Roof Drain Definitions
 

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Bearing Pan

See SUMP RECEIVER

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Dome

A convex strainer with sufficient free area above its base, which permits continuous roof drainage if debris collects around drain.

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Expansion Joint

Device which compensates for thermal expansion in roof or piping connected to roof drain.

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Gravel Guard (Stop)

That portion of the clamping device which restricts passage of roof gravel into drainage system.

Gutter or Cornice Roof Drain

A roof drain for installation in gutters, cornices, balconies and other overhanging construction to prevent overflow to areas below.

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Parapet Roof Drain

A roof drain for installation in parapets for conveying rainwater from a roof area through the parapet.

Promenade or Deck Drain

A roof drain for installation in roof decks subject to pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

Promenade Top

Square or round top with flat grate for roof drains when used on promenade or walking decks.

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Standard or General Purpose Roof

A roof drain for installation in any roof area excluding the parapet of the roof structure.

Sump (Drain) Receiver

A device which receives and uniformly supports roof drain, distributing weight of drain over larger area of roof.

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Underdeck Clamp

Clamp device used to secure drain to roof deck to prevent vertical movement and possible roofing or membrane breakage around drain.

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Water Dam

A solid ring attached to clamping device to maintain a specific water depth on roof or to serve as an overflow.

Weir Opening

Collar with openings designed to restrict drainage to metered amounts to prevent sewer overload.

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