Piping and Pipeline Calculations Manual‎,‎ Second Edition provides engineers and designers with a quick reference guide to calculations‎,‎ codes‎,‎ and standards applicable to piping systems‎.‎ The book considers in one handy reference the multitude of pipes‎,‎ flanges‎,‎ supports‎,‎ gaskets‎,‎ bolts‎,‎ valves‎,‎ strainers‎,‎ flexibles‎,‎ and expansion joints that make up these often complex systems‎.‎ It uses hundreds of calculations and examples based on the author‎'‎s 40 years of experiences as both an engineer and instructor‎.‎ Each example demonstrates how the code and standard has been correctly and incorrectly applied‎.‎ Aside from advising on the intent of codes and standards‎,‎ the book provides advice on compliance‎.‎ Readers will come away with a clear understanding of how piping systems fail and what the code requires the designer‎,‎ manufacturer‎,‎ fabricator‎,‎ supplier‎,‎ erector‎,‎ examiner‎,‎ inspector‎,‎ and owner to do to prevent such failures‎.‎ The book enhances participants‎'‎ understanding and application of the spirit of the code or standard and form a plan for compliance‎.‎ The book covers American Water Works Association standards where they are applicable‎.‎