Glossary

dry return

In a steam heating system, a return pipe which carries both water of condensation and air.

Glossary

dry-process enameling

A porcelain enameling process in which the metal article is heated to a temperature above the maturing temperature of the

Glossary

dry-press brick

Brick formed in molds under high pressures from relatively dry clay (5 to 7% moisture content).

Glossary

dry press

A mechanical press for forming brick, cast stone, or other ceramic articles from slightly moistened granular mixtures; pressure is applied

Glossary

dry-powder fire extinguisher

One that discharges a fine, dry powder (usually sodium bicarbonate, potassium bicarbonate, or ammonium phosphate) by the pressure of a

Glossary

dry-pipe valve

The control valve for a drypipe sprinkler system which activates the system; must be in a location where it is

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