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Engineering & Design Considerations (adapted from workbook & CD) Note: Clicking on the subjects underlined will give you a sample of the quality and content of TIPS published materials. When engineering thermoplastic piping systems, follow generally accepted engineering piping practices. Plastic piping does have several unique engineering properties compared to non-plastic materials. This section will highlight these differences to ensure a effective and long lasting piping installation. General Design Piping Practices Chemical Resistance Pressure Pipe Ratings Vacuum Collapse Rating Hydraulic Shock Expansion Loops & Offsets Support Spacing Anchors & Guides Other Above-ground Considerations Plastic Piping Design Practices Operating Pressure Determination Temperature-Pressure Relationship Pressure Losses Thermal Expansion & Contraction Thermal Stress Pipe Hangers Insulation of Plastic Piping Below-ground Considerations Expansion Loops & Offsets Pipe Hanger   Return to Top