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  2. Engineering drawing abbreviations and symbols - Wikipedia

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    as, aps, apv, av, apsl, avl approved product supplier, approved vendor, approved-product-supplier list, approved-vendor list When only certain companies are approved by the CDA to manufacture the product (that is, to make what the drawing depicts/defines), they are called by names such as "approved supplier", "approved product supplier ...

  3. Atmospheric vacuum breaker - Wikipedia

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    It is usually constructed of brass and resembles a 90-degree elbow with a hood on its top to allow air to enter the water system if a siphon attempts to form. Inside this elbow is a poppet valve that is held "up" by the water pressure found in the system, closing the air entrance to the device. If the pressure in the "upstream side" is reduced ...

  4. List of abbreviations in oil and gas exploration and production

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    AV – annular velocity or apparent viscosity; AVGMS – annulus vent gas monitoring system; AVO – amplitude versus offset (geophysics) AWB/V – annulus wing block/valve ; AWO – approval for well operation; ATM – at the moment

  5. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing - Wikipedia

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    Plumbing systems also service air distribution/control, and therefore contribute to the mechanical part of MEP. Plumbing for HVAC systems involves the transfer of coolant, pressurized air, water, and occasionally other substances. Ducting for air transfer may also be consider plumbing, but is generally installed by different tradespeople. [11]

  6. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning - Wikipedia

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    In certain states, counties, or cities, either of these codes may be adopted and amended via various legislative processes. These codes are updated and published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials or the International Code Council respectively, on a 3-year code development cycle. Typically, local building ...

  7. Glossary of HVAC terms - Wikipedia

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    HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) is a major sub discipline of mechanical engineering.The goal of HVAC design is to balance indoor environmental comfort with other factors such as installation cost, ease of maintenance, and energy efficiency.

  8. Pipe marking - Wikipedia

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    The full name; Abbreviation; Chemical symbol; Refrigerant number; Coloured bands (user specified) The direction of flow should also be identified near the banding. [2] Examples using this system are as shown. Examples of pipe marking using BS 7010

  9. Plumbing - Wikipedia

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    Plumbing is any system that conveys fluids for a wide range of applications. Plumbing uses pipes, valves, plumbing fixtures, tanks, and other apparatuses to convey fluids. [1] Heating and cooling (HVAC), waste removal, and potable water delivery are among the most common uses for plumbing, but it is not limited to these applications. [2]