Piping Related Abbreviations (B)

BB is an abbreviation of Bolted Bonnet
it refers to a valve construction where the bonnet (cover) is secured to the valve body using bolts or stud bolts.

BBE is an abbreviation of Beveled Both Ends
Beveled Both Ends means that both ends of e.g. a pipe nipple are beveled.

Bdr is an abbreviation of Bleedring

BE is an abbreviation of Beveled Ends
Beveled Ends are applied to all diameters of buttweld pipes, flanges, fittings, valves etc.

Bfy / BFV is an abbreviation of Butterfly valve
or
ButterFly Valve

BOM is an abbreviation of Bill Of Materials

BoP is an abbreviation of Blowout Preventer
A BoP is a critical safety valve device used in high-pressure drilling operations, particularly in the oil and gas industry.

BW is an abbreviation of Butt Weld(ing)