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MicroTrench Installations

A more recent advancement in trenching involves cutting a sawcut trench or groove to be occupied by a variety of MicroDucts, either loose or bundled. FuturePath Flex allows for minimal trench width while also being able to be ‘rolled’ into a somewhat tubular shape for pulling purposes.

For more information on MicroTrenching, please visit Dura-Line's Technology Summit 2019: MicroTrenching.

Applications
Smart Cities
Fiber to the Home
Cellular / DAS
USING A MICROTRENCHER

MicroTrenching equipment uses specialized units to create precise depth/width micro-trenches. The type of road surface will dictate which equipment is best suited for the construction. Careful consideration has to be given as to the location of tie-ins (handholes, vaults) that are in line, or adjacent to, the MicroTrench. Collection of the trench spoils is required.

REINSTATING THE MICROTRENCH

Following the proper installation of the ducts or MicroDucts in the MicroTrench, the reinstatement sealing process is very critical since many of the asphalt materials are very hot (210°F to 300°F). Thus, the ducts may require a sand-based or foam backer rod heat barrier. Newer flowable grout materials generate little or no heat but will require proper preparation of the duct and MicroTrench and require specialized installation equipment and trained personnel.

Recommended Products

MicroDucts HDPE (DuraMicro HDPE) is a great way of getting the most versatility out of your current empty duct system as well as create a new direct buried pathway. 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 is offered in two variations, DB (Direct Buried) and DI (Direct Install). MicroDucts HDPE DB is a range created to withstand impact and suitable to be directly buried while MicroDucts HDPE DI (Direct Install) is a MicroDuct range designed to be installed by pulling, blowing, or pushing in existing duct systems. MicroDucts HDPE can be used in bundles forming FuturePath HDPE (DuraMulti).

MicroDucts HDPE (DuraMicro HDPE)

MicroDucts HDPE (DuraMicro HDPE) is a great way of getting the most versatility out of your current empty duct system as well as create a new direct buried pathway. 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 is offered in two variations, DB (Direct Buried) and DI (Direct Install). MicroDucts HDPE DB is a range created to withstand impact and suitable to be directly buried while MicroDucts HDPE DI (Direct Install) is a MicroDuct range designed to be installed by pulling, blowing, or pushing in existing duct systems. MicroDucts HDPE can be used in bundles forming FuturePath HDPE (DuraMulti).
FuturePath HDPE (DuraMulti) is an easy to handle unit of MicroDucts bundled under a polyethylene oversheath. The easily removable oversheath makes it simple to access individual MicroDucts pathways for uncomplicated branching. Utilizing common duct placing installation techniques, the unique shape makes installation easy for direct buried (DB) installations. FuturePath HDPE comes standard with an orange oversheath and individual colored MicroDucts HDPE for easy identification.

FuturePath HDPE

FuturePath HDPE (DuraMulti) is an easy to handle unit of MicroDucts bundled under a polyethylene oversheath. The easily removable oversheath makes it simple to access individual MicroDucts pathways for uncomplicated branching. Utilizing common duct placing installation techniques, the unique shape makes installation easy for direct buried (DB) installations. FuturePath HDPE comes standard with an orange oversheath and individual colored MicroDucts HDPE for easy identification.
FuturePath Flex (DuraFlat) consists of DB (Direct Buried) MicroDucts in a flat configuration connected with a thin webbing. This unique shape, with thin profile, is primarily used in MicroTrenching applications. Its flexible design also allows FuturePath Flex to be direct buried and utilized in long-haul applications. Microducts uncoil without spiraling off the drum.

FuturePath Flex (DuraFlat)

FuturePath Flex (DuraFlat) consists of DB (Direct Buried) MicroDucts in a flat configuration connected with a thin webbing. This unique shape, with thin profile, is primarily used in MicroTrenching applications. Its flexible design also allows FuturePath Flex to be direct buried and utilized in long-haul applications. Microducts uncoil without spiraling off the drum.
DuraPack provides DI MicroDucts factory pre-installed into a larger conduit with more efficiency than can be easily achieved on-site. Loose bundles of MicroDucts within a larger conduit are a proven installation method for FTTH. The DI MicroDucts are also available in a "tighter" configuration with an additional jacket for added protection.

DuraPack

DuraPack provides DI MicroDucts factory pre-installed into a larger conduit with more efficiency than can be easily achieved on-site. Loose bundles of MicroDucts within a larger conduit are a proven installation method for FTTH. The DI MicroDucts are also available in a "tighter" configuration with an additional jacket for added protection.
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