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Insulation, Underground
H. W. Porter & Co.
INCORPORATED
Newark, New Jersey
Permanent Protection and Insulation for Underground Pipe Lines
BALTIMORE, MD.
CHARLOTTE. N. C.
RICHMOND. VA.
WASHINGTON, D. C.
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STEAM CONDUIT SYSTEMS For Central Heating--Therm-O-Tile is a complete conduit system for the per manent support, protection, and insulation of underground mains of a central heating
ter, and with 5 different size base tiles they produce 27 different conduit cross sections.
Foundation--The base of the system is a thick concrete slab poured directly in the trench bottom, reinforced with steel when installed over a filled or boggy ground.
Drainage--The drainage system of the conduit is entirely internal, open to in spection at manholes, and of ample ca pacity to keep the pipe space dry at all times without any possibility of becoming clogged with silt or vegetation.
Insulation--Either sectional pipe cov
ering or Thermobestos waterproof fibre
filling may be used for insulation, as the
insulation space is kept dry at all times
by the internal drain.
For single or double
pipe lines, sectional
insulation of econom-
ical thickness is
recommended;
for multiple
pipe lines, a
filler type of
insulation is
usually more economical in
first cost.
Pipe Saddle. Permits full thickness of insulation between
pipe and roller.
Waterproofing-- Under normal soil
conditions, this conduit is waterproof. If.
marshy ground or partially submerged
conditions are encountered, the ponmiit
may be made completely waterproof by
the use of membrane waterproofing applied
under the slab on a sub-base and carried
completely over the tile envelope.
Anchor Block. Fits directly in line with Base Tiles.
Pipe Support for Single Pipe.
Pipe Support for Three Pipes.
Pipe Support--All pipes are supported on cast-iron adjustable supports resting directly on the concrete base independent
of the tile envelope. Accessibility--All piping is installed
before tile is placed, giving complete ac cessibility for welding, testing and insu lation. Pipe fitters work on concrete slab "walkway."
Strength--Due to immovable concrete base and arch construction of extra heavy tile members, conduit will sustain any roadway traffic load usually encountered without extra reinforcement.
Efficiency--The degree of thermal efficiency secured depends upon the type and thickness of insulation used. This conduit, due to its sealed air chambers in
the tile and dry insulation space, adds to the normal efficiency of the* insulating
material on the pipe lines. Representatives--Therm-O-Tile is also
sold and installed locally by Johns-Man*
ville Construction Units.
Single or Double Pipe Lines Using Sectional
Pipe Insulation.
Multiple Pipe Lines
Using Filler Type Insulation.
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Insulation, Underground
The Ric-wiL Company
Agents in Principal Cities
Established in 1910
CONDUIT SYSTEMS FOR UNDERGROUND STEAM PIPES
Union Trust Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio
New York, Chicago
Conduit--Standard conduit is vitrified
salt glazed tile or cast-iron with Loc-liP Side Joints, bell and spigot type, lined or unlined. Tile in 24 in. sections, sizes 4 to 27 in. inside diameter. A Super-Tile con
duit to support any average traffic load is also available. For extra heavy duty under railroads or where conduit is subject to extreme loads, Ric-wiL is made of castiron in 2 or 4 ft sections. Where reduced labor cost is not essential, Ric-wiL Uni
versal Type System is recommended (details on request).
Base Drain--Standard Base Drain is vitrified salt glazed tile for tile conduit and
extra heavy tile or cast-iron for the castiron conduit, in 24 in. lengths. Made in three sizes to support and drain properly all conduit sizes.
Pipe Supports--Standard pipe sup
ports will carry from one to five or more pipes and are ordinarily spaced 12 ft apart. They are strong, made of cast-iron, rustproofed, and interlock with the base drain foundation, imposing no load on the con
duit itself. No movement of pipes can disturb them. Special pipe supports avail able for different conditions. Information on request.
Insulation--Ric-wiL Dry-paC Water proof Insulation is high-grade long fibre asbestos processed so that it is permanently
water repellant. Of unusually high efficiency and great natural strength, it will not slump away from pipes and is non-
corrosive. Sample will be sent gladly for testing. Ric-wiL No. 11 Insulation (same
as Dry-paC except non-waterproof) or sectional pipe covering can also be fur nished. For lined conduit, diateomaceous earth mixture is molded and keyed inside the tile.
Accessories--Shutter sleeves, alignment guides, filter cloth, manhole covers, and other accessories will be furnished as desired.
Engineering Service--Full coopera tion with architects and engineers. In stallation supervision if desired.
Technical Data--Tabulated Steam Heating Rates, Test Reports, Service Detail Bulletins, Catalog Bulletins, Central and District Heating Bulletins and Archi tects and Engineers Detail Sheets available upon request.
' Ric-wiL Unit Steam Main, a prefabricated, ready-to-inelaU . uni/, 13)4 ft long, including conduit (Armco Iron), pipe, . insulation, and accessories. Ideal for speed and economy on
district heating projects.
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