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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.
Insulation--Either sectional pipe cov
fffisrm-O-Ui/e,
ering or Thermobestos waterproof fibre filling may be used for insulation, as the
insulation space is kept dry at all times,
STEAM
CONDUIT SYSTEMS
For Central Heating--Therm-O-Tile
is a complete conduit system for the per
manent support, protection, and insulation
of the underground mains of a central heat
ing system.
"
by the internal drain. For single or double
pipe lines, sectional insulation of economical thickness recommended; for multiple
pipe lines, a
filler type of
' Pig. I
insulation is Fig. i^Pipe Saddle. Permits
usually more full thickness of insulation
economical in
between pipe and roller.
Tile Envelope--
Arch tiles are made 6 in. to 24 in. in diame
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
first cost. See Figs. 6 and 7. Waterproofing-- Under normal soil
conditions, this conduit is waterproof. If marshy ground or partially submerged conditions are encountered, the conduit 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.
when installed over a filled or boggy
ground. See Figs. 1, 4, 6 and 7. Drainage--T he drainage system of the
conduit is entirely internal, accurately and
permanently sloped, open to inspection at
manholes, and of ample capacity to keep
the pipe space dry at all times without any possibility of becoming clogged with silt or
vegetation. See Figs. 6 and 7.
Fig. 6--Anchor Block. Fits directly in line with Base Tiles,
Efficiency--The---degree of thermal
efficiency secured depends upon thp 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
Pig. &--Pipe Support Fig. S--Pipe Support
for Single Pipe.
for Three Pipes.
sold and installed by Johns-Manville Con struction Units located in all principal
Pipe Support--All pipes are supported cities.
on cast-iron adjustable supports resting
directly on the concrete base independent
of the tile envelope. Figs. 2, 3,4,6 and 7.
Accessibility--All piping is installed
before tile is placed, giving complete ac
cessibility for welding, testing and insu
lation. Pipe fitters work on convenient
concrete slab "walkway.*' Figs. 1 and 4.
Strength--Due to immovable concrete
base and arch construction of extra heavy
tile members, this conduit will sustain any roadway traffic load usually encountered
without extra reinforcement.
Fig. 6--Single or Double Pipe Lines Using Sec tional Pipe Insulation.
. 7--Multiple Pipe Lines Using Filler Type
Insulation.
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Insulation Underground
The Ric-wiL Company
Agents in Principal Cities
Ric-uhL
Established in 1910
CONDUIT SYSTEMS FOR UNDERGROUND STEAM PIPES
Union Commerce Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio
New York, Chicago, San Francisco
Ric-wiL Insulated Pipe Units--Pre
fabricated, pre-sealed, ready - to - install units, ideal for speed and economy. Armco Jron Conduit is the foundation supporting heavy asphalt shell of any
desired thickness--a permanent housing for the insulated pipe which is surrounded with a protective air-space. Ample struct ural strength, lightweight and watertight. Furnished in any lengths, for single or
multiple pipes, with any kind of steam pipe or insulation, for underground or
overhead steam lines. Welded couplings used if preferred. Write for latest Unit Bulletin.
Types of Sectional Conduit--Ric-wiL SuperTile Conduit, shown below, with Dry-
paC Insulation, is an extra weight, heavy duty system designed for use under high way traffic or in especially wide or deep trenches. Vitrified tile, split on the job, with Loc-liP Side Joints, interlocking con struction throughout. Same design also
furnished in standard weight tile (Type F). Tile is bell and spigot design, lined or un
lined, and comes in 24 in. sections, 4 in. to 27 in. inside diameter. For extra heavy duty under railways, Ric-wiL is made of cast iron in 2 or 4 foot sections. Where con tinuous concrete base, poured on job, is
desired, and reduced labor cost not essen tial, Ric-wiL Universal Type System is
recommended. Each system supplied
complete with proper pipe supports, acces sories, and insulation as specified. Separate bulletin on any one of these Ric-wiL types supplied on request.
Base Drain--Standard Base Drain is vitrified salt glazed tile fortile conduit and extra heavy tile or cast iron for the cast iron conduit, in 24 in. lengths. Made in three sizes to support and drain properly all conduit sizes.
Insulation--Ric-wiL Dry-paC Water proof Insulation is high-grade long fibre asbestos, specially processed. Any grade of commercial hand packed insulation can be furnished, also sectional pipe covering. For lined conduit, diateomaceous earth mixture is molded and keyed inside the tile.
Engineering Service--Full coopera-> tion with architects and engineers. In stallation supervision if desired. Write for Catalog Bulletin with valuable under ground data.
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