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Ce r t a i nTe e dFo u n d a t i o n sIt's About Time.Your Time
Time isMoneyEvery contractor knows that time is money.The more jobs You can finish in a day, A week, or a month,the more revenue you generate. That’s why the Form-A-Drain foundation footing system is such a great idea.It saves you time in several different ways, allowing you to move from one job to thenext more quickly. Form-A-Drain is used in place of wood to form the footing, then remains in place after the concrete is poured. You don’t have to go backto strip and clean your old forms, load them on the truck, and haul them to the next job. Form-A-Drainis both the footing form and the foundation drainage system, so your crew accomplishes these two jobs at the same time.For many contractors, the time saved using Form-A-Drain allows them to complete more jobs, resulting in additional profits. Form-A-Drainis easily adapted to vent harmful radon gas, so yourcrew can carry out this job efficiently in areas where code or localpractice requires it. Time, labor and material savings add up in your favor when youuse Form-A-Drain. And your customers will appreciate the fact thatyou’ve incorporated the best available foundation drainage system,a quality CertainTeed product, into their homes.Lineal sections, couplings, and cornersensure precise form set-up.A 3-in-1 solution from CertainTeedA well-built home begins with the foundation. That’s whyCertainTeed developed Form-A-Drain, a patented,permanently installed system that handles three vitalfoundation functions. Form-A-Drain: forms the footing,drains the foundation , provides a means for radon reduction.
The 3-in-12.SolIntegrated drainageWith Form-A-Drain, even as you’re setting up the footing forms,you’re creating the drainage system — two jobs accomplished atone time, with no need to purchase and install separate drain pipe.During the concrete pour, grade stakeshold the Form-A-Drain system at theproper elevation. Thereafter, Form-A-Drainremains permanently in place.Form-A-Drain is an outstanding alternative to perforated pipe when it comes to drainage performance. It has a greater water intake capacity than traditional drain pipe, and its strong, rigid construction assures a quality installation.1.Each lineal section is manufactured with one slotted wall, whichallows the collection of water at the footing. The collected waterthen flows through the hollow core of the Form-A-Drain system tothe drainage outlet, where it is safely discharged away from thehome. Lineals are available with preapplied filter fabric for areaswhere soil conditions or local code requires geotextile fabric to be used.Precise footing forms, permanently in place Form-A-Drainlineal sections, couplings and corners are designedto ensure a precise form set-up. And because Form-A-Drain is amanufactured product, there are no variations from piece to piece —allowing for a very flat and level footing. Optional spacer straps canbe used to hold the lineals in place at specified widths for consistent dimensions ; rebar stakes can also be used if desired to pin the90 corners and couplings. Proper staking with forming pins, woodstakes or CertainTeed grade stakes holds the Form-A-Drain system to the proper height as well as helping to keep the forms in place. of the many unique features of the Form-A-Drain system is that Oneit stays permanently in place. There’s no need to return to the jobsite to strip, clean and load wood forms — making Form-A-Drain avery cost-effective way for contractors to complete the forming anddraining of the foundation footing.Forms FootingsWith Form-A-Drain, the foundation system is located where it shouldbe — at the top of and on both sides of the footing. This is the optimum area of a home’s foundation where water can be effectivelycollected and ultimately discharged away from valuable living space.Another Form-A-Drain benefit is that it provides drainage on both theexterior and interior sides of the foundation. Crossovers can be usedto connect the inner and outer lineal sections, allowing drainagefrom both sides of the footing to be discharged to either a sump pitor away from the foundation, toward the back of the building lot andsafely away from the home. A third option is to position the outletsso that water in the outside lineals drains away from the foundationand water in the inside lineals drains to a sump pit. Drains Foundations
lution3.Why Contractors loveForm-A-Drain:Radon reductionThe third element of Form-A-Drain’s 3-in-1 advantage is its abilityto vent radon under the basement slab and around the interiorperimeter of the foundation footing.Again, because Form-A-Drain stays in place after the footing ispoured, it’s in perfect position to perform as part of a radonreduction system. Simply add a single outlet to one of the innerForm-A-Drain lineals and connect it to dedicated vent pipe, asdescribed in the Form-A-Drain installation guide (40-95-04).Form-A-Drain forms a complete loop around the inside perimeterof the footing, serving as a radon collection point in conformancewith the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Model Standards &Techniques for Radon Control in New Residential Buildings.”With simple adaptations, Form-A-Draincan perform as a radon reduction system.A Better Alternativeto Boards and Round Pipe“Form-A-Drain allows us to dig the hole, pour the footingand have the complete tile and gravel job done all inone day.”James Bartels, M.B.I. Construction, Inc., Effingham, IL“The drain and radon systems are excellent.”William Alaimo, Confor, Inc., Peckville, PA“As a custom builder, we’re always looking for waysto save time on the job and improve quality for ourcustomers. We began using Form-A-Drain on our homesseveral years ago because it’s easy to install and makesa nice looking job. It’s a quality product that’s good forour bottom line and our reputation.”Joe Nadu, Lancaster Home Builders, Lancaster, PA“Quality is far superior to conven tional methods.”Erwin Sweet, Perma-Structo, Inc., Sturtevant, WI“Form-A-Drain is the best system on the market.”Brad Hebig, Hebig Construction, Jackson, MN/Sioux Falls, SD“We switched from flexible perforated pipe toForm-A-Drain. It saves time, labor costs and headaches.It’s faster and easier to install on a level grade, virtuallyeliminating any water problems that might occur.”John Azzari, Alessio Azzari Concrete, Inc., Mickleton, NJVents Radon
Features andBenefitsBuilders and contractors alike now havea revolutionary way to design a superiorfoundation system into their homesFeatures builder BenefitsIdeally located drainagesystem, parallel to footing ,below foundation wallFeatures Contractor BenefitsRelieves hydrostatic pressureon walls and slabs, reducingrisk of crackingStay-in-place lineal footingform systemEliminates wood or metal formcost, and form removal, cleaning,and transportation costsLess elapsed time betweenfooting pour and wallconstructionIncreases productivityImmediate drainagecapability Can minimize down time ininclement weatherSimple adaptation with around pipe “T” and verticalPVC pipe stack providesradon reductionEliminates material and laborcosts for separate radon reduction system; sub-slab perimetersystem already in placeDrainage system cannotReduces risk of blockage orsag or crimpuneven drainageGreater water intake capacitythan traditional drain pipeEnsures rapid collectionof ground water.Minimizes possibility ofbasement water infiltration.Level installationUniform drainage offoundation; easier to setwallforms and masonry blockSmooth interior surfaceand less chance of build-upand cloggingAllows for free flow of waterEliminates need forconventional corrugatedpoly drain tile Reduces material and laborassociated with drain tileinstallationDrainage is provided forboth the inside and outsideof foundation footingBetter protection againstbasement water infiltration.Reduces risk of cracking andleaking.Complete line of lineals,couplings, 90 and 45 corners , vertical T’s & L’s,outlets, and accessory itemsCan accommodate virtuallyany foundation layoutStrong, rigid PVC construction;greater stiffnessMinimizes possibility of systemfailure due to a collapsedor crushed drainage systemNo oiling of forms requiredReduced oil cost and eliminationof oil handling and disposalLightweight lineals: 4" 7lbs, 6" 10 lbs, 8" 14 lbsReduced job site labor, lowerrisk of injury, reduced fatigueSimple leveling methodLabor savings during formset-up/installationJob site assembly withoutthe use of solvent cementor mechanical fastenersSimilar set-up time to wood,may reduce overall formset-up timeEasy to cut with hand orpower sawNo additional or specialtools required for cutting;fast installationSpacer straps available inpre-determined widthdimensionsImproved set-up time byreducing time used formeasuring, possible rebar chairConforms with EPA’s "ModelAcceptance by local codeStandards & Techniques forofficials and inspectorsRadon Control in New ResidentialBuil dings”. Form-A-Drain is thesubject of ICC Report Number 95-37.01.
piecing togethera custom SolutionForm-A-Drain lineals and fittings are manufactured inCertainTeed’s state-of-the-art molding and extrusion plants,and contain a percentage of high quality recycled material.Lineals are 12 feet long, 2-1/4" wide and available in 4", 6" and8" profiles; they weigh between 7 and 14 pounds depending onprofile . Lightweight Form-A-Drain lineals are easy to transportand work with, and can be cut to desired lengths with a handor power saw.Available fittings include couplings, 45 and 90 corners, singleand double drainage outlets, outlet adapters, and vertical 90 Land T adapters. Spacer straps come in various widths to ensureproper footing dimensions, and grade stakes are either 18" or30" in length.All lineals, fittings and accessories are made to exactCertainTeed product specifications. Fittings are designed foreasy assembly, with no need for mechanical or solvent fastening .Quality is just the beginningSince 1904, CertainTeed has been manufacturing highquality , innovative building products, including roofing,vinyl windows , vinyl and fiber cement siding, vinyl fence,deck and railing, composite decking and pipe.Our name is derived from the slogan “Quality madecertain, satisfaction guaranteed ,” and reflects anunwavering commitment to the building professionalswho rely on us. This commitment , and our many years ofexperience in product design, were applied to thechallenge of creating a better foundation footing anddrainage system — and Form-A-Drain is the result.CertainTeed CorporationP.O. Box 860Valley Forge, PA 19482Size Part #Lineals4" x 12'6" x 12'LN124LN1268" x 12'LN1284" x 12'LF1246" x 12'LF1268" x 12'LF128Filter PL8Coupling with Hole6"COUP6(molded)8"COUP890o "CN4584" x 4"OUT446" x 4"OUT468" x 4"OUT48Double Outlet6" x 4"8" x 4"DOF46DOF4845o CornerOutletVertical 90o 830"GS0304"d x 16"wSS416Vertical TAccessoriesGrade StakeSpacer StrapSnap-in Adapterwidthdepth4"d x 20"wSS4204"d x 24"wSS4244" fits allAD004Professional: 800-233-8990Consumer: 800-782-8777www.certainteed.com40-95-07C 3/2006 CertainTeed Corporation, Printed in U.S.A.Patent # 5,120,162; 5,224,799; 5,466,092; 5,474,400; OTHER US PATENTS PENDING .
Again, because Form-A-Drain stays in place after the footing is poured, it's in perfect position to perform as part of a radon reduction system. Simply add a single outlet to one of the inner Form-A-Drain lineals and connect it to dedicated vent pipe, as described in the Form-A-Drain installation guide (40-95-04).
