New here, but really like it!
I like the comments JOP.
Piping on pumps,
Do:
Suction reducer FOT – if service is liquid.
Suction reducer FOB – if service is slurry
Suction reducer FOB – if service is liquid, and the source is from above (trapped air should entrain back up the feed piping)
If you put an isolating valve on the discharge side, specify LO – locked open
Put a check valve on the discharge line.
Check straight length requirements for the suction.
Support the pipe properly.
Don’t:
Run piping over the motor – it needs to be pulled out for service & maintenance, usually by crane.
