SMART Ducting System V/s GI Duct With Glasswool
| DESCRIPTION | SMART PANEL DUCTING SYSTEM | GI DUCT WITH GLASSWOOL |
|---|---|---|
| Insulation | Uniform, Self Insulated. | Insulation is not uniform and needed additionally. |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.019W/m.K | 0.036 W/m.K |
| Leakage | Fabrication methodology and joinery system lead to negligible air leakage. | Higher chances of air leakage because of contraction and expansion over a period of time. |
| Energy | Electricity saving upto 20% due to minimal air leakage and better Thermal Conductivity of Insulation. | Higher electricity costs. |
| Noise | PIR Panels ensure sound proofing & acoustic performance. | Additional acoustic Insulation is required to reduce noise. |
| Water Absorption | Negligible water absorption (0.03% after immersion in water for 24 hrs). | Water absorption exists at a very higher rate. |
| Material Handling Precautions | Not Required. | Required as Glasswool causes skin irritation and affects the respiratory system. |
| Repair & Maintenance | No maintenance and very easy to repair if physical damage occurs, no need to replace the entire system, only damaged part is repaired. | Requires periodic maintenance and if damage occurs the complete section of the duct needs to be replaced. |
| Cost | Comparable | - |
| Fire Property | No fire hazards | No fire hazards. |
| Space | Less space is required as duct can be installed closer to ceiling. | More space is required for fixing Insulation & Cladding. |
| Weight | 1/6th of GI Duct. | 6 times heavier in weight. |
| Product Life | More | Less due to corrosion. |
| Appearance | Nice and appealing | Less appealing |
| Site Fabrication | Possible. Six times faster. | Possible but time consuming. |
| Corrosion | No Corrosion. | Corrosion due to humidity. |