Mine and Tunnel

Ventilation
Products
 Brattice
VentaTex® & VentaLene®
Series Fabrics

Strength in construction. Strength in

quality. Strength in experience. Brattice CONVENTIONAL WEFT-INSERTION
by ABC Industries, Inc. offers mine KNITTED SCRIM
and tunnel professionals custom line VentaTex® and VentaLene® fabrics incorporate synthetic scrims, which
curtain solutions for the most complex are produced by overstitching a non-woven web. This produces a
applications. A number of manufacturing scrim with a unique geometric pattern. The substrate is laminated
using PVC films, resulting in a strong, low-maintenance, fire-resistant
variables, including scrim or substrate,
fabric excellent for brattice and flexible ducting applications.
adhesive, and film combinations
influence the overall tear and tensile
RIPSTOP WEFT-INSERTION KNITTED SCRIM
strength and brattice weight. ABC VentaTex® and VentaLene® fabrics with RipStop feature heavier yarns
Industries’ group of sales experts will staggered sequentially in either a uni-directional or bi-directional
work with you to select the best product pattern. The result is a fabric that prevents a small snag from
developing into a major tear.
for your operating requirements.

ABC’s mine fabrics comply with all applicable United States Mine Safety
and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations and policies. Extensive
testing at ABC’s onsite laboratory gives you peace of mind that your
product will perform at specific, documented rating strengths.

WEIGHT WEIGHT SCRIM

FABRIC COLOR
(oz./yd.²) (g/m²) COUNT
9 x 9 Conventional 9 x 6 Conventional VL-695 6 204.43 9x5 Frosty Clear
VL-895 8 271.25 9x5 Frosty Clear
V-330 9 305.15 9x5 Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-335 9 305.15 9x5 Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-800 10 339.06 9x9 Frosty Clear
V-820 11 372.96 9x9 Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-840 12 406.86 9x9 Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-870 18 610.30 9x9 Yellow
V-885UD 22 745.92 9 x 9UD Yellow
9 x 5 Uni-directional 9 x 9 Uni-directional V-335UD 10 339.06 9 x 5UD Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-540RS 12 406.86 9 x 6RS Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-8440RS 13 440.77 9 x 9RS Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-365UD 16 542.49 9 x 5UD Frosty Clear
V-560RS 16 542.49 9 x 6RS Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-570RS 18 610.30 9 x 6RS Frosty Clear or Yellow
V-8740RS 18 610.30 9 x 9RS Yellow
V-8840RS 20 678.12 9 x 9RS Yellow

9 x 6 RipStop 9 x 9 RipStop

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 Fly Pads
AirStop® Series
VentaTex® 3000 & 5000 Series

AIRSTOP® SERIES WINDOW CLEAR FABRICS Trust the durability and quality
WEIGHT WEIGHT of ABC Industries’ line of fly pads
FABRIC SCRIM COUNT
(oz./yd.2) (g/m2)
AS-600 18 610.30 N/A for safe travel in underground
AS-1000 30 1,017.17 N/A
environments. Fly pads made
AS-2500 25 847.64 2x2
AS-4500 45 1,525.76 N/A with ABC’s AirStop® window
AS-4550 45 1,525.76 2x2 clear fabric and VentaTex® frosty
AS-6000 60 2,054.35 N/A
clear fabric allow vehicles to
conveniently travel in and out
VENTATEX® 3000 & 5000 SERIES of crosscuts while providing
FROSTY CLEAR FABRICS visibility and directing air flow.
WEIGHT WEIGHT
FABRIC SCRIM COUNT
(oz./yd.2) (g/m2) The heavyweight material helps
V-3110 20 678.11 9x5
ensure that the curtain will
V-3120 25 847.64 9x5
V-3150 30 1,017.17 9x5 hang straight once the vehicle has
V-5150RS 30 1,017.17 9 x 6 RipStop passed.
V-5175RS 35 1,186.70 9 x 6 RipStop
V-3205 40 1,356.23 9x5
V-5200RS 40 1,356.23 9 x 6 RipStop
V-5225RS 44 1,491.85 9 x 6 RipStop
V-5300RS 58 1,966.53 9 x 6 RipStop

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 MineVent®
Layflat Blower Ducting

Expect more from your collapsible,

layflat blower ducting by choosing
MineVent® (positive pressure)
ducting. Its 100% welded
construction eliminates air loss
and weakening associated with
conventional sewn ducting.
Several standard and custom
end finishes provide numerous
configuration possibilities for your
Molecularly bonded for positive pressure applications, MineVent® is
installation. Choose MineVent ® manufactured with ABC’s VentaTex® material. MineVent® is designed
to perform from -20° F to 180° F (-29° to 82° C) continuously in
with ABC’s RipStop substrate underground environments. MineVent® fabrics have been tested and
approved by Mine Safety and Health Administration Standards (MSHA).
technology to prevent small tears
from expanding into gaping holes. SPECIFICATIONS
Fabric 12 oz./yd.² (407 g/m²)
13 oz./yd.² (441 g/m²)
18 oz./yd.² (610 g/m²)
MineVent® Tubing Accessories
20 oz./yd.² (678 g/m²)
22 oz./yd.² (746 g/m²)
Scrim 9 x 6 RipStop, 9 x 9, 9 x 9 RipStop
Film PVC laminated to both sides of scrim
Color Yellow
Diameter 8” - 72” (200 - 1,850 mm)
Length 25’, 50’, 100’ (7.5, 15, 30.5 m)
End Finish Wire Rope Coupling (Standard)
MineVent® AutoFeed™ Tubing Cassette Aussie Coupling
Snap-Loc Coupling
Soft Cuff
Velcro® Cuff
Zipper Cuff
Holds 109 - 164 yds (100 - 150 m) of MineVent® Suspension A-3 Hooks

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 TruOval
MineVent®
Layflat Blower Ducting
(Patent Pending)

ABC industries, Inc. is proud to introduce

TruOval MineVent® , a patent pending,
oval layflat blower ducting engineered
to increase air distribution efficiency
throughout your underground ventilation
system. The unique construction features
suspension cables spaced intermittently
through the ducting to maintain its oval
shape while reducing the amount of
air flow friction. The oval configuration
maximizes headroom in confined spaces

SPECIFICATIONS and allows larger equipment to travel

18 oz./yd.² (610 g/m²) through the shaft without disrupting
Fabric 20 oz./yd.² (678 g/m²) air flow. TruOval MineVent® ventilation
22 oz./yd.² (746 g/m²)
ducting also features a series of easy-to-
Scrim 9 x 9 RipStop, 9 x 9 UD
handle accessories that require less space,
Film PVC laminated to both sides of scrim
are more cost-effective, and smoothly
Color Yellow
transfer air through bends and turns.
Length 25’, 50’, 100’ (7.5, 15, 30.5 m)
Wire Rope Coupling (Standard), Aussie TruOval MineVent’s® welded construction
End Finish Coupling, Snap-Loc Coupling, Soft Cuff, reduces air loss and weakening associated
Velcro® Cuff, Velcro®/Zipper Cuff
with conventional sewn ducting. The
Suspension A-3 Hooks, Carabiner Suspension
durable RipStop substrate prevents
small tears from expanding to major
TruOval TruOval MineVent®
holes. Molecularly bonded for positive
MineVent® Size Dimensions
pressure applications, TruOval MineVent®
for Specifying A B
is manufactured with ABC’s VentaTex®
INCHES mm INCHES mm INCHES mm
material, which is designed to perform
18” 450 24.75” 650 13.50” 350
from -20° F to 180° F (-29° to 82° C)
24” 600 33.25” 850 18.00” 450 A
B
continuously. MineVent® fabrics have been
30” 750 43.25” 1,100 22.50” 550
tested and approved by Mine Safety and
32” 800 45.00” 1,150 24.00” 600
Health Administration Standards (MSHA).
36” 900 51.25” 1,300 27.00” 700
42” 1,050 60.00” 1,500 31.50” 800
48” 1,200 66.50” 1,700 36.00” 900
54” 1,350 76.50” 1,950 40.50” 1,050 TruOval MineVent® Accessories
Round to Oval Transition
60” 1,500 85.50” 2,150 45.00” 1,150 “T”
“Y” Side View
66” 1,650 91.00” 2,300 48.00” 1,200 “L”

End View
Lateral “Y” Reducer

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 RigiDuct®
Filament-Wound
Fiberglass Ducting

The strength of RigiDuct® is derived OPTIONS

from filament-wound fiberglass rovings RigiDuct® is offered in light, standard, WireGuard,
reinforced with polyester fibers for and extended-duty weights. Anti-static RigiDuct® is also available.
added durability and resiliency. RigiDuct®
STANDARD-DUTY (SD) ROUND RIGIDUCT® SIZES
has greater strength than non-filament-
8” (200 mm) 20” (500 mm) 36” (900 mm)
wound fiberglass or PVC duct; yet, the 10” (250 mm) 22” (550 mm) 40” (1,000 mm)
tubing is as light as other plastic-made 12” (300 mm) 24” (600 mm)* 42” (1,050 mm)
ducting and much lighter and more 14” (350 mm) 26” (650 mm) 48” (1,200 mm)
durable than comparable metal ducting. 16” (400 mm) 28” (700 mm)
18” (450 mm) 30” (750 mm)
A unique feature of ABC Industries’
*NOTE: WireGuard and extended-duty round RigiDuct® are available in 24” (600 mm) diameter
RigiDuct® is the WireGuard reinforcement. and larger.
During the manufacturing process, a web
of steel wire is constructed within the STANDARD-DUTY OVAL RIGIDUCT® SIZES
fiberglass rovings to increase the tubing’s 14” (350 mm) 22” (550 mm) 36” (900 mm)
strength under high degrees of negative 16” (400 mm) 24” (600 mm) 42” (1,050 mm)
18” (450 mm) 30” (750 mm) 45” (1,150 mm)
pressure. The wire provides a lightweight,
21” (550 mm)**
economical solution for strengthening
**NOTE: Extended-duty oval RigiDuct® is available in 21” (550 mm) equivalent diameter and larger.
the ducting while providing superior
impact resistance. EQUIVALENT ROUND DIAMETERS FOR OVAL RIGIDUCT®
Tough polyester resins, coupled with Spigot End
Note: Add 1” (25 mm) to dimensions Equivalent
RigiDuct® Size
the inherent resiliency of fiberglass to determine bell end equivalents. Round Diameter
for Specifying
(I.D.)
and polyester fibers, make RigiDuct® A B

highly resistant to attack from acid INCHES mm INCHES mm INCHES mm INCHES mm

14 350 17.125 450 9.125 250 12.500 300
or alkaline conditions. UV stabilized;
16 400 19.750 500 10.875 300 15.125 400
rubberized elastic gaskets resist
18 450 22.500 550 11.125 300 16.500 400
degrading and remain pliable in cold
21 550 26.500 650 12.000 300 19.125 500
weather applications. 22 550 28.750 750 14.250 350 21.125 550
24 600 30.000 750 16.000 400 22.500 550
RigiDuct® is approved by the United
30 750 36.500 950 20.500 500 28.100 700
States Mine Safety and Health
36 900 43.000 1,100 26.000 650 34.375 850
Administration (MSHA).
42 1,050 51.000 1,300 28.000 700 39.250 1,000
45 1,150 54.000 1,350 32.500 850 43.125 1,100

B
A

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 RigiDuct®
Fittings

ABC Industries, Inc. offers a

complete line of RigiDuct® filament-
wound fiberglass tube fittings for
easy planning and installation of
your RigiDuct® ventilation system.
Available fittings include 22.5°, 30°,
45°, 60°, and 90° elbows, flexible and
“Y”** ELBOW**
smooth radius elbows, end caps,
Ts, Ys, and lateral Ys. In addition,
reducers and transition pieces are
available to link different shapes
and sizes of RigiDuct®. All transition
pieces are riveted and fiberglass
wrapped both inside and outside for
REDUCER WITH MINEDUCT®** increased durability.

ABC also manufactures extendable

face tubes that manually slide
forward to keep ducting close
to of the face. Face tubes are
slightly smaller than the tubing
line diameter.
DAMPER KIT Custom items, such as short lengths
of RigiDuct® or smooth radius
fittings, are offered for unique
applications.* Sections with mixed
couplings are available to adapt
RigiDuct® to MineDuct® exhaust
ducting or MineVent® blower ducting.
FLEXEL (FLEXIBLE ELBOW) * If a custom item is required, please
supply a sketch for quoting and
** When ordering Ts, Ys, reducers, and lateral Ys, manufacturing purposes.
be sure to indicate the bell and spigot ends.

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 MineDuct®
Wire-Reinforced Ducting

Demanding mine and tunnel

ventilation applications require
high quality, reliable ducting to
perform in extreme underground
conditions. MineDuct® wire-
reinforced ducting is made of
premium PVC fabric for both
positive and negative pressure
applications. Its durable
SPECIFICATIONS
construction and heavy-duty Fabric 13 oz./yd.² (441 g/m²)
18 oz./yd.² (610 g/m²)
wearstrip allow MineDuct to ®
Scrim 9 x 9 RipStop
withstand continuous use in the Film PVC laminated to both sides of scrim
Color Yellow
harshest environments. ABC’s
Standard Pitch 3” (7.5 cm) for Exhausting
RipStop substrate technology 6“ (15 cm) for Blowing
Wire Hard-Drawn Steel
makes maintenance quick
Inside Diameter Sewn: 8” - 48” (200 - 1,200 mm)
and easy by preventing tears Heat-Sealed: 8” - 36” (200 - 900 mm)
Length 10’, 20’ (3, 6 m)
from expanding. Wearstrip Heavy-Duty, Flame Resistant
End Finish Wire Rope Coupling (Standard)
Aussie Coupling
Snap-Loc Coupling
Soft Cuff
Velcro® Cuff
Velcro® Zipper Cuff
Suspension A-3 Hooks

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 Suspension
Options
Mine & Tunnel Ventilation

A-3 SUSPENSION FOR MINEVENT®

Double-locking A-3 suspension hooks are looped through grommets on the MineVent® suspension
seam and hang from a messenger wire. Recommended spacing is one hook every 2’ (.5 m).

A-3 VERTICAL SUSPENSION FOR MINEVENT®

ABC has specifically engineered its A-3 suspension method to accommodate vertical applications. The
ducting is constructed with two suspension seams opposed at 180°. The A-3 suspension hooks are
then attached to the vertical messenger wire or shaft wall.

S-3 SUSPENSION FOR MINEDUCT®

S-3 suspension consists of double-locking S-hooks looped underneath the steel-wire helix. This design
allows for easy installation while providing a secure connection.

S-3 VERTICAL SUSPENSION FOR MINEDUCT®

ABC has adapted its S-3 suspension method for vertical MineDuct® applications. Two rows of S-3
suspension hooks are opposed at 180˚ and wrapped under the steel-wire helix, eliminating the need
for grommets and the suspension seam.

DOUBLE SUSPENSION FOR MINEVENT® 48” (1,200 mm) OR LARGER

Designed for large diameter MineVent®, the double suspension method features twin suspension
seams for channeling airflow. Additionally, two small eyelets can be installed near each end for
condensation drainage. Please, specify the eyelets when ordering.

AIRCRAFT CABLE
For ducting over 54” in diameter, an aircraft cable is sewn or heat sealed into the suspension seam to
reinforce the suspension line. The aircraft cable can also be sold separately.

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 Couplings
For use with MineVent®
and MineDuct® products

AUSSIE COUPLING
Aussie couplings are used to lace ducting sections together at connection points. Grommets are
affixed to cuffs, and the cuffs are sewn to ducting ends. The two ducting pieces are attached by
inter-weaving poly rope through the opposing grommets. Male and female couplings are sealed
by an internal 10” (250 mm) ducting flap.

SNAP-LOC COUPLING
ABC Industries has developed a universal snap-loc coupling with evenly spaced grommets to eliminate
the left and right designations for directional fittings. The welded construction features male and
female ends that create an overlapping internal seal and prevent air loss.

SOFT CUFF
Soft cuffs are traditionally used to finish the ends of standard MineVent® and MineDuct®. The cuffs
are built by overlapping and sewing the ducting fabric to form a double-layered end that adds extra
coupling flexibility. Note: A soft cuff adds 3” (7.5 cm) of fabric to the total ducting length.

VELCRO® CUFF
Velcro® cuffs form a barrier against unwanted dust and debris at ducting connection points. The hook
and loop features 6” (15 cm) of overlap that seals the ducting’s female entry and male exit.

VELCRO®/ZIPPER CUFF
The Velcro®/Zipper cuff adds to the secure connection created by Velcro® alone by sewing one side of
a zipper assembly to the first duct at a connection point. The second cuff contains the coordinating
zipper teeth to form a secure union.

WIRE ROPE COUPLING

Wire rope couplings join ducting sections by placing one ducting section with the wire rope coupling
into another with the same coupling. This union provides a secure fit and extended service life. The
wire rope coupling may be used in conjunction with a multi-clip and is available in 6” (150 mm) or
larger sizes.

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 Clamps &
Repair Kits
For use with MineVent® and
MineDuct® products

Flat band clamps are ideal for securing ducting to a fan adaptor
or metal tubing. Features include a zinc-coated steel construction,
FLAT BAND quick-release handle, and three adjustments for varying
CLAMP thicknesses. Standard diameters range from 8” (20.5 cm) to 48”
(122 cm). Larger diameters are available upon request.

The multi-clip is used to secure two pieces of ducting together

that each use a wire rope coupling end finish. The wire rope
couplings are inserted one inside the other (dependent upon
air flow direction) and pulled back square. A 3” (7.5 cm) space
between the wire rope couplings is required for insertion of
MULTI-CLIP the multi-clip.

DUCTING DIAMETER NO. OF MULTI-CLIPS

Up to 30” (750 mm) 3-4
36”-48” (900-1,200 mm) 4-6
54”-72” (1,350-1,850 mm) 6-7

On occasion, MineVent® or MineDuct® ducting may be damaged by machinery or blasting.

For that reason, ABC offers special repair kits for quick, inexpensive repairs.

KIT INCLUDES:
ADHESIVE
PVC cement
REPAIR KIT
5 yards (4.5 m) of VentaTex® fabric

KIT INCLUDES:
SEWING-STYLE
2 – 5” (12.5 cm) curved needles
REPAIR KIT
2 - Ready-wound bobbins (thread)

The zipper repair sleeve provides an expedient means of

repairing and reinforcing high-wear areas of ABC ducting. To
ZIPPER install, the zipper sleeve is simply unzipped, wrapped around
REPAIR SLEEVE the affected area, and rezipped. The targeted area is then
secured when positive pressure is applied.

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 About ABC
The story of ABC Industries is one of product evolution and prosperity
since its humble beginnings in 1926. Industry trends and new technologies
have guided ABC along the path of innovation to provide its customers
with premium products and outstanding service. As mining, tunneling,
and underground construction
continue to evolve, ABC proactively
collaborates with industry
professionals to engineer unique,
high quality ventilation products
ABC’s current headquarters
in Winona Lake, Indiana to meet the market’s needs for
tomorrow and beyond.

What began as American Brattice

Cloth (ABC) and a single product, jute
brattice cloth, has transformed into Wefting technology is used to reinforce
many of ABC’s fabrics for the mine, tunnel,
a diverse line of ventilation products
and underground construction industries.
for a wide range of industries. Today,
ABC is one of the leading suppliers of high
quality, customized ducting solutions to many
of the largest mine, tunnel, and underground
construction operations in North America
ABC Industries’ facility in
Grand Junction, Colorado and around the world. ABC’s complete line of
MineVent® layflat blower ducting, MineDuct®
wire-reinforced exhaust ducting, RigiDuct®
filament-wound fiberglass ducting, brattice
cloth, blast curtains, fly pads, high-pressure
vane axial and high-volume, low-pressure
propeller fans, and accessories offer
underground professionals a sole-source
solution for ventilation products. RigiDuct®

HEADQUARTERS WESTERN SALES

ABC INDUSTRIES, INC. ABC INDUSTRIES, INC.
P.O. Box 77, Warsaw, IN 46581-0077 U.S.A. P.O. Box 2928, Grand Junction, CO 81502-2928 U.S.A.
800.426.0921 Toll-Free 970.242.3664 Phone
574.267.5166 Phone 970.245.6113 Fax
574.267.2045 Fax sales@abc-industries.net
sales@abc-industries.net www.abc-industries.net
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