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ARC 202 | ABTECN3S

Ar. Anthony M. Pla
Research No. 2

 What is Plumbing Fixtures?

A plumbing fixture is any device in a building that is used for the distribution
or disposal of water or gas. Generally speaking, fixtures are connected to the main
water supply line or the main drain line in order to run water or remove wastewater.
Plumbing fixtures play a role in ensuring that buildings remain hygienic and safe.

 Plumbing Fixtures
1. Bathing
Showe The shower tray is an integral part of keeping
r Trays water in check in your bathroom and ensuring
that water doesn?t flow into unintended areas
and cause damage. Trays come in different
shapes and sizes; however, most of them will
have a lip that prevents the water from
overflowing. They are also tapered in a
specific way to ensure that the water
Goose A gooseneck is a semi-rigid, flexible joining
neck element made from a coiled metal
hose. Similar to its natural counterpart, it can
be bent in almost any direction and remain in
that position. Areas of application for
goosenecks are movable brackets for lights,
magnifying glasses, microphones and other
devices.

Bath The faucet is not just the metal part that the
Faucet water comes through, it is the whole
mechanism for controlling the flow of water. If
you cry easily, someone might say you are a
regular faucet. This is because water comes
out of your eyes more often than it does for
most people. If you ask your parents a little too
often for cash, they might joke that they're
going to turn off the money faucet.
Wash : a large circular washbowl set in the floor and
Founta supplied with running water from a central
ins spray to permit simultaneous use by a number
of people

Bidet used for cleaning private parts mostly after

toilet use. The bidet has hot and cold water
faucets that control a stream of fresh water that
flows from below. Some bidets clean only
with the stream of water, while other bidets'
basins are meant to be filled up and used by
 hand.
Nozzle A bidet sprayer is simply a nozzle which is
attached to the toilet. You need to place a
handheld bidet manually near your nether
regions — hence the name. It is most
commonly used for cleaning the bum and the
front after using the toilet
Foot/Si Using a sitz tub can also help reduce pain and
tz Tub promote healing. Sitz baths are easy to use and
benefit those with sensitive skin. A sitz bath is
a type of bath that some people use to relieve
pain from hemorrhoids.
Showe an individual compartment or self-contained
r unit, having a single shower and
Compa accommodating one person. Words nearby
rtment shower stall show day, showdown, shower,
s/Stalls showerhead, showerproof, shower stall,
shower tea, showery, showfolk, show
geranium, show girl
Showe booth for washing yourself, usually in a
r Baths bathroom shower stall bathroom, bath. A room
(as in a residence) containing a bathtub or
shower and usually a washbasin and toilet
kiosk, stall, booth, cubicle- small area set off
by walls for special use
Hose A hose bibb is a valve that is installed outside
Bibs of a home or building that allows a user to
connect a hose to the building’s water supply.
This connection point is usually located near
an exterior faucet or spigot.

2. Medical Use
Slop Hopper/Sluice Sink are designed for use in
hospitals, nursing homes
and GP surgeries to enable
the safe and hygienic
disposal of clinical waste,
such as the contents of
vomit bowls, drainage
bags, bedpans, and urine
bottles. They can also used
in a domestic setting for
individuals with chronic
health conditions.
Autopsy Table Autopsy table means
a fixtureor tableused for
post− mortem examination
Dental Units A mobile or fixed piece of
equipment, usually
complete with chair, light,
engine, and other
accessories or utilities
necessary for dental
examinations or
operations.

3. Clean Water Line

Eye Wash Stations Eyewash stations are
easily accessible and allow
workers to quickly flush
out any hazardous
substances with a fluid like
potable water or saline
solutions.
Drinking Fountain .
a device producing a small
jet of water for drinking.
.

4. Sinks
Kitchen Sink a sink in a kitchen, used
for washing dishes and
preparing food

Island Sink sink located (typically) in

a free-standing
countertop that does not
abut a building wall. That
open location can make
conventional plumbing
vent connections tricky.
Janitor Sink required in certain
markets, janitor sinks are
ideal both for kitchen staff
to wash their hands and for
filling and emptying the
buckets used to clean the
kitchen.
Utility Tub A utility sink or tub, often
also referred to as
 a laundry sink, is a fixture
usually found in garages
and laundry rooms.

5. Others
Soil a receptacle or device that
is connected to the water
supply system of the
premises; or discharges
wastewater, liquid-borne
waste materials

Flush The handle or button that

you push to make a toilet
empty and fill with water:
He pressed the flush with
his hand.

Cisterns a tank for storing water,

especially one supplying
taps or as part of a flushing
toilet.

Scullery .
a small kitchen or room at
the back of a house used
for washing dishes and
other dirty household
work.
.

Dishwasher a machine for washing

dishes automatically.

 References:
www.pvcworkshop.com/what-is-a-plumbing-fixture/
https://theplumbinginfo.com/shower-tray
www.thespruce.com/
bidetbutler.com/
www.tournus.com/en/our-products/janitor-sink/
medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/dental+unit