No, FloPlast Air Admittance Valves are designed to operate in temperatures from -20°C to 60°C, so insulation is not necessary.
How do I stop the ‘gurgling’ effect when emptying my bath?
FloPlast manufactures specific Air Admittance Valves designed to prevent the gurgling effect caused by siphoning. Refer to the Air Admittance Valve section for more details.
How far will a 110mm soil pipe push into fittings?
If the pipe is chamfered, it will push 65mm into the fitting. If not chamfered, it will push 60mm.
How long should you leave solvent cement to dry?
After applying solvent cement, the joint will set within 1-2 minutes. It should be left to dry for:
What to do if connecting pipes at a non-standard angle?
FloPlast offers 0-90º adjustable bends in various sizes (32mm, 40mm, and 110mm) for both above-ground soil and underground drainage.
When should I use a 32mm, 40mm, or 50mm AAV?
32mm pipes: Use an AAV if the pipe is longer than 1.5 meters.
40mm pipes: Use an AAV if the pipe is longer than 3 meters.
50mm pipes: Use an AAV if the pipe is longer than 4 meters. In shorter systems, you may increase the pipe size or add a mini air valve to prevent siphoning.
What ancillaries can be used with drinking water?
FloPlast offers the following ancillaries for potable water:
What are the operating parameters of FloPlast Air Admittance Valves?
FloPlast AAVs are tested in accordance with BS EN 12380 and have an operating range of -20°C to 60°C.
What bend should be used at the base of a 110mm soil pipe?
A long radius 87.5º rest bend or two 45º bends (with a minimum radius of 200mm) should be used at the base of a 110mm soil pipe.
What clipping distances should be used for 110mm soil pipes?
What fire ratings do fire collars have?
FloPlast fire collars are rated for 4 hours, which ensures they prevent the spread of fire through walls or floors.
What fittings do I need to connect a waste pipe to a soil pipe?
FloPlast offers a range of boss pipes and adaptors. For more details, check the section on bosses and adaptors.
Are FloPlast soil and waste pipes compatible with other manufacturers?
FloPlast pipes in sizes 32mm, 40mm, and 110mm are compatible with most other manufacturers. 50mm pipes are compatible with most brands as well.
What size hole needs to be cut out for the boss adaptors?
For boss adaptors, the hole size to be cut is 54mm.
What size weather slate (SP320) fits onto?
The SP320 weather slate comes with a rubber cone that fits pipe sizes between 55mm and 170mm.
What size waste pipe is needed for appliances?
What temperature can water discharged through soil and waste pipes be?
FloPlast products are tested for water temperatures up to 93°C – 95°C (intermittent). For continuous discharge, water should not exceed 70°C – 75°C, and higher temperatures should be restricted to 2 minutes.
