IBK In-Concrete Duct System
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IBK in-concrete duct system System information

IBK in-concrete duct system The requirements for installations in modern buildings develop continuously. The new OBO IBK system is matched to the latest technological standards.

Newly developed. From the ground up. Easy mounting, robustness and a perfect inclusion in the building, all of these are offered by the new in-concrete system. It is matched to the latest developments and trends in construction, both to the technology of concrete core activation and to current fire protection guidelines. Thanks to many years of experience in development and project planning for underfloor installations, OBO knows the requirements for in-concrete systems. This is just one of the reasons OBO is the market leader in this field.

Perfect integration: In-concrete ducts in modern buildings Matched Example of concrete core activation: The planning for the installation of the IBK system takes all the other factors in the concrete into account. The in-concrete duct system is suitable for use in concrete floor plates and concrete ceilings, irrespective of whether they are ceilings encased during construction or are ceilings made of filigree plates. Thanks to its continuous height adjustment of ducts and sockets, the system can be adapted to all kinds of project requirements. The ducts are located in the neutral zone...

Comprehensively tested As with all OBO products, the IBK system has also been tested comprehensively according to all the current standards. Use of the "neutral zone" At least 100 mm of concrete beneath the IBK system is required for reasons of fire protection. The "neutral" zone above this can be used.

Use our manufacturer's know-how. In every project phase. Decades of experience OBO has decades of experience in dealing with almost every kind of underfloor project and on almost every continent. Take advantage of consultation from our team of experts. Numerous factors must be taken into account during planning. For this reason, OBO supports planners and installation engineers with comprehensive support, particularly in the planning phase, but also in every other project phase.

Checklist When planning and building an IBK system, the following factors must be included in the planning: • Match with architecture • Match with statics • Match with building systems

On one level: mounting made easy Height adjustment units, standardised for the entire system, are used. The floor plate of the accessory mounting box, the connection elements and the supports are all the same height. Flexible mounting The freely swivellable height adjustment units allow easy system mounting between the strands of the reinforcement. The IBK system is located between the upper and lower reinforcement of the concrete plate. This means that work between the strands of the steel mats makes mounting difficult. New, swivellable height adjustment units now allow considerably...

Completely released Simply remove the height adjustment unit, insert it between the reinforcements and then fasten it to the socket body again. All the elements are at the same height: Simply adjust all the components to this height and begin with mounting.

IBK: robust, closed and secure Details in the construction of the new IBK system ensure very practical benefits. Thus, for example, the system remains closed off with a mounting protection lid up to device installation and is thus protected against dirt without any masking. The protection lid prevents workplace accidents during the construction phase and is so robust that it is unaffected by concrete working and the mechanical processing of concrete areas. Perfectly prepared Equipotential bonding Contact claws on the connectors and the straps on the floor plate ensure equipotential bonding....

Robust construction All the system components are designed for hard construction site use. They are subject to loads from walking, filling with concrete or compacting with a vibrator. Closed system Time-saving, tidy mounting Safe against dust and dirt: The interior remains protected with a mounting protection lid up to device installation, without any masking. With the IBK system, the lengthy removal of polystyrene lined bodies is a thing of the past.

Seamlessly integrated in the concrete The integrated lined body of the box, its external wall, can be cast directly in the concrete. Thus, the concrete can be worked to the socket without any cavities requiring later filling. Whilst the outer wall is fixed in the concrete, the height of the inner lined body can be adjusted flexibly. Its side walls are designed for a standard height of 80 mm above the socket. Perfectly height-adjustable Perfect connection Seamless transition from the concrete to the box body, without any cavities. Before another floor structure is added, for example, screed...

Device installation The IBK system is ready for all the variants of device installation, from the service outlet to the height-adjustable cassette.

In-concrete duct system installation principle

Cover socket for device installation Inner lined body Electrical installation duct, 2- or 3-compartment, 38 or 48 mm high Connection strap with equipotential bonding Duct support Height adjustment unit

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Production location Subsidiary Representative office Certified safety Our high-quality range of products and services is globally certified and fulfils all the key international standards. This simplifies the planning and execution of deployments around the world and ensures cost optimisation. Efficient processes at OBO ensure that products are available at the right time. It doesn't matter where our customers are erecting or operating systems. Experience with major projects When the building size and the challenge of use increases, the complexity of the electrical infrastructure also...