Pipe Markers Hit the Mark - Literally

You see them throughout buildings and facilities.your facility has in it any combination of pipes for hot
Some sprout from the ground like great iron trees.& cold water, steam, gases, refrigerants, heating
Others jut through walls or hang from ceilings infuels, sewage waste, returns and many more.
confusing tangles, like poorly placed playgroundMaintenance: Periodically replacing certain plumbing
equipment. Long and short, narrow and wide, straightlines can help to prevent leakage and ruptures due to
or curved these systems of transport are vital tocorrosive chemicals or residue buildup. Identifying and
the successful functioning of places as large astracking the dates of maintenance is much easier
football stadiums and as small as a single-familywhen your pipes are clearly labeled with pipe markers.
bathroom. Of course, we are talking about plumbing.Emergencies: Bad things can happen. Pipes can leak,
But, which pipe carries what and where does itfreeze, break or rupture at any time. Harmful
originate or end? Is that fat pipe in the cornerchemicals and gases run through pipes, and in the
carrying water or sewage? Where is the natural gasevent of a leak of rupture, need to be identified and
pipe and how do I locate the shutoff valve duringdealt with immediately. The use of pipe markers and
routine maintenance or in an emergency? With thevalve tags allows maintenance workers or
application of a few well-placed pipe markers,emergency personnel a quick way to identify the
identifying the many components of your plumbingcompromised pipe and take the appropriate actions.
system is a breeze.Pipe markers and valve tags are made from various
A pipe marker is a pretty simple, but extremelymaterials, including plastic, brass, stainless steel and
important item. Basically, it is a label, decal or tag thatothers. It is important to choose the material that
is affixed to a pipe or pipe valve. There are severalbest withstands the particular environment in which it
reasons for visually marking the pipes that runwill be applied. Custom decals and wrap-around
throughout your facility...plastics are also available and it is simple to add your
Simple Identification: The application of pipe markersown numbers, letters and messaging. Choose the
allows your workers to quickly and easily identify thepipe marking solution that best meets the
plethora of pipes in your facility. Chances are thatrequirements of your business, warehouse or facility.