Method 1: Boxing-In Pipes. This method is most commonly used for boxing-in pipework in the middle of a wall, or underneath a boiler. The only requirement for this method is that you have room either side of the pipework to fit two single battens. If your pipes are butted into the corner of the room, you'll need to follow method 2. 1.
Read MoreThe grey patches show an attempt to repair the insulation. There probably needs to be a steam trap installed on this line, or if there is a steam trap, it may not be working correctly. "Missing" Steam Traps. On the other side of this wall there is a long run of steam pipe; it then makes 2 sharp 90 Degree bends.
Read MoreSteam drum shall be minimum 900 mm (36 inch) diameter. Bottom drum shall be minimum 600 mm (24 inch) diameter. Equip steam drum with elliptical side-hinged manway on each end. Equip bottom drum with non-hinged elliptical manways at each end. Equip all manways with properly fitted forged steel yokes, bolts, nuts, and non-asbestos gaskets.
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