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Rack Piping
Rack Piping
PIPERACK
SETTING LINE, VALVE AND INSTRUMENT LOCATIONS.
Many factors must be considered when locating each line, valve and
instrument in a pipe rack.
Exhibit 11-10 example of typical layout.
Process Lines
On the lower level or levels.
Utility Piping
The utility piping in on the top level, which carries piping.
Largest lines
Near the outside where possible to reduce the overall load on the
supporting beams.
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Meter runs are located in the pipe rack only when absolutely
necessary.
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Because space in the pipe rack is limited once the design is set, it is
important to route lines to avoid dead spaces.
The designer can minimize runs in the rack by consulting with the
adjacent-area designers to identify which lines can run within the
areas.
Because the development of a pipe rack often includes swapping lines,
it is advised that the designer draw the lines lightly until satisfied with
the design.
Once the layout is optimized, the line definition can be finalized.
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Hose Station
Typical arrangement for a hose station.
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The valves are staggered on either side of the catwalk and hand wheel
extension stems are furnished when necessary to facilitate operation.
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