Industrial Piping Systems

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Which of the following is NOT a common use of piping?

Residential construction (correct)

Commercial plumbing

Marine transportation

Industrial processing

According to the passage, what is the purpose of 'utility piping'?

To collect rainwater, sewage, and industrial wastewater

To convey steam, air, water, etc. for processing (correct)

To distribute public utilities like water, fuel, and gases

To transport fluids between storage tanks and processing units

What is the relationship between the 'nominal pipe size' (NPS) and the 'schedule number' (SCH) of a pipe?

NPS and SCH both define the outside diameter of the pipe

NPS and SCH are independent pipe specifications

NPS and SCH both define the wall thickness of the pipe

NPS defines the outside diameter, while SCH defines the wall thickness (correct)

What is the primary purpose of 'process piping' in industrial applications?

To transport fluids between storage tanks and processing units Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common material used for transportation pipelines?

Copper Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of 'service piping' in industrial applications?

To convey steam, air, water, etc. for processing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using flanges in a piping system?

To facilitate the assembly and disassembly of the piping system Signup and view all the answers

What type of material is commonly used to construct flanges?

Forged steel and cast iron Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Flange Rating' associated with a flange?

It determines the maximum pressure the flange can safely withstand Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an 'Eccentric Reducer' in a piping system?

To transition between horizontal and vertical pipe runs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a 'Union' fitting in a piping system?

To allow quick and convenient disconnection of pipes Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common reason for incorporating flanges into a piping system?

To provide a means for future expansion or connection Signup and view all the answers

Which principle recommends the use of standardized containers, equipment, and pallets?

Standardization Principle Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Flexibility Principle?

To allow for the use of variable speed drives and attachments/accessories Signup and view all the answers

Which principle suggests the use of lightweight materials for movable materials handling equipment?

Dead-Weight Principle Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the Motion Principle?

To minimize the time spent on loading and unloading materials Signup and view all the answers

Which principle recommends the use of indirect labor for materials handling?

Idle Time Principle Signup and view all the answers

Which principle suggests the use of mobile equipment over fixed equipment?

Flexibility Principle Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of a well-designed materials handling system?

To ensure the right quantity of materials is delivered at the right place and time in the most economical manner Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice according to the Maintenance Principle?

Neglect regular maintenance to avoid disrupting production Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Obsolescence Principle?

To establish a definite replacement policy for outdated equipment Signup and view all the answers

According to the Control Principle, which of the following practices is NOT recommended?

Handling materials without any coordination with purchasing and production Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is FALSE according to the Capacity Principle?

Outdoor or rented storage spaces should never be used Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Performance Principle?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transportation for moving raw materials and products within a plant?

Pipeline Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common materials-handling problem mentioned in the text?

Radioactivity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of marking tanks with the design approval number?

To comply with regulations regarding hazardous substance storage Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between fixed capital investment (FCI) and working capital?

FCI is the capital needed for the installed process equipment, while working capital is the capital needed for the overall plant operation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of securing access to class 6 and 8 storage areas?

To prevent unauthorized personnel from entering the storage areas. Signup and view all the answers