Construction & Electrical Materials Distribution: 017 - tubes, Fittings & Flanges
This module provides you with a detailed overview of pipework materials and systems. The product knowledge contained in this particular module will enable you to confidently provide the customer with information related to the appropriate selection of suitable piping materials.
Please find below the list of topics covered within this module.
Pipework Materials
- Material Properties
- Ferrous Metals
- Non-Ferrous Metals
- Plastic Materials
The Selection of Suitable Piping Materials
- Physical Properties of Fluids
- Design Conditions
- Allowances
- Allowable Stresses
- Pressure and Temperature Rating of Components Used in Piping Systems
- Thermal Movement and Flexibility
- Pipe Sizing
British and European Standard Tubes
- Cast Iron Pipework
- Ductile Iron Pipework
- Carbon Steel Pipes
- Stainless Steel Tubes
- Copper Tubes
- Plastic Pipes and Tubes
Methods of Joining Pipes and Tubes
- Threaded Joints
- Welded Joints
- Soldered and Brazed Joints
- Mechanical Joints
Fittings
- Specifying Fittings
- Malleable Iron and Steel
- Welding Fittings
- Solder Fittings
- Compression Fittings
- Fittings for Plastic Pipes
- Expansion Devices
Flanges
- Specifications for Flanges
- Attachment of Flanges to Pipes
- Flange Rings and Gaskets
Pipe Support Systems
- Causes of Pipeline Movement
- Bracketing
- Pipeline Supports