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field pipe
Written by LeeSmith
To add or modify piping that is in the field, we need to verify what we are
working with first.
Before going to the field, gather all existing drawings, photos, and flow
sheets of the area you are working on.
This might help out develop sketches in advance to verify in the field.
Field Tools
● Small tape measure. At least 35' and 1" to 1 1/4" wide tap
● Large tape measure. Either 100' or 300'.
● Folding carpenter ruler
● Several rolls of colored twine
● Line level.
● Plumb bob
● Magnets. I use the round type with a hook an affixed to it.
● Torpedo level
● Small adjustable square
● Compass
● Marking crayons or some type of marking pen
● Camera
● Whiteboard.
● Sketch pads with clipboard and rubber bands or large clips
Getting Started
When you get to the site, take a moment to get orientated with the location.
Do the follow:
At the top of the page, write down the client, location, date, your initials,
and page number. You can write in project numbers and other identify
information later.
Sketch out the piping, make sure that you capture all the fittings, valves,
drains and vents, spectacle blinds or restriction orifices between flanged,
etc. that will be in the sketch.
Locate all supports, pipe shoes, dummy legs, base supports, etc.. Sketch
any close structures, equipment, or objects that might help you locate the
piping you sketched to the existing site plans.
Dimensioning
1. If I have a line of fittings and valves, I usually verify that they are
true to fitting dimensions and if they are, I write down "FM" (for
fitting makeup) on the sketch. Remember to check the raise face on
the flanged and the gasket thickness.
2. If you have piping with pup, or straight piping on it, there are two
ways to dimension. One is to measure the pup from weld to weld,
and add in the fittings later. Second, you can measure from fitting
to fitting centerline by estimating the center of the pipe or fitting on
each end.
Elevations