Ductbank, Plastic Conduit, Sleeves, Innerduct Storage Handling and Preservation Checklist

This article is about Ductbank, Plastic Conduit, Sleeves, Innerduct Storage Handling and Preservation Checklist of OSP Telecom Distribution System as per International Codes and standards.

Ductbank, Plastic Conduit, Sleeves, Innerduct Storage Handling and Preservation Checklist

Storage

Verify that Ducts are shipped in self-supporting framed units designed for mechanical unloading. Framed units should not be dropped from truck bed as per NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.
Verify that self-supporting framed units designed for mechanical unloading are stored on a level surface. The wood frames should line up, one on top of another, so that the load will be on the wood frames rather than on the duct. Ensure standing height of stacked units should be limited to twelve feet as per NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.
Verify that the storage area for Coils and Reels have sufficient size to accommodate the duct and components, to allow room for handling equipment to get around them, and to have a relatively smooth level surface free of stones, debris, and other material that could damage the duct or components or interfere with handling as per NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.
Verify and insure to avoid prolonged storage of bulk shipments in closed vans as excessive weight may cause ovality on the bottom ducts as stipulated by NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.
Verify if Bends and sweeps stored outdoors are on flat ground. The manufacturer should be consulted for other storage procedures as stipulated by NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.
Verify if fittings, spacers, and accessories in cartons are stored outdoors they should be under cover to protect cartons from the elements as per NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.
Verify and insure to avoid prolonged storage of bulk shipments in closed vans as excessive weight may cause ovality on the bottom ducts as stipulated by NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.

Handling and preservation

Verify if appropriate unloading and handling equipment of adequate capacity are used to unload the truck, and safe handling and operating procedures are followed. Coils or reels must not be rolled or pushed off the truck and care should be taken not to drop the duct as stipulated by NEMA TC-B2-2000, section II.