PERLINFO.gif (31823 bytes) Sponsored by INCON CORPORATION

SEARCH

Search explanation

See Also:

What is Perlite?

Home > Main Index > Markets > Construction Applications > Insulating Concrete > Photos of Typical Underground Pipe Installation


Insulating Underground Pipe and Ducting with Perlite Insulating Concrete

0033001p1.jpg (23933 bytes)

Left: Perlite concrete base pad used when earth has been disturbed.
Right: Base pad eliminated when earth is undisturbed or when it has been compacted.
When below grade water is present,the installation should be completely encased with

a PVC membrane and vent drains installed.

Information given herein is from sources considered reliable, but no guarantee of accuracy can be made or liability assumed.  Your supplier may be able to provide you with more precise data.  Certain compositions or processes involving perlite may be the subject of patents.
Copyright © Incon Corporation 1996-2011.  All rights reserved.