Ross ventilation poles from VILPE for ventilation of the crawl space

Humidity which moves from the surrounding environment into underfloor spaces must be carefully removed to prevent both health hazards and structural damage. The Ross ventilation pole is an elegant choice for the ventilation of underfloor spaces, as well as for the prevention of moisture damage in ground-level floors. The Ross ventilation pole can be used as an air inlet for a basement sauna, fireplace or mechanical ventilation system, and is also suitable as a replacement or exhaust air terminal in more sophisticated systems. In addition, Ross ventilation poles can be used together with the ECo 110 radon fan to remove radon gas from subfloor spaces. Watch this video to learn how easy the installation of the Ross ventilation pole is (subtitles in English available). This product selection includes Ross ventilation poles and associated accessories. Find the right product for your needs below.
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Ross Ventilation Pole 125/135

For ventilating the crawl space of a house, thus preventing moisture damage and radon problems in ground floors

Can also be used as an inlet air pipe

Also prevents snow, trash and small animals from entering the space in the base floor

Ross Ventilation Pole 160/170

For ventilating the crawl space of a house, thus preventing moisture damage and radon problems in ground floors

Can also be used as an inlet air pipe

Also prevents snow, trash and small animals from entering the space in the base floor

Ross Ventilation Pole 200/210

For ventilating the crawl space of a house, thus preventing moisture damage and radon problems in ground floors

Can also be used as an inlet air pipe

Also prevents snow, trash and small animals from entering the space in the base floor

Ross Renovation Set 125/110

Used to renovate an old vertical pipe in an underfloor space to improve ventilation

Thanks to the cowl of the Ross ventilation pole, no harmful airlock can be created

For a better appearance, the adapter should be installed below the ground

Ross Renovation Set 160/160

Used to renovate an old vertical pipe in an underfloor space to improve ventilation

Thanks to the cowl of the Ross ventilation pole, no harmful airlock can be created

For a better appearance, the adapter should be installed below the ground

Ross Angle Pipe Ø 125/135

Angle tube for Ross Ventilation Pole 125/135

Ross Angle Pipe Ø 160/170

Angle tube for Ross Ventilation Pole 160/170

Ross Vertical Pipe Ø 125

Used to extend the Ross Ventilation Pole Ø 125

Multiple vertical pipes can be installed if necessary

Ross Vertical Pipe Ø 160

Used to extend the Ross Ventilation Pole Ø 160

Multiple vertical pipes can be installed if necessary

Ross Adaptor Ø125-110

Used to connect a standard 110 mm plastic pipe to a Ross 125 pipe

The adaptor is suitable for use with the Ross Ventilation Pole Ø 125/135 and a 110 mm standard pipe

Ross Adaptor Ø 160-160

Used to connect a standard 160 mm plastic pipe to a Ross 160 pipe

The adaptor is suitable for use with the Ross Ventilation Pole Ø 160/170 and a 160 mm standard pipe

Ross Cowl 125

Prevents snow, trash and small animals from entering the space in the base floor

Also designed to prevent the creation of a harmful airlock

Should be installed at the top of a Ø 125 mm Ross Vertical Pipe, Angle Pipe or Adaptor

Ross Cowl 160

Prevents snow, trash and small animals from entering the space in the base floor

Also designed to prevent the creation of a harmful airlock

Should be installed at the top of a Ø 160 mm Ross Vertical Pipe, Angle Pipe or Adaptor

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Ross Wall Sleeve

Should be installed inside the wall element or in cast foundations during the casting

Also suitable for block foundations

FAQ

How many VILPE Ross ventilation poles do I need for underfloor ventilation, and how large an installation opening should I have in the foundation for each ventilation pole?

It is specified in Section 3.2.1.5, part C2, of the National Building Code of Finland that the total surface area of underfloor ventilation openings must be at least 4 per mil of the surface area of the underfloor space. The Finnish Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate provides instructions for determining the ventilation needs of different underfloor space types. To determine your project’s specific ventilation needs, please contact a skilled HVAC or structural designer.

For the VILPE Ross 125 ventilation pole, an opening of at least Ø 135 mm must be provided in the foundation, and for the Ross 160 ventilation pole, an opening of at least Ø 170 mm must be provided.

Free surface area of the openings for VILPE Ross ventilation poles:

VILPE Ross 125: 95 cm²
VILPE Ross 160: 201 cm²
VILPE Ross 200: 314 cm²

VILPE Ross ventilation poles can also be used for:

Ventilation of radon gas
Providing inlet air to fireplaces
Providing supply air for mechanical or passive ventilation