PLUMBER a person who installs and repairs the pipes and fittings of water supply, sanitation , or heating systems
refers to the installation, repair, and maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and other systems used for water distribution and sewage disposal in buildings. It involves a variety of tasks, from simple repairs like fixing a leaky faucet, to complex projects like designing and installing a new plumbing system . PLUMBING
Types Of Plumbing Systems
Water supply systems provide clean, potable water for domestic use. They typically include pipes, valves, faucets, and other fixtures that deliver water to various parts of a building. Water Supply Systems
Drainage systems remove waste and sewage from a building and transport it to a treatment plant or septic tank. They typically include pipes, traps, vents, and other fixtures that ensure proper flow and prevent backflow or clogs. Drainage Systems
Gas plumbing systems provide a safe and efficient way to distribute natural gas or propane for heating, cooking, and other purposes. They typically include pipes, valves, regulators, and other fixtures that control the flow and pressure of gas. Gas Plumbing Systems
HVAC plumbing systems are used for heating ( Central Heating Repair ), ventilation, and air conditioning in buildings. They typically include pipes, ducts, and other fixtures that distribute hot or cold air to various parts of a building HVAC Plumbing Systems
PLUMBING MATERIALS
cylindrical tubes made from steel that are used many ways in manufacturing and infrastructure. They're the most utilized product made by the steel industry. The primary use of pipe is in the transport of liquid or gas underground—including oil, gas, and water. 1. STEEL PIPING
DIFFERENT TYPES OF PIPES
PVC PIPE -refers to Poly Vinyl Chloride Plastic material. This is the most common pipe for plumbing system.
PE PIPE -refers to Polyethylene Plastic material intended for long span water system installation.
CI PIPE -is a heavy metal made of casting on molds to make fixtures. such as sink, tubs and lavatories, covered with a porcelain enamel coating.
GI PIPE -is a galvanized iron pipe which is better fitted for plumbing installation than steel pipe. It is constructed of rough iron, dipped in molten zinc and maybe identified by its dull grayishcolor
SOLVENT -is an adhesive material usually used externally TEFLON TAPE -is specifically used for attachment threaded pipe on fittings.
ABS CLEANER AND CEMENT -is an adhesive material used by a plumbean when working with ABS pipes. FITTINGS -are made in different forms that are intended for plumbing joints and connections.
FAUCET -is a point of installation system where flow of water or gas could be manipulated. MSS - refers to Manufacturer’s Standardization Society. is the only organization in the world dedicated exclusively to the technical needs of the valve and fittings industry.
NIPPLE -is a short length of pipe installed between couplings or other fittings. ADAPTOR/ADAPTER -is fittings that joints two different types of pipes together, such as ABS to cast iron or threaded to nonthreaded .