How to size Plumbing Water pipes using Fixture Units

Learn all the steps for designing the size of plumbing pipes, including how fixture Units are used in the process and how different plumbing fixtures effect flow in GPM (L/m) and Pressure requirements. Learn how to use the plumbing charts found in the plumbing code to select fixture units, water flow and pipe sizes.


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