Natural Gas Systems – Sizing and Design Consideration

What is that yellow pipe for? Do you know how to size a natural gas system? Natural gas piping systems are in use in virtually every commercial building. Natural gas is used for comfort heating, cooking, laundry, water heaters, fireplaces, even decorative lighting and fire pits. The proper design and installation of natural gas systems is essential for not only the efficient operation of appliances but also the safety and health of building occupants. This interactive online course will take an in-depth look at a number of considerations that must be addressed before design can begin including:

  • Knowing the applicable codes,
  • Knowing the requirements of the natural gas utility supplier,
  • Venting requirements,
  • Pipe identification and labeling requirements,
  • Pipe support requirements,
  • Gas meter clearances for windows, air intakes and electrical equipment,
  • Sizing methods to use, and
  • Selection of piping material.
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Course Details

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Determine the applicable code to use in designing a natural gas system
  • Discuss the labeling requirements for natural gas systems
  • Discuss the support requirements of natural gas pipe
  • List three utility requirements for natural gas meters
  • Describe the three types of sizing methods for natural piping systems

Specs

Course Level Intermediate
Languages English
Compatibility Audio, WebCast, MobileReady

Robert Hazleton, Jr., PE

Bob has over 40 years of experience in the mechanical engineering. His experience ranges from hands on work at an electrical generating station, part of an installation team at a NASA tracking station and supervisor of an operations and maintenance crew at a research laboratory. Bob also has been a design engineer working for Lenity Architecture and it predecessors for the past 18 years. This range of experience gives Bob a unique perspective of mechanical system design and installation. Bob is a registered professional engineer in 36 States. During his time with Lenity Architecture Bob has worked on hundreds of project across the United States and Canada. In this range of work Bob has experienced a vast variety of building codes and interpretations. Bob has experience with HVAC, plumbing, natural gas, electrical power, fire alarm and low voltage systems. He has experience testing of smoke control system and kitchen ventilation systems. Bob is married and lives in Oregon. His two adult children are employed in the medical field as an MD and an RN. Bob is a retired NCAA and High School football official.

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