When installing piping around horizontal obstacles, what can be added to the piping arrangement?

When installing piping around horizontal obstacles, incorporating drains and vents is a practical approach. Drains facilitate the removal of fluids that might accumulate in low points of the piping system, ensuring proper flow and preventing blockages. They are especially important in situations where gravity plays a role in the movement of liquids. Vents allow air to enter the system, preventing the creation of vacuum conditions that can disrupt the flow of liquids, especially in drainage systems. By strategically placing drains and vents, you can enhance the efficiency and reliability of the piping arrangement around obstacles.

Other options may enhance specific functionalities or accommodate design features, but they do not address the immediate requirement of managing fluid flow effectively around horizontal challenges. Additional bends can change the direction, but they can also add pressure loss. Expansion joints accommodate thermal movement but do not directly assist with flow management. Gravity feed pipes can be useful in specific scenarios, but they do not necessarily resolve the challenges posed by horizontal obstacles in general piping installation.