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(M1-MAIN) Building Water Distribution System

This document discusses water distribution systems and their components. It describes the basic principles of water supply distribution systems, including maintaining water quality in pipes and sufficient water pressure. It also outlines the types of water distribution systems like dead-end, gridiron, circular/ring, and radial. Key components of home plumbing systems are identified as the water supply system, fixtures and appliances, and drain system. Water fixture planning and minimum requirements are covered. Hydrostatic testing of pipelines is described as the final quality check before a line is put into service.

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(M1-MAIN) Building Water Distribution System

This document discusses water distribution systems and their components. It describes the basic principles of water supply distribution systems, including maintaining water quality in pipes and sufficient water pressure. It also outlines the types of water distribution systems like dead-end, gridiron, circular/ring, and radial. Key components of home plumbing systems are identified as the water supply system, fixtures and appliances, and drain system. Water fixture planning and minimum requirements are covered. Hydrostatic testing of pipelines is described as the final quality check before a line is put into service.

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CE0065

Engineering Utilities 2
MODULE 1
Building Water Distribution System
1.1 Introduction to water distribution
1.2 Components
1.3 Minimum Requirements
1.4 Water Supply System Plan
Water distribution system
refers to water supply
network which carries potable
water from a treatment facility
or any source of water to
consumers for various
purposes – residential,
commercial, industrial, etc.
Water distribution system
Consumers use water for many purposes such as:
• Drinking • Irrigation
• Cooking • Animal use
• Washing • Other commercial
• Taking a bath activities
• Cleaning
Basic Principles of WSDS:
✓ the quality of water should not deteriorate in the
distribution pipes
✓ Water supply should have sufficient pressure heads
✓ Water supply should be enough during fire-fighting
✓ No customer should be without water supply during repair
of any section
✓ All pipes should be laid 1 meter away or above the sewer
lines
✓ Pipes should be water-tight to prevent leakage
Types of Water Distribution System
A. Dead-end/ Tree • The extended portion of a pipe is closed to
which no connections are made
Types of Water Distribution System
B. Gridiron • The main supply line run through the center
of the building, and submains
• All pipes are interconnected
Types of Water Distribution System
C. Circular/Ring • Forms a ring of supply around the area
• Branch pipes are connected cross-wise to the
mains and to each other
Types of Water Distribution System
D. Radial • The whole building is divided into several
distribution areas
• Each building has centrally elevated reservoir
Plumbing Engineers

• responsible for systems that serve all types of buildings


such as residential, commercial, industrial, public
facilities, etc.
• Should have knowledge about fixture selection and
quality of fixtures
1. Non-toxic materials should be used

2. There should never be a cross-connection between private and


public water supply system

3. Water supply piping must never be directly connected to the


drainage system.

4. Water supply must never be directly connected to embalming,


mortuary, operating, or dissection tables.
5. No direct connection for pump priming

6. No direct connections to sterilizers, aspirators, or similar equipment

7. No back flow of water from water heaters/coolers/ or alike

8. Air gap must be provided between overflow and water supply outlet

9. Below-the-rim water supply connections must never be made


A regular home plumbing system has three (3) basic
components:
1. Water Supply System • system of pipes and fittings where fresh
water is supplied throughout the building
2. Fixtures and appliances • Fixtures includes sinks, bathtubs, showers,
toilet, and faucets
• Appliances includes heater, washing
machine, dishwasher
3. Drain system • System of pipes, fittings, and vents where
waste water is being directed towards the
sewer
- Used to determine the minimum
fixture unit demand
- Final quality check before the pipeline
is placed in service
- Checks leaks and quality pipe
connections
- Usually uses 40psi with holding time
of 4 hours to 24 hours
- Approved as provided in section 501

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