Alternate piping systems for district cooling.

Author(s) : COUCH R. O.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Notes the different types of piping materials that may be used for district cooling networks (steel, polyvinyl chloride, and ductile iron) and examines the physical characteristics and relative merits of each. Discusses whether insulation is necessary for district cooling pipes. Supplies a table giving estimated costs for bare pipe, insulated pipe and for their installation, to help the designer compare the installed cost of the various systems.

Details

  • Original title: Alternate piping systems for district cooling.
  • Record ID : 1993-1577
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Dist. Heat. Cool. - vol. 77 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 1991
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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