Traditional Plumbing Systems

Historically traditional plumbing systems were designed on what is typically known as the ‘Trunk & Branch’ system. This system was based on the type of pipe materials that were commonly available at the time (i.e. initially iron, steel, copper, and later plastic PVC, CPVC and PPR), which were essentially various types of rigid pipes sold in straight lengths and connected together with a combination of straight, elbow, tee and other junction fittings.