P3

Measuring point for compressor acceptance test. Pressure before an orifice or nozzle, downstream of compressor discharge.

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P4

Measuring point for compressor acceptance test. Distribution pressure (headers).

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P5

Measuring point for compressor acceptance test. Pressure at the point of use.

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PA

Port Aft

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Numbers of large pieces of floating ice that have come together and lie more or less in contact.

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The total power absorbed by a compressor, including the power absorbed by all pumps, fans, coolers and the like.

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The ratio of solar collector array area to actual land area.

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Itemized list of commodities with marks/numbers but no cost values indicated.

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A loop shaped fitting attached to the deck, spar, boom, etc., used to secure a line or block to some part of the vessel.

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A metal eye permanently secured to a deck or bulkhead (for mooring any blocks and tackle).

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Abbreviation for "Please Authorize Delivery Against Guarantee." A request from the consignee to the shipper to allow the carrier or agent to release cargo against a guarantee, either bank or personal. Made when the consignee is unable to produce original ...

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A stick with a blade in the end of it used to propel a small boat through the water; The act of using a paddle to propel a boat.

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Seaman's scornful name for any lead of a rope by which effort is lost or wasted.

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A short piece of rope secured in the bow of a small boat used for making her fast.

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A U.S. Customs program wherein at least two designated Customs ports will enter cargo that arrives at either port without the necessity of an in-bound document.

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PAJ

Petroleum Association of Japan

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PAK

Pakistan (Flag)

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PAK

Pakistan (flag).

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A platform with or without sides, on which a number of packages or pieces may be loaded to facilitate handling by a lift truck.

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A flat tray, generally made of wood but occasionally of steel, on which goods particularly those in boxes, cartons or bags, can be stacked. Its purpose is to facilitate the movement of such goods, mainly by the use of forklift trucks.

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