Plow Installation

One of the major advantages of HDPE coilable duct products is the ability to be plowed in long, continuous lengths. This method of installation is practical for both single or multiple ducts, as well as FuturePath bundled ducts; as separate or multiple bundles.

Applications
Long Haul
Fiber to the Home
Cellular / DAS
PLOW / REEL METHOD

Depending on the size and number of duct reels used for placing the duct in a single pass, this method is very productive with less handling of the duct. One or more reels are mounted on the plow and the duct is guided safely over the plow tractor and fed directly into the plow chute. When the end of the reel or reels is reached, the tails are brought up and eventually coupled or joined to the starting ends of the next reel or reels. A handhole should be used to allow future access and protect the coupled ducts.

DUCT LAYOUT METHOD

The duct is carefully removed from the reel or reels – either by hand-pulling from a stationary reel or using drive-out process – and laid alongside the plow path. An operator walks adjacent to the advancing plow and carefully guides the duct into the plow chute. While a bit more labor-intensive, it eliminates the need for mounting reels directly to the plow equipment.

Recommended products

MicroDuct is bundled into an easy-to-handle unit known as FuturePath. FuturePath can be installed just like standard duct: open trench, aerial, directional drilled, plowed, or pulled into an existing conduit. When branching individual MicroDucts, there is no need for a special branching box. No special tools or equipment are required for installation.

FuturePath

MicroDuct is bundled into an easy-to-handle unit known as FuturePath. FuturePath can be installed just like standard duct: open trench, aerial, directional drilled, plowed, or pulled into an existing conduit. When branching individual MicroDucts, there is no need for a special branching box. No special tools or equipment are required for installation.
FuturePath configuration consisting of two or more different sizes of conduit and/or MicroDucts. A perfect choice for customers who need to run micro cables and larger standard fiber cables at the same time, or would like to plan for future possibilities.

FuturePath Hybrid

FuturePath configuration consisting of two or more different sizes of conduit and/or MicroDucts. A perfect choice for customers who need to run micro cables and larger standard fiber cables at the same time, or would like to plan for future possibilities.
FuturePath configuration consisting of 2, 3, or 4 conduits, available in a variety of sizes and wall types. A perfect choice for customers who would like to plan for future possibilities using larger standard fiber cables.

FuturePath Jumbo

FuturePath configuration consisting of 2, 3, or 4 conduits, available in a variety of sizes and wall types. A perfect choice for customers who would like to plan for future possibilities using larger standard fiber cables.
MicroDucts are a great way of getting the most versatility out of your current empty duct system. Why install one fiber cable when you could install multiple MicroDucts? Each MicroDuct is a pathway for fiber now or in the future. Expand your network as your needs require.

MicroDucts HDPE

MicroDucts are a great way of getting the most versatility out of your current empty duct system. Why install one fiber cable when you could install multiple MicroDucts? Each MicroDuct is a pathway for fiber now or in the future. Expand your network as your needs require.
Our most popular HDPE duct, Smoothwall is available with an optional SILICORE® ULF permanently lubricated lining. These ducts perform well in all environments, aerial, direct buried, and underground. Multiple wall thickness are available based on the application.

Smoothwall

Our most popular HDPE duct, Smoothwall is available with an optional SILICORE® ULF permanently lubricated lining. These ducts perform well in all environments, aerial, direct buried, and underground. Multiple wall thickness are available based on the application.
Our popular HDPE duct with a smooth outer wall and internal longitudinal ribs for a reduced coefficient of friction. These ducts perform well in all environments, aerial, direct buried, and underground.

Smooth Out/Ribbed In

Our popular HDPE duct with a smooth outer wall and internal longitudinal ribs for a reduced coefficient of friction. These ducts perform well in all environments, aerial, direct buried, and underground.
HDPE duct with inner and outer ribs. The internal longitudinal ribs for a reduced coefficient of friction, while the external ribs help prevent spiraling and reduce friction when pulling innerduct into larger conduits. Available with optional Silicore ULF permanently lubricated lining.

Ribbed In/Out

HDPE duct with inner and outer ribs. The internal longitudinal ribs for a reduced coefficient of friction, while the external ribs help prevent spiraling and reduce friction when pulling innerduct into larger conduits. Available with optional Silicore ULF permanently lubricated lining.
CoExtruded conduit is an ideal choice to provide visual utility or end use of conduit identification.

CoExtruded

CoExtruded conduit is an ideal choice to provide visual utility or end use of conduit identification.
Our HDPE conduit made in accordance with requirements of NEMA TC-7 and is ideal for the installation and protection of electrical cables underground.

NEMA TC7

Our HDPE conduit made in accordance with requirements of NEMA TC-7 and is ideal for the installation and protection of electrical cables underground.
Meets or exceeds the HDPE resin requirements per ASTM D-3350 UV Black (minimum carbon black loading of 2%), Sequential footage markings, permanent ink jet or indent print, tested and listed by Intertek Laboratories (ETL) to assure compliance with UL 651A, certified by Dura-Line to comply with all UL 651A property and testing requirements.

UL 651A

Meets or exceeds the HDPE resin requirements per ASTM D-3350 UV Black (minimum carbon black loading of 2%), Sequential footage markings, permanent ink jet or indent print, tested and listed by Intertek Laboratories (ETL) to assure compliance with UL 651A, certified by Dura-Line to comply with all UL 651A property and testing requirements.
FuturePath Armored is designed to provide superior mechanical protection against rodents, ballistics, crush, chemicals, and moisture penetration in a direct bury or aerial application. The corrugated steel armor is coated with a corrosion-resistant copolymer and bonded with the HDPE jacket for superior protection in rugged environments.

FuturePath Armored

FuturePath Armored is designed to provide superior mechanical protection against rodents, ballistics, crush, chemicals, and moisture penetration in a direct bury or aerial application. The corrugated steel armor is coated with a corrosion-resistant copolymer and bonded with the HDPE jacket for superior protection in rugged environments.
Perfect for Drops in FTTH applications, MicroDucts with a location wire for easy identification in the ground.

MicroDucts Locatable

Perfect for Drops in FTTH applications, MicroDucts with a location wire for easy identification in the ground.
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