What is the term used for laying pipe in water distribution systems?

The term “stringing” specifically refers to the process of laying out and preparing pipes for installation in water distribution systems. It involves placing the pipes in their designated locations prior to the actual installation, which can include aligning them and securing them to prevent damage. This term is commonly used in the industry to describe the initial handling and arrangement of pipes before they are fitted together or buried.

The other terms, while relevant to different aspects of pipe installation, do not accurately capture the specific action of laying the pipes. For instance, “installing” generally refers to the comprehensive process of putting pipes into operation, “positioning” may imply adjusting them to a desired location but does not specifically denote the initial laying phase, and “connecting” refers to the action of joining pipes together after they have been laid. Each of these terms describes parts of the installation process, but "stringing" is the most precise term for the initial placement of pipes in preparation for the water distribution system.