Cotterill Civils' Guide to Ducting

In this video, our Commercial Director Joe discusses the different types of ducting that we have available here at Cotterill Civils, and the different applications they can be used for. This video is filmed in our own stockyard, and highlights the amount of ducting that we keep in stock ready for immediate dispatch.
What is ducting?
Ducting is a type of pipe which is designed to protect cables transporting different elements such as water, electricity or gas. A duct is designed to protect the service cable or pipe from damage and alert others to the presence of the duct in the ground. With our ducting pipe, the external layer has a corrugated profile which gives the product added strength, whilst the internal bore is smooth to prevent cables from snagging. It is important to choose a diameter that allows plenty of room within the duct to allow the cable or cables to be drawn through smoothly. Ducting pipes are resistant to chemicals, abrasion, and UV radiation, making them suitable for use in a variety of environments. Lastly, we stock ducting pipe in a wide variety of diameters and sizes, to accommodate the majority of installation requirements.
What are the different types of ducting?
Electricity - Black
CCTV - Green
Water - Blue
Gas - Yellow
Motorway Communication - Purple
Street Lighting - Orange
Traffic Signals - Orange
Telecommunications (BT) - Grey
Picking the correct colour for the ducting pipe is essential. This is because the colour of the ducting represents the content inside, so it can quickly and easily alert others in instances of further groundworks.
What types of ducting are available?
Our ducting is available in both flexible and rigid structures. If the product is being used for longer runs, then flexible ducting would be more appropriate, as it can bend to the contours of the space whilst still retaining its strength. Rigid ducting will be better suited to shorter runs.Twinwall duct is used where additional strength is required, such as below paths and roads.
Why choose Cotterill Civils?
Our aim is to deliver the right products to you, at the right time and at the right price. Our team of industry experts can help you find the perfect products for your civils and drainage needs. We have a large selection of products in stock in our yard and warehouse ready for immediate dispatch. We always aim to get our products to you quickly and efficiently, giving you peace of mind to complete your project within your timeframe.
We've built up a reputation for delivering an excellent service. Our customers like us because we're friendly, professional and 100% reliable. Based in the beautiful rural area of Sutton Coldfield, we can deliver to most areas of the UK due to our central location.
At Cotterill Civils, we also offer a drawing take off service to help determine the correct amount of products, and the most appropriate products for your civils and drainage projects. By using state-of-the-art technology, we can identify cost-saving opportunities for you, whilst deciding the precise amount of items such as pipe, ducting or soakaway crates depending on your specific needs. This means that there is no wastage, as the exact measurements have been calculated, saving you time and money. The risk of unexpected costs and overruns is minimised.
As well as this, our drawing take off service gives you peace of mind that your project is in safe hands. It will save you precious time, which can be redirected to other areas of the project.
For expert guidance and advice, speak to one of our experts today on 0121 351 3230. We are happy to give you a quote for any of your civils and drainage requirements.
Alternatively, visit our website www.cotterillcivils.co.uk to browse our full product range.