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Arma metal pipe boxing – a tough solution from Encasement
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or social landlords, and their contractors, concealing exposed pipework presents a range of challenges as part of the ongoing
property management and refurbishment procedures. T e chosen boxing solutions not only need to be durable, easy to install and unobtrusive, but they must also be cost eff ective. While most interior pipe casing and boxing
projects can be resolved by using boxing manufactured from pre-formed plywood, with a pre-fi nished, wipe clean surface, where external pipework and services need to be concealed, standard plywood boxing is unsuitable and is not recommended for exterior applications, due to its lack of weather resistance. In situations where pipework needs to be
concealed from the elements, protected from damage, or both, Encasement’s Arma metal pipe boxing provides a tough and versatile solution that also improves aesthetics and adds a uniform fi nish to the project.
PROTECTING PIPEWORK With de-carbonisation and the move toward net zero goals prompting the growing use of low carbon district heating schemes, as well as air-source heat pump installations, and ground source loop arrays, the need for versatile and durable pipe protection is essential.
Arma concealing distributed heating pipework – Clapham Clearly, the location and routing of the pipework
is dependent on the specifi cs of each project, so the pipe boxing also needs to be adaptable to meet these diff erent project layouts. Other aspects, such as ease of installation and the choice of fi nish are also considerations when specifying metal pipe boxing.
BESPOKE MANUFACTURE As Arma metal boxing is bespoke manufactured from strong, lightweight and corrosion resistant aluminium, to the dimensions and requirement of individual projects, this not only helps simplify the installation, but helps provide an integrated fi nish while also protecting the pipework from damage or tampering. Access for routine inspection and maintenance
Air source heat pump boxing – Wales Retrofi t heat networks typically require large
quantities of lagged pipework to be secured to the exterior walls of properties, oſt en rising several storeys on a residential block before the distribution pipework branches off to serve each fl at. For air source or ground source heat pump
installations, the length of pipework required is usually considerably less than a large district heat network, but metal pipe boxing is used for precisely the same reasons - to conceal and protect pipework, which in most cases are located close to the ground and in easy reach.
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can also be incorporated into the pipe boxing with the use of hinged metal doors or removable panels. In most cases the doors are specifi ed with key locks for authorised access only, particularly where they are within easy reach, while removable access panels are usually secured with tamper proof security fi xings. Two fi xing options are available for the ‘U’
shaped channel profi les with either an external fl ange or concealed angle bracket, both of which can be readily secured to external walls with suitable fi xings.
PERFECT FINISH PPC fi nishes in any BS or RAL paint colour can be specifi ed to contrast or blend in with wall colours and surroundings, while a range of dedicated accessories is also available, which include internal
and external corners, as well as joint covers and end caps. Arma is also used on a growing range of social
housing projects where fi re sprinklers are installed in high rise residential blocks, to conceal interior runs of pipework where there are no sprinkler heads, such as in communal areas. As Arma is non-combustible, its use aids compliance with fi re safety requirements. Encasement also off ers a supply and install
service on the Arma product range to provide specifi ers and main contractors with a professional, expert solution that helps simplify the installation process.
01733 266 889
www.encasement.co.uk
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