ALBATECH has released a range of environmentally-friendly safety conduits for surface and underground applications.
The Evcco HFT conduits use a halogen-free flame retardant polymer as an alternative to conventional PVC conduits. The material contains no known toxins.
The conduits are manufactured in Australia. They are used to carry electrical cabling in surface and underground applications, and are also used within safety equipment such as aspiration systems and air sampling systems which protect against smoke and toxic gases.
According to the company, the conduits are lighter and easier to install than metal and PVC conduits. They do not contain environmental and safety hazards which can leach into the soil or be released into the air in the event of a fire.
The conduits are available in sizes from 20 to 110mm outside diameter. They can be supplemented by a range of junction boxes, inspection elbows and tees, bends and adaptors.
The manufacturer claims the conduits will find application in industrial risk management for factories, computer installations, infrastructure, gas and mineral processing, petroleum, food and primary product processing plants.
The Evcco range is comprised of four types of conduits, including a ‘FRAS’ heavy duty variety which is halogen-free, flame-retardant, and anti-static with high impact resistance.
The FRAS type is used where static electricity may be a hazard, such as in computer installations, grain silos, coal storage, petro-chemical plants, gas processing, and solvent and paint industries.
