INFORMATION

SPACESAVER LOW PROFILE DUCTING

INTRODUCTION

Spacesaver low profile ducting has been designed to provide quiet and efficient air extraction from bathrooms, kitchens, dryers and area’s or appliances that need air extracted.

Spacesaver low profile ducting has been designed to be installed in confined ceiling and wall spaces, allowing for a more flexible design and providing architects with more freedom and scope. Available in three sizes to suit a large range of air quantities with low resistance at a low noise level to maximize fan performance. Made from polyvinyl chloride and engineered to be assembled quickly and easily saving time and money.

Spacesaver low profile ducting has been independently tested and comes with a fire rated certificate to suit as/nzs 1530.3 to comply with building standards and has been installed in many high-rise and small apartment developments plus domestic and commercial applications giving our clients great service, satisfaction and peace of mind.

 

ADVANTAGES OF SPACESAVER LOW PROFILE DUCT

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  • Save on joiners / cost saving
  • Allows higher ceilings in apartments
  • Channel duct comes in 2m length
  • Used in limited ceiling space
  • Brackets can be fixed using ramset charges thus reducing installation time
  • Save on installation costs
  • Maximises fan performance due to less resistance
  • Can be easily altered on site to suit
  • Smooth surface reduces dirt built up
  • Fire resistant
 

PLASTIC LOW PROFILE DUCT

MEETING THE GREEN BUILDING CHALLENGE

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Plastic meets the challenges of today’s green building specifications. Green building refers to the growing importance of meeting sustainability requirements in construction materials and practices while at the same time limiting the impact on natural resources in both the construction and long-term maintenance and life cycle of a commercial or residential building.

Plastic pipe and fittings offer a number of green building advantages:

  • Properly installed plastic ducts and fittings offer an especially long service life and offer dependable, maintenance fire service free from rust and corrosion.
  • Plastic is an inert substance, it does not react with chemicals around it. In fact, it’s often the material of choice for chemical processing. Since plastic is so dependable, it protects the surrounding environment from contamination.
  • Solvent cements and their use have been carefully studied. As a result guidance for their use is documented in ASTM D 2564 and ASTM 656. Concerns regarding the use of solvent cements are easily addressed by using appropriate ventilation and protection from skin contact.
  • Plastics long life cycle means that the issue of handling discarded plastic materials is somewhat minimised. However, even discarded plastic is recycled. According to the Vinyl Institute, vinyl may be automatically sorted from other recyclables. And the demand for recycled vinyl exceeds the supply.
  • No waste in the manufacturing process. Left over materials are simply reground for more products. Plastic pipe has been successfully tested against the ANSI/NSF 61 standard and other health effect standards for more than 35 years. Plastic is a thermoplastic material made from compounds that commonly meet Class 12434 per ASTM D.
 

GENERAL

Plastic piping systems are:

  • Environmentally friendly.
  • Provide long service life.
  • Easy to install and handle.
  • Corrosion resistant.
  • Cost effective.
  • Widely accepted by codes.

Plastic ducts are manufactured by extrusion in a variety of sizes and dimensions. Plastic ducts are made to conform to various ATSM standards for both pressure and non-pressure applications.

 

USES/APPLICATIONS

Plastic piping and ducts are used for:

  • Drain-waste-vent (DWV)
  • Ventilation ducting
  • Sewers
  • Water mains
  • Water service lines
  • Irrigation
  • Conduit
  • Various industrial installations

Plastic materials are resistant to many ordinary chemicals such as acids, bases, salts and oxidants.

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CODE STATUS

Plastic ducting is a widely used and accepted material for ventilation, DWV, sewers in all model plumbing codes. These Codes normally identify acceptable products for specific uses based on the ATSM standard designation.

Installing plastic duct systems is easy. Contractors prefer this light weight piping material. Just follow some of these simple steps:

  • Follow local code requirements.
  • Follow recommended safe work practices.
  • Follow proper handling procedures.
  • Read the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
  • Keep pipe and fittings in original packaging until needed.
  • Cover pipe and fittings with an opaque tarp if stored outdoors.
  • Inspect pipe for damage prior to use.
  • Use tools specifically designed for use with plastic pipes.
  • Use a drop cloth to protect finishes in the work area.

When joining the plastic pipe and fitting with solvent cement, always:

  • Cut the pipe ends square.
  • Bevel and deburr the pipe ends with a chamfering tool.
  • Use the proper primer and solvent cement and follow manufacturer’s application instructions.
  • Use the proper size applicator for the pipe being joined.
  • Rotate the pipe at a ¼ turn when bottoming pipe in fitting socket.
  • Avoid puddling of primer or cement in fitting pipe.

To properly support plastic piping systems:

  • Allow for movement due to expansion and contraction.
  • Use hangers designed for use with plastic.
  • Follow proper hanger support spacing requirements.
  • Protect from nails, screws, and abrasive surfaces.

When testing an installed plastic piping system:

  • Follow the manufacturer’s recommended cure times prior to pressure testing.
  • Test in accordance with local codes.
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