ABSTRACT
The convenience of piped water systems is likely to be taken for granted by those who have not been camping or caravanning. The provision of safe and hygienic water supplies is of paramount importance, and a considerable amount of engineering is involved in such provision. The basics of water treatment are outlined, and then the ways in which water
is distributed throughout buildings are discussed. The flows of water to sanitary appliances depend upon their frequency of use, which is not accurately predictable. The concept of pipe sizing with demand units leads to design calculations of water networks. Calculation of the likely number of sanitary fittings to be installed is demonstrated.
Water system materials and the application of solar heating are explained.
