FloPlast AF32 - User Manual

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FloPlast Air Admiance Valves
(Issue 2 02/2018)
This document relates to FloPlast’s AF32, AFE32, AF110, AVE100, AV110 and AX110 valves, for use in
above-ground drainage systems and in conjuncon with the Building Regulaons, (PART H1).
FloPlast’s Air Admiance Valves carry the Brish Standards Kitemark (KM512474) and CE mark, as having met
the performance requirements of BS EN 12380: 2002 and have been designated with an A1 rang.
FloPlast’s Air Admiance Valves provide a means of venlaon to the drainage system to prevent loss of
water seals in traps and consequent release of foul air into the building.
The drainage system and the installaon and use of FloPlast’s Air Admiance Valves must be in accordance
with the Design Data and Installaon secons of this document.
AF32 AVE100/AV110 AF110 AX110
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Summary

Regulations

The Building Regulations 2010 (England and Wales)

The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004

The Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012

Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015

1.0 Technical Specification

AF32;AFE32 Valve Details

Details of AF32 and AFE32 valves, their materials, construction, and sealing mechanisms.

AV110;AVE100 Valve Details

Details of AV110 and AVE100 valves, their construction materials, and sealing components.

AF110 Valve Details

Details of AF110 valves, including materials, seals, and installation options.

AX110 Valve Details

Details of AX110 valves, highlighting features and installation considerations.

2.0 Manufacture

Quality Control and Assessment

4.0 Design Consideration - General

System Application

Use of AAVs in above-ground drainage systems for ventilation and foul air prevention.

Valve Applications by Size

Specific uses for 32/40mm, 50mm, and 82/100/110mm valves in drainage systems.

5.0 Practicability of installation

6.0 Drainage System Design

Airflow Performance Data

Airflow performance data for different pipe sizes, based on BRE tests.

Installation Examples

Illustrates valve installation in ventilated and unventilated domestic dwellings.

Underground Drain Ventilation

Guidance on underground drain ventilation and valve disposition based on dwelling numbers.

Installation Best Practices and Limitations

Covers preventing siphonage, usage restrictions, and installation siting.

7.0 Effect on water seals

Valve Operation and Pressure Effects

11.0 Installation

General Installation Requirements

Specific Valve Connections

Vertical Fitting Positions

Installation Precautions

12.0 Technical Investigation - Tests

Test Procedures and Criteria

13.0 Technical Investigation

Quality and Testing Assurance

FloPlast AF32 Specifications

General

Brand	FloPlast
Model	AF32
Category	Control Unit
Language	English