Adding Up Fixture Loads to Determine Pipe Sizing

Assigning the water supply fixtures to the various branches is the first step in determining the minimum pipe sizes.

Adding Up Fixture Loads to Determine Pipe Sizing

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In my last column “Totally Loaded” in January, we examined plumbing codes and determined how to properly assign the “total” load of the water distribution system. This month, we’ll take the next step in the process and assign the Water Supply Fixture Units (WSFU) to the...

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