Underground work doesn’t slow down because a supplier does. That’s why DBO was built differently: full control of design, production, and logistics so your duct banks show up on time, ready to install, with no guesswork in between.
RED-E-DUCT builds good product — but they run a shared precast operation. We run a dedicated duct bank system engineered for speed, precision, and field integration.
Here’s how that difference shows up on your project.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Duct Bank One (DBO) | RED-E-DUCT |
| Core Focus | 100% dedicated to duct banks | Shared production with other precast products |
| Lead Time | 4–6 weeks average | 8–12 weeks published; up to 3–6 months in backlog |
| Production Capacity | 320 sections per day (multi-line facility) | Regional plant capacity shared across product lines |
| Quality Control | Plant QC on every batch, dimensional tolerance within ⅛ in. | Batch QC per production run |
| Alignment System | 18-inch guide-pin alignment keeps hands clear while the pins do the work | Manual alignment, field-fit required within 6 inches |
| Delivery Options | Stockpiling or phased delivery to match trench progress | Batch shipment on plant schedule |
| Field Support | On-site technical startup support included | Limited or optional field guidance |
| Training | Real life training facility + on-site crew education | None listed |
| Submittal Turnaround | Stamped calcs in 10–14 days | Typically 3–4 weeks |
| Safety | 80 % fewer trench personnel, hands-free alignment | 6-inch hand-alignment inside the pinch zone |
| Sustainability | Rail-fed materials, optimized mix (≤ 25 % below NRMCA avg.) | Standard mix, trucked materials |
(Lead-time and emissions benchmarks verified through DBO production data, 2023; NRMCA EPD v3.2; AAR 2018.)
Why DBO Wins on Schedule
- Dedicated form lines mean your order never competes with other precast products.
- In-house design and reinforcement let us start fabrication as soon as submittals clear.
- 320-piece daily output gives true volume capacity when projects scale.
- Stamped calculations in 10–14 days keep engineering from stalling procurement.
RED-E-DUCT produces good work — but when their line is busy, the backlog grows. DBO’s duct-bank-only model keeps your timeline predictable, even at peak demand.
Why DBO Wins on Safety and Installation
DBO designed the guided dowel-pin joint system to eliminate the most dangerous part of installation — hands in the trench. Operators set to within 18 inches; dowels handle the rest. That one feature removes pinch points and keeps crews above grade. Crews trained through DBO’s program regularly achieve sub-5-minute sets per 10ft or 20ft section, closing trenches the same day. That’s safer work and a faster closeout — the two things every GC measures.
Why DBO Wins on Service
- Real people, not a ticket system. Our engineers and logistics leads coordinate directly with your PM.
- Startup support included. Field experts guide your first set to ensure alignment, sealing, and grade accuracy.
- Training Facility. Foremen and operators can practice full installations before the first shipment.
When questions come up, you get answers from the people who built the product — not a sales desk.
When Schedule and Safety Matter Most
If your job can’t afford a two-month lead time or another day with a trench open, there’s only one choice built for that pace.
Duct Bank One delivers:
- Safer, simpler installation.
- Unmatched capacity.
- Faster approvals.
- Verified precision.
- Proven reliability under schedule pressure.
Because underground work doesn’t need another supplier — it needs a partner who’s built for the way you build.
Request Stamped Calcs Today
Get your design review and stamped calculations in 10–14 days — start production as soon as submittals clear.
