By:

Dr. S. SUMATHI
Process Diagrams

• 2 Types of Process Diagrams

– Process Flow Diagram (PFD)

– Process and Instrument Drawing/ Piping and

Instrumentation Drawing (P&ID)
Process Flow Diagram (PFD)

• A flow diagram is a simple illustration that uses process

symbols to describe the primary flow path through a unit.

• A process flow diagram provides a quick snapshot of the

operating unit.

• Flow diagrams include all primary equipment and flows.

• Complex control loops and instrumentation are not included.

• The flow diagram is used for visitor information and new

employee training.
Example 1
Example 2
Process & Instrument drawing (PID)

• A process and instrument drawing is more complex.

• The P&ID includes a graphic representation of the equipment,

piping, and instrumentation.

• Provides a complete picture of electronic & instrument

systems.

• Process operators can look at their process and see how the
engineering department has automated the unit.

• Pressure, temperature, flow & level control loops are all

included on the unit P&ID.
Basic instrument symbols
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Example 2
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Assignment 3

• Draw out the PID for the given drawing sheet

• Use all the tools that you have learnt in this
course
• Make the PID look as impressive/creative as
possible
• Draw out in an A3 (42.0cm, 29.7cm) drawing
paper limits