Double block and bleed (DBB) is the practice of shutting in a section of pipe on both sides of the valve rather than just one. It means you close the ball valves to block both the upstream and downstream sides of your working area, and then bleed any pressure that remains in the piping and valve.

How does it work double block and bleed & double isolation and bleed?

The difference between API’s DBB and DIB definitions is that a double block and bleed valve seals against pressures from both sides of the valve while a double isolation-and-bleed valve provides an additional seal against pressure from only one side.

What is block and bleed arrangement?

A Block and bleed manifold is a hydraulic manifold that combines one or more block/isolate valves, usually ball valves, and one or more bleed/vent valves, usually ball or needle valves, into one component for interface with other components (pressure measurement transmitters, gauges, switches, etc.)