1.4 Definitions
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Statutory Documents - IMO Publications and Documents - Resolutions - Assembly - IMO Resolution A.753(18) - Guidelines for the Application of Plastic Pipes on Ships - (adopted on 4 November 1993)Amended by Resolution MSC.313(88) - Annex - Guidelines for the Application of Plastic Pipes on Ships - 1 Introduction - 1.4 Definitions

1.4 Definitions

  1.4.1 Plastic(s) as used in these guidelines refers to both thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic materials, with or without reinforcement, such as uPVC and fibre reinforced plastics - FRP. Plastic includes synthetic rubber and materials of similar thermo/mechanical properties.

  1.4.2 Piping/Piping systems - The terms piping and piping systems include the pipe, fittings, system joints, method of joining and any internal or external liners, coverings and coatings required to comply with the performance criteria. For example, if the basic material needs a fire protective coating to comply with the fire endurance requirements, then the piping should be manufactured and tested with both the basic material and coating attached and submitted to the Administration for approval as a material system.

  1.4.3 Joint - the term joint refers to the permanent method of joining pipes by adhesive bonding, laminating, welding, etc.

  1.4.4 Fittings - the term fittings refers to bends, elbows, fabricated branch pieces, etc., of plastic material.

Parent topic: 1 Introduction
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