GeoDuct HDPE Cable Ducting 50-315 mm

Set trench depth, width and cover from the approved design, allowing for cable thermal requirements and imposed loads. Prepare level, stone-free bedding with adequate support; do not infer permitted traffic load from the compression test value.

Uncoil progressively without twisting or kinking. Maintain at least 15 × OD bending radius for coils. Use diameter-matched spacers for duct banks and suitable bends where a tighter change of direction is required.

Clean ends and inspect couplings, sockets and seals. Fully engage each joint; fit the specified sealing ring where water or silt exclusion is required. Confirm joint suitability for the project rather than assuming every push-fit joint is watertight.

Keep open ends plugged during construction and provide a draw rope with adequate tails. Clear the bore before cable installation and record route and chamber locations.

Place suitable backfill evenly around ducts and compact in controlled layers. Cover before compaction equipment or construction traffic is permitted must be approved for the installation. Do not use nominally higher pipe stiffness to compensate for inadequate cover without design approval.

Use pulling equipment and lubricant compatible with the cable and duct. Respect the cable supplier’s bend and pulling-tension limits. Inspect bore continuity and retain a draw rope where specified.

Store coils flat and lengths on level supports away from sharp objects and unstable trench edges. UV stabilisation supports handling and storage; avoid prolonged sunlight exposure. Record delivery condition, product identification, bedding, jointing, cover and as-built route for QA/QC.