Scope
This part of BS 1553 specifies graphical symbols for use in flow and piping diagrams
for process plant.
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A-2 APPENDIX A GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS FOR PIPING SYSTEMS AND PLANT
Equipment branch:
Weight device general symbol
Note. The upper repre-
sentation does not
necessarily imply a
flange, merely the ter-
mination point. Where a
Electrical device breakable connection is
required the branch/pipe
would be as shown in the
lower symbol
Equipment penetration
Spray device
(removable)
Alternative:
Air-blown cooler
Plate type
Upshot heater
Detail A
Tray column
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Trays should be numbered from the
bottom; at least the first and the last
should be shown. Intermediate trays
should be included and numbered where 14
they are significant.
APPENDIX A GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS FOR PIPING SYSTEMS AND PLANT A- 5
Autoclave
A- 6 APPENDIX A GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS FOR PIPING SYSTEMS AND PLANT
Open tank
Sealed tank
Covered tank
Storage sphere
Solids Handling
Size reduction
Breaker gyratory
Roll crusher
Kneader
Ribbon blender
Drying
Drying oven
Rotary kiln
A- 10 APPENDIX A GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS FOR PIPING SYSTEMS AND PLANT
Spray drier
Belt conveyor
Screw conveyor