08-19-2014, 11:22 AM
Installation of Termite Caps.
Termite caps shall be used in the case of basement with support where timber sections occur over them in the case of columns. The termite caps shall be kept at plinth level covering the whole of the section in the plinth below providing the necessary projection of 50 mm beyond the outer edge of the column on all sides and also the turnover of 50 mm width. In case of down-water pipes the termite cap shall be fitted on the pipe in the form of a ring. The projection and turn-over shall be the same as specified for termite shields in general. The bottom portion of down-water-pipe should be at least 200 mm away from wall.
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Termite caps shall be used in the case of basement with support where timber sections occur over them in the case of columns. The termite caps shall be kept at plinth level covering the whole of the section in the plinth below providing the necessary projection of 50 mm beyond the outer edge of the column on all sides and also the turnover of 50 mm width. In case of down-water pipes the termite cap shall be fitted on the pipe in the form of a ring. The projection and turn-over shall be the same as specified for termite shields in general. The bottom portion of down-water-pipe should be at least 200 mm away from wall.