Piping Piping Design and Layout 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of a pipe support guide in a piping system?

Accepted Answer

To allow axial movement while restraining lateral movement

Answer

To prevent all pipe movement

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To transmit weight load to the structure

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To isolate vibration from the pipe

Question 2

Which type of pipe support is used when the load must be transmitted to the structure while allowing vertical movement?

Accepted Answer

Spring hanger

Answer

Rigid hanger

Answer

Anchor

Answer

Guide

Question 3

What does the term 'dead leg' mean in piping design?

Accepted Answer

A pipe segment with no flow that can accumulate stagnant fluid

Answer

A pipe that is no longer in service

Answer

A drain connection at the lowest point

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A pipe run with excessive pressure drop

Question 4

In a plot plan, what does 'North Arrow' indicate?

Accepted Answer

The orientation of the facility relative to true or plant north

Answer

The direction of prevailing wind

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The location of the nearest utility connection

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The direction of process fluid flow

Question 5

What is the minimum recommended headroom clearance for pipe racks over roads inside a plant?

Accepted Answer

4.5 m

Answer

3.5 m

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5.5 m

Answer

6.5 m

Question 6

What is a 'line list' in a piping project?

Accepted Answer

A document tabulating all pipe lines with their design conditions, material class, and insulation requirements

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A list of all pipe fittings on a project

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A schedule of pipe support installation dates

Answer

A record of hydrostatic test pressures