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This paper explains some of these issues and the cost implications of them. Some think that Flexible (plastic) pipes and Rigid (concrete) pipes are installed the same way. Actually the design concepts are entirely different. Rigid pipelines rely mainly on inherent pipe strength.
Flexible pipes have carved out their place not only in floating facilities but also in the shallow and medium water markets once the exclusive domain of rigid steel flowlines. With internal diameters ranging from 2" to 22", flexible pipes are the product of choice for infield lines.
Cost Comparison – Rigid vs. Flexible Pipe • The cost of the flexible pipe can range from USD2,000 to USD4,000 per metre of 10” ID + ancillaries • Rigid CRA pipe is more cost efficient at: ~ USD850/m for 12” OD Stainless Steel (316) lined ~ USD1250/m for 12” OD Inconel (625) lined • Rigid Carbon steel pipe is even more cost ...
This domestic water piping design guide takes you step by step through the sizing process of domestic water piping. It starts with background on the domestic water system, applicable codes, water supply fixture units, then covers how to quickly size pipes with a custom cheat sheet table.
Design of a PE piping system is essentially no different than the design undertaken with any ductile and flexible piping material. The design equations and relationships are well-established in the literature, and they can be employed in concert with the distinct performance properties of this material to create a piping system
BIM comprises all information of a building with building structure (BWS), architecture, MEP design, structural design, building services (TGA), fire protection, project sequence, quantity takeoff as well as the time and cost dimension.
• The direct cost of piping is related to the purchase and installation of piping along with accessories. i.e. it deals with raw materials, labour, energy etc. • Indirect cost includes: • Design and engineering cost, which cover the cost of design and cost of “engineering” of the piping system, purchasing, procurement and
