theCorkster
Geotechnical
We have a project where a set of communication conduits are immediately adjacent to foundation improvement work(compacted aggregate piers).
The design-build contractor proposes to encase the PVC conduit in 3000 psi concrete to protect it from the drilling, filling and compacting operation associated with CAP.
My concern is with the potential for concrete heat of hydration to damage the conduit and cause problems with the interior communication lines.
I've contacted several pvc conduit manufacturers to see what information they may have with respect to what the pipe can accommodate without deformation.
It's not likely that filling the conduit with water will be acceptable to the communications company.
Thanks for any experience or ideas.
The design-build contractor proposes to encase the PVC conduit in 3000 psi concrete to protect it from the drilling, filling and compacting operation associated with CAP.
My concern is with the potential for concrete heat of hydration to damage the conduit and cause problems with the interior communication lines.
I've contacted several pvc conduit manufacturers to see what information they may have with respect to what the pipe can accommodate without deformation.
It's not likely that filling the conduit with water will be acceptable to the communications company.
Thanks for any experience or ideas.