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What it takes to be "Thaler or Equal"
When specifications read Thaler or Equal, it is the responsibility of specifiers and building owners to determine what it means to be “Or Equal”. The following data has been presented to quickly help assess the comparative merits of “competitive” products. Thaler Relief Vent products have a number of Value Added features that should be considered when trying to equate the “Or Equal”.
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Added Features
Treaded deck flange; can be PVC coated for proper weld of PVC membrane, contact cement coated for EPDM, or bituminous painted for proper adhesion of BUR or ModBit membrane.
Material options and thicknesses; available in .064" (1.6 mm) mill finish 1100-0T Alloy aluminum, .032" (0.831 mm) 24 oz. copper or .031" (0.76 mm) 22 ga. Type 304 stainless steel.
20 year warranty; guranted against leaks and defects in materials and/or manufacture when installed in accordance with thaler "Installation Instructions".
Specially shaped vent top; hood configuration facilitates draining of any condensation via the perimeter vent holes. Note: condensed or leaking water drops can pose a threat to built-up membranes, or to ceilings.
Removable conical hood; permits inspection of vented spaces for determining plenum condition.
Venting area calculations provided; to control condensation in winter and to limit heat built-up during summer, Thaler have provided guidance with regard to the amount and location of vents thereby enhancing building durability.
Insect screen protection; ; Thaler vents employ screens with optimum mesh spacing to eliminate blocking by dust accumulation, which reduces air intake.
Protects against bitumen leakage; T-8 bitumen protection cup accessory (optional) completely eliminates problems associated with bitumen drippage, a common occurrance with many other types of vent products.
Virtually Maintenance-free; GAV models do not require any maintenance, however the vents have removable hood for checking vent space condition.
Written Installation Instructions; provided with every Thaler product.
 


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