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1. Design and Planning

• Pipeline Sizing: Designed to meet the specific gas flow requirements of the facility.
• Material: Typically, copper pipes (Type L or K) are used for medical gas pipelines.
• Compliance: Adheres to international standards like NFPA 99 (National Fire Protection Association), HTM 02-01, and other relevant ISO standards.
• Layouts and Blueprints: Detailed design drawings for medical gas pipelines are prepared in advance, showing location, dimensions, and sizing.

2. Components for Installation

• Medical Gas Outlets: Specific outlets per gas type (Oxygen, Nitrous Oxide, Medical Air, Vacuum, etc.).
• MAP Company outlets typically feature color-coded and key-coded designs for safety and easy identification.
• Zonel Valves: Enables isolation of specific zones or sections in emergencies.
• Designed for easy access, usually installed at prominent, accessible points.
• Alarm Systems: Monitors pipeline pressure and alerts for any irregularities.
• Manifold Systems: Controls gas supply and ensures uninterrupted delivery.
• Control Panels: Centralized control over multiple gases for ease of operation.
• Pressure Regulators and Gauges: Ensures the gas is supplied at consistent, regulated pressure.

3. Installation Process

• Piping: Pipes are brazed using high-quality filler metals to prevent leaks and corrosion.
• Purging: The system is purged using Nitrogen to prevent contamination and oxidation during brazing.
• Labeling: Gas lines are color-coded and labeled per gas type along their length.
• Connections: Flanged, quick-connect, or threaded connections as per design.

4. Testing Procedures

• Pressure Testing: Tests for leakages by pressurizing the system with an inert gas (often Nitrogen).
• Pressure Levels: Typically 1.5 times the working pressure.
• Leak Testing: Vacuum is applied to the system and checked for any pressure drop over a set period.
• Purity Testing: Ensures that the pipeline is free from contaminants before first use.

5. Commissioning and Documentation

• Flow and Pressure Verification: Confirm that gases flow at the required pressure and volume to all outlets.
• System Documentation: Includes blueprints, certificates of compliance, inspection reports, and test results.
• Staff Training: Instruct medical staff on the usage and emergency protocols associated with the gas pipeline system.