piping system vs pipework system

Both 'piping system' and 'pipework system' are correct and commonly used to refer to a system of pipes used for conveying fluids or gases. The choice between the two may depend on regional preferences or specific contexts, but they are essentially interchangeable.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

piping system

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a system of pipes used for conveying fluids or gases.

It refers to a system of pipes used for conveying fluids or gases in various applications, such as in plumbing, heating, or industrial processes.

Examples:

The piping system in the building needed to be upgraded to meet safety standards.
The engineer designed a complex piping system for the new chemical plant.

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.2.2 Valves not forming part of a piping system shall not be permitted in watertight subdivision bulkheads.
.2.2 Valves not forming part of a piping system shall not be permitted in watertight subdivision bulkheads.
The test with water is to be conducted using a liquid flowmeter (or equivalent) installed in a piping system having sufficient pressure to provide the required flow.
the maximum quantity of cargo discharged from each tank and its associated piping system does not exceed the maximum quantity approved in accordance with the procedures referred to in subparagraph
.2 the main steering gear is so arranged that after a single failure in its piping system or in one of the power units the defect can be isolated so that the steering capability can be maintained or speedily regained.
The extinguishing agent shall be conveyed to the room to be protected and distributed there by means of a fixed piping system.
Piping: building a leak tight piping system in a refrigeration installation
The fixed piping system shall be such that 85 % of the gas can be discharged into the space within 2 min...
The fixed piping system shall be such that 85 % of the gas can be discharged into the space within 2 min.
.3 The fixed piping system shall be such that 85 % of the gas can be discharged into the space within 2 minutes.
'Nominal size (DN)' means a numerical designation of size which is common to all components in a piping system other than components indicated by outside diameters or by thread size.
(608) Flanges are metal parts that provide an ability to connect and disconnect piping system components, produced generally by forging carbon steel billets or rounds and subsequent machining.
The investment consisted essentially in building a connection to the local authority water purification plant, and changing the piping system so as to reduce the volume of water needed.
.9 All external high pressure fuel delivery lines between the high pressure fuel pumps and fuel injectors shall be protected with a jacketed piping system capable of containing fuel from a high pressure line failure.

Alternatives:

pipe system
pipeline system
plumbing system
fluid conveyance system
conduit system

pipework system

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a system of pipes used for conveying fluids or gases.

It also refers to a system of pipes used for conveying fluids or gases, similar to 'piping system.' It may be preferred in certain regions or industries.