve (construction)
In construction, a sleeve is used both by the electrical and mechanical trades to create a penetration.
In construction, a sleeve is used both by the electrical and mechanical trades to create a penetration.
Sprinkler fitting
Sprinkler fitting is an occupation consisting of the installing, testing, inspecting, and certifying of automatic fire suppression systems in all types of structures.
Sprinkler fitting is an occupation consisting of the installing, testing, inspecting, and certifying of automatic fire suppression systems in all types of structures.
Steel casing pipe
Steel Casing Pipe, also known as encasement pipe, is most commonly used in underground construction to protect utility lines of various types from getting damaged.
Steel Casing Pipe, also known as encasement pipe, is most commonly used in underground construction to protect utility lines of various types from getting damaged.
Thread protector
A thread protector is used to protect the threads of a pipe during transportation and storage.
A thread protector is used to protect the threads of a pipe during transportation and storage.
Threaded pipe
A threaded pipe is a pipe with screw-threaded ends for assembly.
A threaded pipe is a pipe with screw-threaded ends for assembly.
Trace heating
Electric trace heating, also known as electric heat tracing, heat tape or surface heating, is a system used to maintain or raise the temperature of pipes and vessels.
Electric trace heating, also known as electric heat tracing, heat tape or surface heating, is a system used to maintain or raise the temperature of pipes and vessels.
Tube (fluid conveyance)
A tube, or tubing, is a long hollow cylinder used to convey fluids (liquids or gases).
A tube, or tubing, is a long hollow cylinder used to convey fluids (liquids or gases).
Tube bending
Tube bending is the umbrella term for metal forming processes used to permanently form pipes or tubing.
Tube bending is the umbrella term for metal forming processes used to permanently form pipes or tubing.
Tube cleaning
Tube cleaning describes the activity of, or device for, the cleaning and maintenance of fouled tubes.
Tube cleaning describes the activity of, or device for, the cleaning and maintenance of fouled tubes.
Valve
A valve is a device that regulates, directs or controls the flow of a fluid (gases, liquids, fluidized solids, or slurries) by opening, closing, or partially obstructing various passageways.
A valve is a device that regulates, directs or controls the flow of a fluid (gases, liquids, fluidized solids, or slurries) by opening, closing, or partially obstructing various passageways.
Water pipe
Water pipes are pipes or tubes, frequently made of polyvinyl chloride, ductile iron, steel, cast iron, polypropylene, polyethylene, or copper, that carry pressurized and treated fresh water to b...
Water pipes are pipes or tubes, frequently made of polyvinyl chloride, ductile iron, steel, cast iron, polypropylene, polyethylene, or copper, that carry pressurized and treated fresh water to b...
Weld-On
Weld-On is a division of IPS Corporation, a manufacturer of solvent cements, primers and cleaners for PVC, CPVC, and ABS plastic piping systems.
Weld-On is a division of IPS Corporation, a manufacturer of solvent cements, primers and cleaners for PVC, CPVC, and ABS plastic piping systems.