The book provides much-needed information about plumbing systems to enable effective coordination and execution of modern building projects. Written by a leading consulting engineer, it takes into account the typical complexities arising out of inadequate infrastructure of drainage and water supply systems. It provides a detailed coverage of fixtures, pumping systems, hot water engineering, rain water pipes, fire suppression and corrosion. In addition, it covers various laws and regulations encountered while executing plumbing works. The book will be useful to all sanitary and plumbing engineers and students of civil engineering and architecture. About The Author: S G Deolalikar is an expert in the field of public health, sanitary engineering and fire protection systems and heads his own consultancy firm in New Delhi. He has more than three decades of experience in designing and executing projects related to residential complexes, hotels, hospitals, business centres and institutional complexes. Table of Contents 1. Aims and Objectives of Design 2. Plumbing Hydraulics 3. Plumbing Fixtures 4. Drainage and Waste Water Disposal 5. Rain Water Disposal 6. Water Supply 7. Hot Water System 8. Corrosion 9. Water Treatment 10. Pumping Systems 11. Specialised Services 12. Fire Suppression Systems 13. Planning and Coordination