West Virginia Piping Contractor (2023-10-05)

Compact and pocket-sized, this handy reference contains thousands of facts and figures relevant to pipefitters, steamfitters-anyone concerned with layout and installation of pipe.

2018 IPC Turbo Tabs consist of clear plastic self-adhesive tabs that have key sections of the 2018 International Plumbing Code printed on them in an easy-to-read format. Can be used with either the 2018 International Plumbing Code or the 2018 IPC Code and Commentary.

The IPC provides minimum regulations for plumbing facilities in terms of both performance and prescriptive objectives, and provides for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials, and systems. Important changes include: Updated table for the Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures. Single-user toilet facilities (a room having a single water closet and a single lavatory) are not required to be labeled for use by only a male or female (separated use designations). Solar thermal water heating systems need to conform to the ICC 900/SRCC 300 standard. Well systems are required to comply with standard NGWA-01 where local requirements do not cover subject matter or are lacking in detail on others.

"The NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management" is divided into three primary segments:

The first segment delves into the initiation and planning phases of your enterprise. It offers guidance on crafting a business strategy, selecting an appropriate business framework, navigating the complexities of licensing and insurance, and acquiring fundamental skills in management and marketing.

The second segment explores essential knowledge required for managing a thriving construction enterprise. It encompasses topics such as cost estimation, handling contracts, scheduling, overseeing projects, adhering to safety and environmental regulations, and fostering positive relationships with workers, subcontractors, and clients.

The third segment furnishes crucial insights for managing your business's administrative tasks. It addresses financial oversight, fundamentals of taxation, and the intricacies of lien laws. Proper management of these business aspects is critical to avoid significant issues.

A standard reference for decades, this new edition of Pipe Welding Procedures continues to reinforce the welder's understanding of procedures. Drawing on his extensive practical and teaching experience in the field, the author describes in detail the manipulating procedures used to weld pipe joints. You will find useful information on heat input and distribution, essentials of shielded metal-arc technology, distortion, pipe welding defects, welding safety, essentials of welding metallurgy, and qualification of the welding procedure and the welder.

Fully up-to-date with the latest codes and standards, this practical resource contains everything you need to plan, select, design, specify, and test piping systems for industry, commercial, and institutional applications. The book includes complete coverage of pipes, fittings, valves, jointing methods, hangers, supports, pumps, tanks, and other required equipment.

Facility Piping Systems Handbook, Third Edition, progresses from fundamentals of systems operation to a design procedure that allows quick and accurate component and pipe sizing. Listings of FDA, EPA, and OSHA requirements are included. Complete with formulas, charts, and tables, this invaluable all-in-one volume will save you time and money on the job.