Gas Pipes in The Colony
Natural gasoline for commercial kitchens flows through large gas pipes at pressures of 600 to 1000 pounds per square inch (psi). This higher pressure is reduced by a series of valves, to arrive at your gasoline meter at about 25 psi. Both the size and also the high quality of pipes used are critical in setting up a gasoline system for your business. By totaling the amount of Btus required when all gasoline equipment is on, you can estimate the total amount of gasoline needed and calculate the size of the pipes required.
Divide the total number of BTUs required per hour by 1000. This figure may be the total number of cubic feet of gas needed. Let’s say your place would use 400,000 Btus per hour. That’s 400 cubic feet per hour. You’ll notice that this depends, in part, on how far the gas has to travel from the meter to the kitchen. For our example, let’s estimate that the distance from meter to kitchen area is about 40 feet.
Most gas utility companies have commercial representatives who will assist determine correct pipe sizing, and their consulting service is usually free. Because the gas pipes in The Colony will be a permanent part of the building, they should be durably constructed of wrought iron. It is always preferable to install gas pipes in hollow partitions rather than solid walls, to minimize their potential contact with corrosive materials. Gas pipes ought to never be installed in chimneys or flues, elevator shafts, or ventilation ducts.
Gas appliances are attached to their gas source with a gasoline connector, which is a flexible, heavy-duty brass or stainless steel tube, usually coated with thick plastic. One end is fastened permanently towards the building’s gasoline supply, the other towards the back of the appliance. The appliance end ought to be a quick-disconnect coupling, an simple shutoff device that instantly stops the flow of gas with an internal assembly of ball bearings and a spring-loaded plug.
Most quick-disconnects have built-in polymers or wax seals that melt at temperatures above 350 degrees Fahrenheit, instantly shutting off the gas supply even if the hose is still connected. An additional accessory well worth the price may be the restraining device, that is essentially a stiff steel cable attached to both the appliance and the wall. The cable ensures that the connector is not damaged if the hose is accidentally stretched too far.
In some municipalities, this is mandatory security equipment. Shutoff occurs automatically when kitchen area air reaches a certain high temperature (as in a fire) or when an employee disconnects the coupling to move or clean behind the appliance. Quick-disconnects are not only safety precautions; they are also really handy when rearranging and cleaning the kitchen or servicing the appliances. Like gas pipes in The Colony, quick-disconnects come in different lengths and diameters so call the professionals at Jar-Dab Plumbing, Inc. to assist you in your gas piping system.