GUIDE DESCRIPTION

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This guide is intended to provide the best pipe marking practices so as to meet all codes and maximize
the effectiveness of the communication of information using pipe markers.

If you should need further assistance after reviewing this best practice guide, please contact one our
knowledgeable customer service representatives at 1-800-788-5572.

CONTENTS
1. Tools ................................................................... pg. 1
2. Evaluation of Facility .................................... pg. 1 - 2

Standard Abbreviations ............................ pg. 3 - 5

3. Label Creation .............................................. pg. 6
Needed Equipment and Supplies ........ pg. 6
Label Creation Steps ................................. pg. 6
4. Label Placement .......................................... pg. 7
Pipe Markers Should Be Placed .............. pg. 7

Special Conditions ...................................... pg. 7

Removing Old Labels ................................. pg. 7
5. Label Maintenance ..................................... pg. 8
6. Addendum ..................................................... pg. 9
7. Pipe Marking Guide .................................... pg. 10
8. Ammonia Pipe Marking Guide ............... pg. 11
1 The words “pipe marker/marking” and “label” will be used interchangeably.
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1. TOOLS
The recommended tools and equipment involved with this labeling project include:
ɷ Schematic of facility’s pipe system
ɷ Computer with Windows Operating System (Win 2000 and above)
ɷ Word processing software06:RUG2SHQ2IÀFH'RFXPHQWHWF
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ɷ Laptop (for portability)
ɷ DuraLabel PRO Printer2 (http://www.duralabel.com)
ɷ DuraLabel PRO library of symbols, templates, and examples
ɷ Optional
ɷ DuraLabel PRO battery (for portability)
ɷ DuraLabel PRO supplies (http://www.duralabel.com)
ɷ Tape (size of tape dependent on size of pipe)
ɷ Various sizes (size dependent on size of pipe)
ɷ Yellow, Green, Blue, Red, Brown, Orange
ɷ Thermal transfer ribbon
ɷ Black, White
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ɷ DuraLabel PRO OSHA & Pipe Marking Package
ɷ Pipe Grabber™ sleeves
ɷ Cold storage vinyl
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ɷ MBX Vinyl Zapper
ɷ Supplies and equipment to clean and prepare pipe for labeling.

2. EVALUATION OF FACILITY
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The addendum (pg. 9) to this guide provides an inspection form you can use to record the results of your
inspection.

When evaluating your facility, look for and/or pay attention to:
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ɷ Pipes with missing pipe markers.
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ɷ Areas where maintenance is performed.
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2 Although other industrial quality printers may be used, the DuraLabel PRO is a popular thermal transfer printer
proven to make effective pipe markers. The DuraLabel PRO is a high productivity printer that creates long-lasting
DuraLabel PRO pipe markers. The descriptions given in this guide use the DuraLabel PRO.
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Although the ASME/ANSI standard suggests labeling all pipes, it is required for pipes to be labeled in
the following situations:
ɷ The contents of pipes could affect procedures during emergency situations.
ɷ The contents of pipes are hazardous.
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ɷ The destination of the contents is unknown.
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ɷ One or more valves need to be shut off for maintenance.

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The content of a pipe determines the color scheme of the pipe marker. See Table 1 to ensure existing pipe
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Table 1 (Colors)
Fluid Service Background Color Letter Color
Fire Quenching Fluids Red White
Toxic & Corrosive Fluids Orange Black
Flammable Fluids Yellow Black
Combustible Fluids Brown White
Potable, Cooling, Boiler Feed, and other water Green White
Compressed Air Blue White

The size of the pipe marker is also an important factor. Properly sized labels will allow personnel to read
the labels at a reasonable distance. See Table 2 to ensure existing pipe markers are standard compliant.
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Table 2 (Sizes)
Outside Pipe Diameter Minimum Length of Minimum Height
Including Covering Label Field Color of Letters
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NOTE: Pipes too small for labels should be marked with a hanging tag.

Use the Addendum (pg. 9) at the end of this guide to help in determining the color, size, and quantity of
labels needed.

The following table provides a list of standard abbreviations that may be used on pipe markers.
Abbreviations should only be used to make the message easier to read and when it is not practical to write
out the entire word or phrase.
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Standard Abbreviations: COM Common
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3. LABEL CREATION
Needed Equipment and Supplies
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markers are needed, and there is no rush to have them applied, pipe markers can be ordered online or
from local sign and label stores. However, if more than just a few labels are needed, it is more economical
to get a label printer, such as the DuraLabel PRO, and make customized labels as needed.

To make getting started easy, DuraLabel PRO offers an OSHA & Pipe Marking Package that provides all
of the commonly used pipe labeling materials.

The DuraLabel PRO OSHA & Pipe Marking Package includes:

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This is the standard package. However this package can be
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Some of the special supplies that are available include:

ɷ Cold storage supply vinyl – Adhesive will stick on cold surfaces.
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1. See Table 2 to determine the size of label and letters and adjust page format accordingly.
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4. LABEL PLACEMENT
Labels should always be applied to clean, dry surfaces.

Pipe markers should be placed:

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arrows at one or both ends.
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Special Conditions:
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center line of the pipe to maximize visibility.
ɷ,ISLSHOLQHLVORFDWHGbelow the normal line of vision, the label shall be placed above the horizontal
center line of the pipe to maximize visibility.
ɷ Use Pipe Grabber™ Sleeves when:
ɷ Pipe is too dirty and cannot be cleaned.
ɷ Pipes are too hot.
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Removing Old Labels

Most labels are meant to be permanent and are extremely tough to remove.
When applying new pipe markers, it may be necessary to remove older
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substrate material.

By changing wheels, the MBX Vinyl Zapper can be used for other applications, such as cleaning and
preparing surfaces for new labels.

MBX Vinyl Zapper applications:

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ɷ Remove crud, concrete, debris, and waste from industrial, manufacturing or construction operations.
ɷ Remove corrosion, oxidation, rust, and scale without damaging material beneath.
ɷ Remove paint, protective coatings, and sealers.
ɷ Remove soft and gummy materials without clogging.
ɷ Remove slag and weld burn.
ɷ Decontaminate metal surfaces.
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5. LABEL MAINTENANCE
Labels should be properly maintained to ensure legibility and readability. Under normal conditions labels
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Labels should be inspected on a periodic basis and replace any that are missing or have deteriorated
beyond legibility. Accumulation of debris, grease, oil, or other materials should be cleaned off.

Pipe Markers are only useful if they are visible. DuraLabel PRO supplies are chemical resistant and
solvents and cleaning agents may be used when necessary to clean off dirt, grime, oil, etc…

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PRO pipe markers are designed to be permanent. Should the need to remove a pipe marker ever arise, a
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DISCLAIMER: This guide is for general purposes only. It is not a substitute for review of applicable standards.

© 2008 Graphic Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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6. Addendum (Evaluation Checklist)

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7. PIPE MARKING GUIDE
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DEFINED BY USER White on Black

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DEFINED BY USER White on Gray

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8. AMMONIA REFRIGERATION SYSTEM PIPE MARKING GUIDE
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