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This publication provides guidance for designing low pressure compressed air systems with a maximum design operating pressure of 125 psig, including piping, compressors, aftercoolers and separators, air receivers, and air dryers. Methods for sizing piping are included. The intention of this publication is to provide criteria to achieve economical, durable, efficient, and dependable compressed air systems to support owner's facilities. Where special conditions and problems are not covered in this publication, industry standards will be followed. Figure 1-1 shows the arrangement of a typical compressed air system.

• INTRODUCTION
• AIR INTAKE
• AIR COMPRESSORS
• AIR DISCHARGE PIPE
• AFTERCOOLERS AND SEPARATORS
• AIR DRYER
• AIR RECEIVER
• PIPING
• GENERAL DESIGN AND EQUIPMENT SCHEDULES
• REFERENCES