Pipe boxing. An information guide for specifiers. Includes download links to BIM objects, DWG files and project case studies

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1 Pipe boxing An information guide for specifiers Includes download links to BIM objects, DWG files and project case studies

2 Contents 1. Why specify Contour pipe boxing? 2. Pipe boxing material recommendations 3. Aluminium and mild steel pipe boxing 4. Preformed plywood pipe boxing 5. Pipe boxing standard profiles and shapes 6. Anti-ligature pipe boxing 7. BioCote anti-microbial protection 8. Case studies 2

3 Why specify Contour pipe boxing? Metal and wood solutions Contour can provide a range of aluminium, mild steel and preformed plywood pipe boxing solutions. High quality and flexible manufacture Robust and with a flawless finish, our pipe boxing excels in high-traffic areas and the smooth finish enables easy cleaning. Our pipe boxing is currently widely-specified across UK healthcare, education and local authority sectors. Access panels for internal services can be programmed into manufacture, delivering a fast, clean, low disturbance installation. Venting can also be programmed into fabrication in both materials without compromising the lead time. A complete design to installation service available We can provide a complete turnkey solution for our aluminium, mild steel and plywood pipe boxing, supplied by skilled designers, technicians and installers using advanced CAD/CAM facilities and installation methods. All our pipe box design and manufacture is undertaken inhouse* ensuring that speed of turnaround, quality assurance and cost control are all optimised. Contour has considerable experience in value engineering building schemes where budgets are constrained. Free of charge site surveys We undertake all site surveys free of charge as part of a comprehensive service. Our surveyors, all of whom have installation experience, will identify the correct size and quantities of products required, and will take note of any special requirements, such as cutouts. Contour s surveyors can work with you to suggest innovative and alternative design modifications on your original concepts, helping you reduce installation time and costs. 3

4 Why specify Contour pipe boxing? Access to BIM and DWG files Contour can provide its pipe boxing as BIM objects. These are available for fast and free of charge download from our website. DWG files are also available for downloaded. Links to all Contour s pipe boxing BIM and DWG files can be found in this document. BioCote anti-microbial protection for hygiene critical environments Contour has exclusive UK rights for the use of BioCote protection in the finish of its safe surface temperature and enclosure products including pipe boxing. BioCote is a patented world leading anti-microbial agent that is proven to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria including MRSA and E-Coli. This makes our pipe boxing ideal for specification and installation in hygiene critical environments such healthcare, food processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors. Product warranties and guarantees for peace of mind Contour provides a 2 year product warranty on preformed plywood casings. Our aluminium or mild steel pipe boxing is covered by a 25 year product warranty, A guarantee of up to 25 years Is available on the polyester powder coating finishes applied to our aluminium or mild steel pipe boxing. Terms and conditions apply to warranties and guarantees. 4

5 Pipe boxing material recommendations Environment Material Thickness Internal installation - dry low traffic Plywood 5mm Internal installation - dry high traffic Plywood 8mm Internal installation - damp or wet conditions Aluminium 2mm Internal installation - at high risk of physical damage Mild steel 2mm External installation Aluminium 3mm 5 5

6 Aluminium & mild steel pipe boxing Aluminium Contour aluminium pipe boxing is designed predominantly for exterior environments, where a robust, weatherproof solution is required. Manufactured from 2mm or 3mm aluminium, the pipe casings are lightweight, easy to install and supplied with a long lasting powder coated finish, in virtually any RAL or BS colour. Designed and fabricated using the latest technology, our aluminium pipe boxing excels in hostile environments and is impervious to insect / rat attacks. Typical applications include covering pipes in district heating schemes, protecting soil and waste pipes or boxing in gas pipes. Vented profiles are available for gas installation. Mild steel As an alternative to aluminium, mild steel pipe boxing is recommended for internal installation in environments likely to experience a higher incidence of physical damage, for example, mental health facilities, SEN schools, detention centres or secure custodial facilities. As with our aluminium offer, mild steel pipe boxing can be finished in virtually any RAL or BS colour. Our metal pipe boxing is covered by a 25 year product warranty. A guarantee of up to 25 years is available on the polyester powder coating finishes applied to our metal boxing. Terms and conditions apply. 6

7 Aluminium & mild steel pipe boxing Standard specifications Aluminium For interior applications pressed aluminium alloy sheet to BS EN 485/515/573, grade 1050A/H14/ Minimum thickness 2mm For exterior applications pressed aluminium alloy sheet to BS EN 485/515/573, grade 1050A/H14/ Minimum thickness 3mm Mild Steel For interior applications mild steel sheet to BS EN Minimum thickness 1.2mm Profile shapes: 90 L section & 90 U channel both available in standard lengths of 2.5m or 3m lengths. Bespoke lengths available. Finish: Polyester Powder Coated to all visible faces in any RAL or BS colour. Optional BioCote protective anti-microbial agent is available as a coating in a white PPC finish. This option may be available in other colours subject to minimum order quantity. Accessories: Stop-ends, welded internal and external corners, jointing straps and access panels. Internal or external jointing straps with mechanical fix. Security fixings available for use in secure environments. Installation: 90 angled fixing bracket. Sizes: bespoke sizes are available, please contact us for details. 7 7

8 Aluminium L section standard sizes and product order codes 2mm and 3mm L Section aluminium pipe boxing - standard sizes 2.5m 3.0m Height A Depth B Thickness Lengths (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Weight Product Weight (kg) code (kg) Product code Finish Height A Depth B L section ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL ABL PPC Aluminium 8 8

9 Aluminium U section standard sizes and product order codes 2mm and 3mm U Section aluminium pipe boxing - standard sizes Height A Depth B U section 2.5m 3.0m Height A Depth B Thickness Lengths (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Weight Product Weight Product code (kg) code (kg) ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU ABU Finish PPC Aluminium 9 9

10 X (50mm-500mm) Y (50mm-500mm) R10mm As Standard Product Reference: L Section Metal Pipeboxing Manufacturer: Contour Casing, Stafford Park 15 Telford, TF3 3BB Material Specification: For interior applications pressed Mild Steel Sheet to BS EN Minimum Thickness 1.2mm. For exterior applications pressed Aluminium Alloy Sheet to BS EN 485/515/573, Grade 1050A/ H14/ Minimum Thickness 2mm. Sizes: Available in up to 4000mm, height and width of up to 500mm. Bespoke sizes are available. Finish: Polyester Powder Coated to all visible faces in any RAL or BS colour. Guarantee of up to 25 years provided. Optional BioCote anti-microbial agent available. Accessories: Stop-ends, welded internal and external corners, jointing straps, access panels. Method of Jointing: Internal or External jointing straps with mechanical fix. Installation: 90 angled fixing bracket. Contour Heating Products Ltd Stafford Park 15 Telford TF3 3BB Tel: sales@contourheating.com Web:

11 X (50mm-500mm) Y (50mm-500mm) Product Reference: U Section Metal Pipeboxing Manufacturer: Contour Casing, Stafford Park 15, Telford, TF3 3BB. Material Specification: For interior applications pressed Mild Steel Sheet to BS EN Minimum Thickness 1.2mm. For exterior applications pressed Aluminium Alloy Sheet to BS EN 485/515/573, Grade 1050A/ H14/ Minimum Thickness 2mm. Sizes: Available in up to 4000mm, height and width of up to 500mm. Bespoke sizes are available. Finish: Polyester Powder Coated to all visible faces in any RAL or BS colour. Guarantee of up to 25 years provided. Optional BioCote anti-microbial agent available. Accessories: Stop-ends, welded internal and external corners, jointing straps, access panels. Method of Jointing: Internal or External jointing straps with mechanical fix. Installation: 90 angled fixing bracket. Contour Heating Products Ltd Stafford Park 15 Telford TF3 3BB Tel: sales@contourheating.com Web:

12 Preformed plywood pipe boxing Overview Contour preformed plywood pipe boxing is available in 5mm and 8mm thicknesses. It provides a versatile and adaptable solution for concealing interior pipework in both domestic and commercial applications from bathrooms and bedrooms to major heating installations. It is particularly suitable for protecting vulnerable service users from low level exposed hot pipework. Current NHS guidance calls for all hot pipework below 2m to be boxed in. As with our aluminium boxing, vented plywood pipe boxing is also available. Contour preformed plywood pipe casing is available in a choice of two standard lengths of 2.5m or 3m, to ensure suitability in a wide range of specifications and project requirements. Bespoke lengths can also be supplied. All preformed plywood boxing in our standard range is fully compliant with current EU Timber Regulations and manufactured from FSC certified timber sources. Contour preformed plywood pipe boxing is covered by a 2 year product warranty

13 Preformed plywood pipe boxing Standard specifications Materials: 5mm and 8mm preformed plywood available in 2.5m or 3m as standard lengths. Bespoke lengths available. Vented boxing available. Shapes: L Section in 90 & 115 Profiles U Channel in 180 profile. Double angles available Finish: White Melamine as standard. Other coloured veneers available. Optional BioCote protective anti-microbial agent is available as a treated paint finish. This option may be available in a variety of colours subject to minimum order quantity. Accessories: Stop-ends, internal and external corners, butt joint covers, timber fixing battens and fixing screws. Method of jointing: Butt joint, PVC shadow gap joint and aluminium shadow gap joint. Installation: wooden battens. Sizes: bespoke sizes are available, please contact us for details

14 Preformed plywood L section standard sizes and product order codes Height B Depth A L section 5mm and 8mm L Section plywood pipe boxing - standard sizes Depth A Height B Thickness 2.5m 3.0m (mm) (mm) (mm) Lengths (mm) Weight (kg) Product Weight Product code (kg) code PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL PBL Finish White Melamine 14

15 Preformed plywood U section standard sizes and product order codes Depth A 8mm U Section plywood pipe boxing - standard sizes Height B Depth A Height B Thickness Lengths Weight (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Kg) Product code Finish U section PBU PBU PBU PBU PBU PBU White Melamine 13 15

16 Pipe boxing standard profiles & shapes Aluminium standard profiles: 90 L sections 90 U sections Bespoke profiles also available Aluminium accessories include: Internal corners External corners 90, 135 or special angles T-sections Stop ends Butt joint covers internal (welded) or external (loose) Access doors Vented profiles for gas installations Security fixings and locks can be provided for secure environments Preformed plywood standard profiles: 90 & 115 L sections 180 U sections. Double angles available Bespoke profiles also available Plywood accessories include: Internal corners - 90 angle External corners- 90 angle Stop ends Butt joint covers Access doors Timber fixing battens and fixing screws Vented profiles 16

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18 Pipe boxing BIM objects & DWG files BIM DWG 18

19 Anti-ligature pipe boxing To ensure extra safety for potentially vulnerable service users in mental health units, detention centres and secure custodial facilities, Contour can design and manufacture pipe boxing with anti-ligature ventilation grilles, where required. Our latest grille pattern meets the needs of The Home Office Police Buildings Design Guide (Custody, July 2009, section PD ), which details that grilles unless otherwise specified, should be perforated with 2mm diameter holes at 4mm centres, in a triangular pitch formation. For added piece of mind, Our grille pattern has been tested to and exceeds IP3x standards (BS EN 60529) by a UKAS accredited laboratory. The test certifies that the grille will protect against the ingress of solid objects greater than 2.5mm in diameter. The anti-ligature grilles on Contour pipe boxing are punched directly into the aluminium or steel, rather than as a separate grille sheet welded inside the casing, unlike many other manufacturers. This reduces potential weak spots and ensures casing retains strength and rigidity. IP3x Test certified vent grilles 19

20 BioCote anti-microbial protection BioCote is a coating that is proven to significantly reduce the presence of harmful bacteria and pathogens on treated surfaces, by up to 99.5%. As a patented optional additive to our powder coating, BioCote provides an effective, safe and long lasting solution to combating a wide range of bacteria, including MRSA and E.coli. BioCote is ideal for application in the paint finish on both aluminium and preformed plywood pipe boxing, which will be used in healthcare, food processing & preparation and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments indeed anywhere where the maintenance of rigorous hygiene standards is critical. Contour are exclusive partners with BioCote in the UK when it comes to the application of the additive technology on our safe surface temperature heating products, architectural fabrications and column casings. For more information on BioCote, visit

21 Case study: Woolwich estates regeneration PROJECT: MAIN CONTRACTOR: SUMMARY: Woolwich Estates Regeneration, Royal Borough of Greenwich Keepmoat Design and manufacture of PPC aluminium and mild steel pipe boxing systems internally and externally The regeneration of three estates in Woolwich, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, heralded an important phase in redevelopment of the local area. Under the project the estates would be upgraded to 1,500 mixed-tenure homes including family houses, mews houses and courtyard apartments. The design and manufacture by Contour Casings of over 7 km of PPC aluminium and mild steel pipe boxing for installation in internal and external locations, also included a range of integrated access panels to allow system maintenance and testing. READ MORE AND DOWNLOAD A PDF OF THIS CASE STUDY 21

22 For further information visit: Or call the Contour Sales Team on Contour Heating Products Limited. Acceptance of orders is subject to Contour Casings Limited standard terms & conditions. Copy available upon request or see Contour operates a policy of continuous product evaluation and improvement. As a consequence product specifications and performance are subject to change without prior notice. E&OE.