Plumbing Africa March 2018 | Page 41

PROJECT 39 << Continued from page 37 1 2 1. 2. 3 3. 4. levels. Geberit Silent-db20 is a drainage pipe system for buildings that require increased levels of soundproofing; its acoustic properties are achieved using a patented high-density material that has been specially developed for acoustic pipe applications. This provided a cost- effective and reliable solution for dealing with the acoustic challenges on the fire station project. The office blocks were built on the border of the old fire station. Being a historical building, the existing plumbing required consideration. During the project, GDM had to www.plumbingafrica.co.za Rainwater downpipes fixed externally to the building. These will be closed by aluminium facade. Typical plumbing duct consisting of Geberit HDPE soil and vent pipes, Geberit Mepla potable water supply pipes, and PVC condensation pipes. The 200mm Geberit HDPE rainwater launder pipes. Re-routing existing plumbing with Geberit HPDE pipe. 4 Continued on page 41 >> March 2018 Volume 24 I Number 1