Pipe Colors Clause Samples

Pipe Colors. All new piping shall be labeled, in accordance with ASME A13.1 - Scheme for the Identification of Piping Systems, to indicate contents and direction of flow. Install commercially manufactured "wrap around" pipe labels a minimum of every 20 feet in horizontal pipe runs. In addition, install one label as close as possible to each point of connection or use, adjacent to all valves or regulators, at any line entry point, and at both sides of floor, ceiling, and wall penetrations. Paint all piping with two coats enamel. Use the following colors for piping and labels: a) Steam/condensate - paint yellow (label is black on yellow) b) Low hazard liquids - paint green (label is white on yellow) c) Compressed gases (non-flammable) - paint blue (label is white on blue) d) Flammable gases - paint yellow (label is black on yellow)