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Cast Iron Effect Rainwater SystemProduct Guide

Elegance Rainwater System

ELEGANCE RAINWATER SYSTEM

Traditional cast iron effect rainwater system

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The Polypipe Elegance range is a stylish range of guttering and downpipe products with a decorative effect that combines the look of a traditional cast-iron system with all of the product & installation benefits of using PVC-U as the manufacturing material.

The result is a traditional looking, but modern and efficient, rainwater system that has none of the degradation drawbacks of cast iron installations.

Every attention to detail has been taken in creating the Elegance range, which offers a lightweight, low maintenance solution with a more distinctive design style and is suitable for all residential new build and renovation projects.

Elegance not only looks great it is easy to store and handle, and quick to assemble and install. Elegance is fully compatible with most other modern rainwater systems but also incorporates some bespoke features and benefits. Our unique lugged brackets ensure a secure fit, whilst remaining compact and unobtrusive in design and our decorative hopper has been designed to replicate the look of heritage cast iron systems.

Key features and benefits:

• Suppliedreadytofitwithouttheneedforpaintingorprotective coatings

• Quicktoinstall,reducingtotalinstallationcost

• Durableandlong-lastingfinishwithouttheneedtoapplycorrosion control

• Widerangeofroofstructuredesignsolutions can be achieved

• Lightweightconstructionforeasyhandling,assembly and installation

• Eleganceissuitableforbothnewbuildandresidentialrenovation projects

Availability

Standards and AccreditationsElegance is just one range within the comprehensive portfolio

of above and below ground waste and drainage products from

Polypipe. Our extensive expertise and experience in this field,

combined with our leading edge manufacturing technologies,

ensure that our products are supplied to the highest quality

standards and service levels.

Wearealsomindfulofourobligationsasaresponsiblesupplier

to minimise the environmental impact of our products and

operations. This is expressed in our environmental management

and sustainability policies.

Polypipe products are available from a wide ranging network

of plumbing and builders merchants throughout the UK.

Purchases of the Elegance range can be combined with all

other Polypipe lines to simplify ordering and ensure maximum

customer value.

Our manufacturing plants are certified to internationally

recognised quality and environmental standards, including

ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004. For further information,

please visit www.polypipe.com

A cast iron certainty

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Certificate No. FM00318Registration

BS EN ISO 9001: 2000

Certificate No. 08302-2007-AE-LDN-UKAS

RegistrationBS EN ISO 14001 : 2004

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Gutter 2m 6 CIRG2 12.95 4m 6 CIRG4 26.95

Angle 90° 10 CIRA1 9.95

Stop End Internal 10 CIRE2 3.95

Facia Bracket 25 CIRFB1 1.70

Running Outlet 10 CIRO1 8.95

Stop End Outlet 10 CIRO2 8.95

Union Bracket 10 CIRU1 6.95

Angle 135° 10 CIRA2 9.95

Stop End External 10 CIRE1 3.95

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ELEGANCE SYSTEM COMPONENT PRODUCT PACK CODE PRICE DESCRIPTION QTY NO. EACH £

SIZE: 114MM WIDE X 51MM DEEPAPPLICATION: RESIDENTIAL

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Downpipe 2.5m 6 CIRP25 29.85 4.0m 6 CIRP4 47.95 5.5m 6 CIRP55 65.95

Offset Bend 112° 10 CIRB2 9.95

Shoe 10 CIRB3 6.95

Pipe Clip 50 CIRC1 3.95

Pipe Socket 10 CIRS1 6.95

Bend 90° 10 CIRB1 9.95

Branch 112° 10 CIRY1 21.95

Lugged Bracket 10 CIRL1 3.95

Decorative Hopper 1 CIRH1 27.95

ELEGANCE SYSTEM COMPONENT PRODUCT PACK CODE PRICE DESCRIPTION QTY NO. EACH £

SIZE: 114MM WIDE X 51MM DEEPAPPLICATION: RESIDENTIAL

Joint Lubricant 500ml Bottle 1 SG500 12.02 1kg Tub 1 LUBX1 11.00 2.5 kg Tub 1 LUBX2.5 27.64

Aerosol Lubricant 400ml 12 SG300 13.27

Galvanised Metal Bracket 112mm Top Rafter 1 RR110 3.73 112mm Side Rafter 1 RR112 3.73 112mm Rise and Fall 1 RR111 5.92

ANCILLARIES COMPONENT PRODUCT PACK CODE PRICE DESCRIPTION QTY NO. EACH £

Technical InformationAny drainage system should have sufficient capacity to carry

the expected flows of water at any point in the system.

The actual flow in the system depends upon the area to be

drained, the rainfall intensity and the position of the outlets.

Gutter Installation

BSEN12056-3:2000statesthatguttersshouldbenormally

level (with a gradient of between 1mm/m and 3mm/m

where practicable).

This standard also states that “where snow is likely to lie on

roofs, the front edge of the gutter should not be higher than

the projected line of the roof, unless snow guards or other

precautions are used.”

Gutter Capacity

The profile and dimensions of a gutter determines the maximum

flow rate (capacity), currently given in litres/second. The height

of gutter profile determines the maximum length of gutter run

beforeresultantoverflowatthe‘highpoint’(i.e.stop-endor

mid-waybetweenoutlets)calculatedperBSEN12056-3:2000

as 50 x height.

It is most important to consider the position and number

of outlets as well as the size of gutter.

Rainfall Intensity

Rainfall and storm intensities vary between differing locations

within the UK and a number of pages are devoted in BS EN

12056-3:2000tovariationsandsafetyfactors,relatingtovarious

types of buildings and gutter locations. Eaves gutters should

be designed using a one year storm event, and the intensity

foundfrommapsinBSEN12056-3:2000.

Catchment Area

InaccordancewithBSEN12056-3:2000thedrainablecatchment

area of a pitched roof is calculated by adding half the height to

the plan width and multiplying by the length as follows:

Characteristics of the Polypipe Elegance Rainwater SystemProperties

Specificgravity 1.35-1.45

Co-efficient of

Linearexpansion 7x10-5/m/°C

Waterabsorption Negligible

Oxygen index 42%

Vicat Softening Temperature

Extrusion Moulding

BlackAverage 80.5°C 76°C

Chemical Resistance

The material is virtually unaffected by solutions of inorganic acids,

alkalis and salts and is resistant to many organic chemicals.

It may be softened by some organic materials such as ketones

and aromatic compounds. It will not corrode.

Standards

Rainwater systems are manufactured to comply with the

requirementsofBSEN607:1996;BSEN1462-1997;

EN12200-1:2000;BS4576-1:1989whereapplicable.

Installation Guide

Installation instructions for all Polypipe systems are available

onrequest.Whenfittingourproducts,theBuildingRegulations

should be followed.

Design Flow Rate - End Outlet in Gutter

Outlet Size Max flow Max Max (mm) rate (l/s) to distance distance BS EN 12056 to stop between end outlets (m)

68dia 0.66 2.5 4.87

Design Flow Rate - End Outlet in Gutter

Outlet Max flow Max flow Max MaxSize rate (l/s) rate (l/s) distance distance(mm) to BS EN to BS6367 to stop between 12056 end outlets (m)

68dia 1.32 1.4 2.5 4.87

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Handling and storageAlthough rainwater gutter, downpipe and the associated fittings

are strong and lightweight, care must be taken when handling.

Extra precaution should be taken in cold conditions due to the

reduction in impact strength of plastic products.

All gutter and downpipe extrusions should be stored away from

directsunlightandpreferablyundercover.Whenstoredinany

form of racking all extrusions should be supported at no more

than two meter intervals.

Fittings should be kept under cover in their respective packaging

until such time as required for installation.

Solvent cement should be kept out of direct sunlight or away

from any other heat source.

Jointing Brackets and SupportsPreparing gutters & pipes

All rainwater gutters and pipes must be squarely cut and all

burrs must be removed. It is recommended that a fine toothed

handsaw is used. Care must be taken when cutting gutters and

pipes in cold or damp conditions due to the slippery nature of

the pipe surface.

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Cast Iron EffectRainwater System

Polypipe Building Products

Broomhouse LaneEdlington

Doncaster DN12 1ESTel: 01709 770 000Fax: 01709 770 001

2410 London RoadMount Vernon

Glasgow G32 8XZTel: 0141 778 8822Fax: 0141 778 2703

Dromore Road Lurgan, Craigavon

Co. Armagh BT66 7HLTel: 028 38 881270Fax: 028 38 882344

www.polypipe.com/elegance

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