Chapter 11. Mechanical Piping

Mechanical piping is the lifeblood of a heating/cooling system. If not piped correctly, it can lead to problems in the field, and locating them may take months. There are simple two pipe systems and more complex multipipe systems. When using Revit MEP 2011 to lay out your systems, you will be able to very easily see your routing options and even calculate the total volume of fluid in your system.

In this chapter, you will learn how to

  • Adjust and use the mechanical pipe settings

  • Select and use the best pipe routing options for your project

  • Adjust pipe fittings

  • Adjust the visibility of pipes

Mechanical Pipe Settings

When setting up the mechanical piping to route, you will want to apply the proper pipe material. The purpose ...

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