This article is about Hangers and Supports Receiving, Handling and Storage, Selection & Material Inspection Checklist in commercial buildings, plants and refinery projects related to Plumbing Engineering Piping System as per international codes and standards.
Hangers and Supports Selection & Material Inspection Checklist
Material Receiving Checklist
- Contractor shall visually inspect all incoming material for damage
- Contractor shall verify that size, type and material of hangers and supports delivered are in conformance with the Purchased Order (P.O.)
- Hangers and anchors shall be of metal of sufficient strength. Plumber’s strap or equal stainless steel strap may be used as residential straps and hangers.
- The minimum hanger width for plastic pipe shall be 2 in (50 mm).
Note: Wire or banding material is prohibited.” - Metallic Hanger bands of different type to that of the metallic piping being supported shall be electrically insulated to prevent galvanic reaction.
Handling, Storage and Preservation
- Verify that approved procedures for handling, storage and preservation lists all the required inspection schedules for maintaining the quality of supports and their accessories.
International Codes and Standard References for Hangers and Supports Selection
SAES-S-060 – Saudi Aramco Plumbing Code.
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