PMEWMS1 MAY 2017

Buildings & Infrastructure

Storm/Surface Water Management

Middle East Edition
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Welcome to Polypipe
At Polypipe, conceiving, designing, manufacturing and delivering the most advanced products and systems is
more than just an occupation. We see it as our passion. Everything we do has always been based around a few
simple beliefs: Quality always beats quantity. Products are nothing without service and support. Sustainability
isn’t just a ‘green’ word and working with our customers is much better than simply supplying them.

Market
Leading Edge Leadership
Design Expertise

SUPPORT TRUST
Application Based Polypipe Brand
Technical Support

Breadth and Depth

of Product Systems

RANGE
Intelligent
Engineered Solutions

VALUE Substituting
Legacy Materials
Smarter Thinking
Better Solutions

Manufacturing &
Industry Logistics Scale
Authority
CAPABILITY
COMPETENCE Bespoke Product
Product Solutions
Innovation
Sustainable Products
and Practices

SUSTAINABILITY
Enabling Sustainable
Building Technology

Our products offer unrivalled choice and quality. With water management and drainage systems,
we offer the industry’s widest choice of plastic piping and geocellular solutions.
Polypipe understand the differences in culture and the challenges to landscape that come with designing, developing
and manufacturing for projects internationally. With multi-site manufacturing bases in UK, Italy, France and the Middle East,
we’re the experts in providing a comprehensive range of solutions for a wide range of market sectors in any location.

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How to use this brochure

This product guide has been designed to provide you with quick, easy access to information on our range of Polypipe
products and systems. A clear colour-coded navigation divides the guide into sections, each with its own introduction,
followed by sub-contents segments that break down products by application and function.

Contents

SECTION 1 Polypipe Middle East ADDITIONAL COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCT SYSTEMS

AVAILABLE FROM POLYPIPE
Company overview 4-5

Technical services and support 6-7 SECTION 3 Ridgidrain

Our markets 8-9 Ridgidrain 74 - 75

Water conservation & management - why? 10 Gullies 76 - 77

Water challenges 11 SECTION 4 Ridgistorm-XL

Challenging tradition 12 Ridgistorm-XL overview 78 - 79

The growing importance of SuDS 13 - 14 Ridgistorm-XL applications 80 - 81

Local Authority legislation and regulations 15 Ridgistorm-XL piping system 82 - 83

The complete picture for storm/surface water SECTION 5 Fabrications

16 - 17
management for building and infrastructure projects
Overview 84 - 85
SECTION 2 Water Management
RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow Control Chamber 86
SECTION 2a Polystorm
RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate Flow Control Chamber 87
Geocellular solutions overview 18 - 19
RIDGISTORMControl Penstock and Valve Chamber 88
Polystorm overview - Challenging tradition 20 - 21
RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes 89
Polystorm range components 22 - 25
RIDGISTORMSeparate Silt Traps 90
Polystorm datasheets 26 - 29
RIDGISTORMSeparate Catchpits 91
Design considerations 30
RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir and Baffle Chamber 92
Structural performance checks 31
RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chamber 93
An 8 step guide to a total Polystorm system 32 - 35
Downstream Defender® 94 - 95
Applications 36
First Defense® 96 - 97
Infiltration/soakaways 37
Up-Flo® Filter 98 - 99
Storage systems - detention/attenuation 38 - 39
Hydro-Brake® Optimum 100 - 101
Treatment train 40 - 41
SECTION 6 Land Drainage
Typical Polystorm installation 42 - 43
Overview 102 - 103
Polystorm case studies 44 - 47
SECTION 7 The Company
SECTION 2b Permavoid
Company overview 104 - 105
Permavoid overview - Challenging tradition 48 - 49
Innovation and research 106 - 107
Source control, dealing with water where it falls 50 - 51
Polypipe project and technical support 108 - 109
Permavoid drainage, conveyance and
52 - 53 Technical resources 110 - 111
capillary irrigation system
Enabling sustainable building technology 112
Roofs 54
Online technical resource 113
Podium Deck 55

Urban landscaping 56

Sports 57

The Permavoid system – treatment 58 - 59

Permavoid system components 60 - 61

Permavoid datasheets 62 - 71

Permavoid case studies 72 - 73

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Company overview
Polypipe designs, develops, manufactures and supplies the widest range of engineered plastic
products and systems, enabling the movement of water in sustainable urban environments.
With offices in the UK, Europe and Middle East alongside a local manufacturing facility and
our extensive experience of working with major regional municipalities, clients, consultants
and contractors, we can deliver our services quickly and efficiently to meet the challenging
needs of today’s construction industry.

Water management solutions Buildings and Infrastructure

The demand for comprehensive water management solutions At Polypipe we provide advanced solutions and unrivalled
has never been more pressing. Extreme stormwater events, technical support to help our customers meet today’s
driven by climate change are becoming more frequent. construction challenges by providing a versatile range of
We have responded to this challenge by developing product systems suitable for a wide range of applications.
intelligently engineered, holistic water management solutions. With our civil, mechanical and public health engineering
The pioneering range of products that Polypipe offers, allows expertise, we lead the way in replacing traditional materials
us to provide systems for a huge range of specialist water engineered for a variety of project types. Our range of
management solutions. These include geocellular and large solutions, include building drainage, stormwater systems,
diameter pipe systems for detention, attenuation and surface water drainage, sewerage systems, and water
infiltration/soakaway applications, surface water treatment management solutions.
products and stormwater re-use solutions. From podium
decks to stormwater tanks, the versatility of our product
range means we can give designers and installers an unrivalled
selection of solutions bespoke to the specific requirements
of each project.

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TECHNICAL
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OUR
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WATER
CONSERVATION &
MANAGEMENT

WATER
CHALLENGES

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

LEGISLATION
& REGULATIONS

THE COMPLETE
PICTURE

Contents
SECTION 1 Polypipe Middle East
Company overview 4-5

Technical services and support 6-7

Our markets 8-9

Water conservation and management - why? 10

Water challenges 11

Challenging tradition 12

The growing importance of SuDS 13 - 14

Local Authority legislation and regulations 15

The complete picture for storm/surface water

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Technical services and support

Our industry expertise and knowledgeable technical team allow
us to provide an unrivalled level of technical support for your project.

We work closely with our customers to help guide them through current regional legislation, assisting in
selecting the right product ranges to meet with an individual project’s requirements through to developing
fully engineered systems for more challenging project needs.

The calibre of our people Installation guidance

We place a huge emphasis on the knowledge and experience Providing guidance at the critical installation stage, co-ordinating
of the people we employ, offering unparalleled customer deliveries and ensuring the most cost and time efficient
service to ensure your project receives the best possible pathways to completion.
solution. Our team includes fully qualified design engineers
who offer detailed specification guidance and both fabrication Bespoke fabrication
and installation specialists. We are also members of influential
We are unique in having our own in-house fabrication unit.
bodies such as the British Plastics Federation and Construction
In the 2,600m2 facility, our skilled and highly experienced
Products Association and work closely with organisations
technicians deliver modular engineered drainage and water
such as DEFRA, CIRIA, CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building
management systems. These are provided ready-to-install,
Services Engineers), SoPHE (The Society of Public Health
maximising the benefits of pre-fabrication, for ease of
Engineers) and Construction Excellence, ensuring we are
delivery and reduced installation time on-site.
always closely involved with industry drivers.

Design Guidance and support

We are here to offer you support and guidance at every
From the outset, our Design Team bring their technical
stage of your project. We have an extensive range of literature,
expertise and experience, providing assistance with hydraulic,
including product datasheets and technical manuals available
structural and flotation calculations supported by system
on our website [Link]/middleeast or you can
CAD Designs, specification and help reduce overburden in
contact our Middle East Technical Team for a rapid response
existing networks.
to all enquiries on +971 (0)4 807 3000.

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TECHNICAL
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WATER
CONSERVATION &
MANAGEMENT
1 WATER
CHALLENGES

10 CHALLENGING
TRADITION
2
THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
PLANNING OF SUDS

Civil engineers and drainage THE GROWING

specialists on-hand to offer IMPORTANCE
LONG TERM guidance on appropriate OF SUDS
ALLOWANCES DESIGN
project solutions. LEGISLATION
Sustainable solutions Design assistance utilising & REGULATIONS
designed to provide CAD, microdrainage and
the appropriate design deformation calculations
9 life and durability. available at every stage
3 THE COMPLETE
of the project. PICTURE

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT PERFORMANCE

GUIDANCE CALCULATIONS
Full maintenance guidance
available from our water
POLYPIPE Project specific design calculations
can be provided to support our
management solutions
Technical Team. INTELLIGENT solutions and ensure effective
long-term performance.

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ENGINEERING 4

ON-SITE
GUIDANCE PRODUCT SOLUTION
Dedicated Product Utilising best engineering
Support Team on-hand 7 5 practice combined with the
to offer advice and knowledge of the latest
support on-site. legislation and standards
to specify the most
6 appropriate solution.

INSTALLATION MODULARISATION
SERVICES
Off-site manufacturing using
Detailed installation guides offer modern methods of
contractors and ground workers fabrication. A wide range of
defined parameters to help bespoke pre-fabricated
when installing our products. HEALTH & SAFETY chambers and fittings
We work with preferred supply from our in-house
and fit partners to deliver a Products are designed with Fabrications Team.
complete installation service Health and Safety in mind
if desired. and full guidance for
the safe handling and
storage of our products
is available.

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Our markets
At Polypipe, we pride ourselves on the versatility of our product range, providing systems
and solutions to the commercial, industrial, retail, infrastructure, residential and utilities market sectors.

Rail Roads and Highways

Our trackside Metro and station solutions for surface We offer a full range of surface water drainage systems,
water drainage and water management have been installed locally approved conforming to the latest standards and
in a number of important rail infrastructure projects specifications to meet the needs of highway projects.
internationally. Our products and systems are designed to Our Polystorm surface water management system is fast
ensure a quick installation to minimise construction progress to install when compared to other traditional systems,
and improve Health and Safety during handling and installation. speeding up installation to reduce construction progress.

Commercial and Public

We provide complete solutions for a range of commercial,
public, industrial and retail projects with product solutions
engineered for large commercial buildings, schools, hospitals,
car parks, shopping centres and industrial developments.
We have innovative products and systems for every project –
from below ground ventilation, sewer and drainage systems
to managing surface water, storing and reusing it as an
alternative to mains supply.

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WATER
CONSERVATION &
MANAGEMENT

WATER
CHALLENGES

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

LEGISLATION
& REGULATIONS

THE COMPLETE
PICTURE

Residential Transport Hubs

We have a range of water management solutions to We offer a range of drainage and water management
suit any size of development. Permavoid and Polystorm systems, engineered for the requirements of airports,
geocellular systems extend the choice for water ports and harbours. Whether its capturing water,
management further and can be used in conjunction storing it, reusing it, or draining it away, all of our
with soft SuDS (Sustainable urban Drainage Systems) products have been manufactured with a high degree
to enhance the biodiversity of a development and help of durability, versatility and strength – for coping with
reduce overburden on existing networks. increased traffic loading.

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Water conservation & management - why?

Water is needed in all aspects of life, the general objective is to make certain that adequate
supplies of good quality water are maintained for the entire population of this planet, preserving
the hydrological, biological and chemical functions of ecosystems, adapting human activities
within the capacity limits of nature, and combating vectors of water related diseases.
UN Earth Summit, Rio De Janeiro, 1992

Over 85% of available natural freshwater

resources are being used in agriculture but
with a shocking low efficiency rate of less
than 50% on average.

The seven litre-bottles of water equate to the amount of sea

water covering our planet.

The actual percentage The actual percentage of 35% of the world’s population will be living
of freshwater can be freshwater available for in water scarce regions by 2025.
represented by 1 x 300ml human consumption can be
can of water. represented by 1 teaspoon.

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Water challenges WATER

CONSERVATION &
MANAGEMENT
As a result of rapid urbanization along with population growth across the Middle East, stress WATER
CHALLENGES
on the region’s infrastructure has impacted significantly. The shift in climatic conditions and
CHALLENGING
the frequency and intervals of rainfall has also increased, requiring a more engineered and TRADITION
considered approach to the management of water in the built environment. At Polypipe, THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
we understand these challenges and have developed robust solutions, relative to the needs OF SUDS

of today’s construction industry. THE GROWING

IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

LEGISLATION
& REGULATIONS
REGULATIONS
LEGISLATION
TSE NETWORKS THE COMPLETE
PICTURE
IMPERVIOUS SURFACES

NETWORK STRESS DESERT GREENING

RAPID URBANISATION

TOO MUCH... CONDENSATE WASTE

LOCALISED FLOODING
TOO LITTLE
INCREASED POPULATION

DE-WATERING

NO NATURAL RESOURCE HIGH WATER TABLE GROUND WATER DEPLETION

INCREASED RAINFALL HUGE CONSUMPTION

Urbanisation
POPULATION GROWTH AND URBANISATION
POPULATION GROWTH AND URBANISATION
Consequences
NATURAL GROUND COVER IMPERVIOUS SURFACES

40% evaporation 40% evaporation 30% evaporation 30% evaporation

10% 10% 55% 55%

run-off run-off run-off run-off

25% shallow 25% shallow 10% shallow 10% shallow

infiltration infiltration infiltration infiltration

25% deep 25% deep 5% deep 5% deep

infiltration infiltration infiltration infiltration

Ground Cover
Natural Ground Cover 75%-100% Impervious Surface
75%-100% Impervious Surface

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Challenging tradition
On-site benefits
As thermoplastic pipes are inherently lighter in weight than Plastic benefits
legacy materials, they are quicker and easier to install. In
• Lower density weight than typical legacy materials,
many circumstances, a lighter plant is required to install
lowering transport and installation costs
these products, providing cost savings on-site. Further cost
• Lower modules means flexibility and reduced risk
savings are achieved as a lighter plant removes the need for
of breakage
temporary access works and prevents damage to road surfaces.
Thermoplastic pipes can be 70% cheaper to transport than • Strong and lighter in weight providing excellent

equivalent concrete pipes due to their longer lengths and Health and Safety benefits

lighter weight providing excellent health and safety benefits • Reduced construction issues due to high-integrity
when considering the storage and handling of pipes. systems
• Proven second life - 100% recyclable
Performance benefits • Non-corrosive
• Chemical resistant
Typically, concrete pipes are usually supplied in maximum
2.5m lengths. Using these longer pipes ensures fewer joints
are required along the pipeline, minimising potential leakage
points. What’s more, the thermoplastic pipes have integral
sockets, excellent jointing systems and are flexible, meaning
they are more tolerant to movement of the surrounding soil
than legacy pipes.

Environmental benefits
Thermoplastics are an integral part of sustainable developments.
Lighter and more robust than most legacy materials, they
typically weigh up to 94% less than their concrete equivalents.
Due to this lighter weight, thermoplastic pipes and fittings help
to reduce energy use and therefore greenhouse gas emissions.
Thermoplastic pipes can also be transported in greater volumes
than their concrete equivalents. Not only will a reduced number
of deliveries provide environmental benefits, but the reduction
in vehicle movements on-site also ensures that the associated
Health and Safety risks are reduced. We produce pipes and
fittings utilising recycled materials where appropriate and all
products are 100% recyclable at the end of their useful life.

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The growing importance of SuDS WATER

CONSERVATION &
MANAGEMENT
‘Making Space for Water’ is an integrated, forward-thinking strategy for managing future WATER
CHALLENGES
flood risk in the urban environment.
CHALLENGING
TRADITION
Among its many recommendations is the adoption of a ‘joined-up’ approach to drainage management
THE GROWING
in high-risk urban areas and the widespread use of Sustainable urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) to IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS
control the rate at which rainwater runs off paved areas and into sewer networks and rivers.
THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

LEGISLATION
MAKING SPACE FOR WATER
A HOLISTIC, SUSTAINABLE APPROACH TO LAND USE, WATER MANAGEMENT AND BIODIVERSITY
& REGULATIONS

THE COMPLETE
EXTREME STORM EVE PICTURE
NTS GREATER THAN 1
IN 200 YEAR REQUIR
E OVERLAND FLOOD ROUTING

5 YEAR
EVENT
1 IN

10 YEAR
EVENT
1 IN

100 YEAR

EVENT
1 IN

SOURCE CONTROL
REQUIREMENT
SITE CONTROL
SOLUTION BENEFIT REGIONAL CONTROL
REQUIREMENT SOLUTION
To effectively Pervious BENEFIT
Stormwater REQUIREMENT SOLUTION
manage pavements Effective Buried storage BENEFIT
run-off volumes Buried systems Large scale
stormwater ensure management of systems intercept Engineered
and flows from create space regional control Responsible
run-off within stormwater stormwater not water that solutions
the development for water needed to ensure amenity and a
the development permeates into dealt with at exceeds source interfacing with
are contained management appropriate flood practical source
as close to source the ground. source. Multiple control levels. wetlands and
and controlled below ground, risk management of water
as possible. Shallow benefits derived Flow control water courses
for the vast freeing up space strategy. management
geocellular from drainage systems ensure in a holistic
majority of storm above to be ensuring that
storage units systems that water discharges drainage system,
events. utilised by the even the more
collect the reduce are controlled at further enhancing
community for extreme events
stormwater and flood risk. greenfield biodiversity and
amenity and are contained
increase ground run-off rates. landscaped to greening the and managed.
storage capacity Pre-treatment improve environment.
by a multiple of systems provide biodiversity. Evapotranspiration
3 times the water quality further reduces
volume, improvements run-off volumes.
providing extra prior to discharge
capacity within to surface water
the same features.
footprint.

STORMWATER
TREATMENT
DEVICE FLOW
CONTROL

Each project has its challenges from turning a new desert development into a green urban environment, to building a
more effective infrastructure that can cope with the excess run-off generated by heavy storm events. Assessing and managing
flood risks in development, has become an important aspect of any new development, essential to analyse the flood risk
and guide the selection of appropriate flood risk management solutions.

Whether your development suffers from too much, or too little water, a SuDS (Sustainable urban Drainage Systems) planning
and engineering design approach can be integrated, to carefully address these challenges and provide an effective controlled
detention, attenuation or infiltration/soakaway system as a part of a resilient city strategy.

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The growing importance of SuDS

Government planning policy has defined the need for Sustainable urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) to ensure
that flood risk is taken into account during all stages of the planning process.

CIRIA (SuDS Manual)

The SuDS Manual provides guidance on all aspects of the design, Depending on the land use, the following typical surface
construction, operation and maintenance of SuDS. In particular, pollutants can be found in surface water run-off:
it places a real emphasis on the use of source control techniques
• Hydrocarbons and oils
and requires designers to consider pollution removal.
• Sediments
The SuDS Manual defines that a sustainable urban drainage
system should consider certain basic requirements, including: • Heavy metals

• Run-off from a developed area should be no greater than • Fertilisers and pesticides
the run-off prior to development
• Salts
• Run-off from a developed area should not result in any
• Animal waste
down-grading of downstream watercourses or habitat
• Pathogens
• Consideration should be given at the development feasibility
stage to water resource management and control in the Traditionally, pollutants are collected from impermeable
developed area surfaces into the drainage systems and treated downstream
via large, deep, in-line separators that are typically designed
• Run-off should replicate as far as possible the natural
to treat the first ‘flush’ only. Emulsified oils and hydrocarbons
response of the site to rainfall
can still be discharged downstream, the discharged oil and
Urbanisation has led to increasing negative impacts on the hydrocarbons constitutes a major pollution source and is
environment, in particular pollution. a serious threat to groundwater sources.

SuDS Principles
INTEGRATE STORMWATER
PROTECT NATURAL IMPROVE STORMWATER REDUCE RUN OFF
1 SYSTEMS
2 TREATMENT WITH URBAN 3 RUN OFF QUALITY 4 AND PEAK FLOWS
AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN

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Local authority legislation & regulations WATER

CONSERVATION &
MANAGEMENT
Rapid urbanisation, climate change, limited network capacity, or no accessible network, has led to new government/
WATER
municipality regulations and legislation across the Middle East to find an alternative approach to stormwater CHALLENGES
management and flood mitigation. This requirement is underpinned further by sustainable codes. Local Authority dictates,
CHALLENGING
whereby a more considered approach to managing water in the built environment and embraces International design TRADITION
principles. Polypipe offer a wide range of systems as part of the water management solutions, providing both deep and THE GROWING
shallow geocellular installations to mitigate issues associated with excess storm/surface water run-off. One of the key IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS
options for managing storm/surface water run-off is known as “Source Control” which minimises run-off rates and volumes
transferred from properties to local infrastructure networks. THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
The following examples demonstrate a move towards a more sustainable future. OF SUDS

LEGISLATION
& REGULATIONS

Qatar Green Dubai Emirates Green

Building Council, Building Council, THE COMPLETE
PICTURE
Qatar Dubai, UAE
The mission of the Qatar Green Building Council is in The EGBC vision is to be the prime driver in facilitating
complete alignment with the State of Qatar 2030 Vision. the nation’s rapid evolution as a global leader in reducing
Driven by this vision and the global appreciation of the the ecological footprint of the built environment.
importance of founding viable futures through sustainable To achieve this, their focus is to strengthen collaborative
development, the Qatar Green Building Council is combining efforts with industry leaders, academia, governmental
technical expertise with stakeholder engagement, education, entities and other like-minded organisations.
community relations and strategy development to make
a unique contribution to the local front of sustainable
development. QGBC aims to increase awareness and Qatar Sustainability
knowledge of green building practices and build capacity
of industry professionals through ongoing professional
Assessment System,
development and research. QGBC’s efforts to build and Qatar
engage an active membership body and network of
Qatar Sustainability Assessment System (QSAS) is a green
stakeholders to champion the Green Building movement
building certification system developed for the State
also extends to support the adoption, legislation and
of Qatar. The primary objective of Qatar Sustainability
implementation of green building practice and standards.
Assessment System (QSAS) is to create a sustainable built
environment that minimizes ecological impact while
addressing the specific regional needs and environment
of Qatar.
Abu Dhabi Estidama,
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Kuwait Green Building
The Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC) is recognized
internationally for large-scale sustainable urban planning
Council, Kuwait
and for rapid growth. Plan Abu Dhabi 2030 urban master The Kuwait Green Building Council is a non-profit
plan addresses sustainability as a core principle. Estidama, organization, the initiate started in 2009 with
which is the Arabic word for sustainability, is an initiative organizations and businesses from different industries
developed and promoted by the UPC. Estidama is the in Kuwait. These include Universities, Local Authorities,
intellectual legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Energy companies,
Al Nahyan and a manifestation of visionary governance and other leading private companies. All are united
promoting thoughtful and responsible development. in one common goal to provide leadership and advice
The leadership of Abu Dhabi are progressing the principles to accelerate the rate of change in Kuwait to a
and imperatives for sustainable development, through sustainable environment.
Estidama, while recognizing that the unique cultural,
climatic and economic development needs of the region
require a more localized definition of sustainability.

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The complete picture for storm/surface

water management for building and
infrastructure projects

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Permavoid Polystorm Polystorm Extra Ridgistorm-XL

A sub-base replacement A geocellular system used A geocellular system used to An engineered, large
geocellular water for detention, attenuation provide detention, attenuation, diameter pipe solution
management system for and infiltration/soakaway infiltration/soakaway at a variety for surface water, foul
use at shallower depths. at deeper depths. of depths and can accommodate water and combined
a wide range of traffic loadings, sewer applications.
from pedestrianised to large
HGV parks.

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RIDGISTORMCheck RIDGISTORMSeparate RIDGISTORMControl RIDGISTORMAccess

Chambers A range of upstream catchpits Chambers Manholes
Flow control chambers and silt traps to separate silt A range of pre-fabricated Pre-fabricated manholes
available with pre-fabricated and other particles before chambers with flow to provide easy access
Vortex Flow Controllers entering a drainage system control components such into a pipeline.
and Orifice Plates. or the environment. as Gate Valves, Flap Valves
and Penstocks.
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Our complete and comprehensive systems enable a one-stop approach to surface water
management, treatment, attenuation and infiltration/soakaway to sewerage systems, WATER
CONSERVATION &
our range takes into account the complete picture. MANAGEMENT

WATER
CHALLENGES

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

4 LEGISLATION
& REGULATIONS

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Ridgidrain Polysewer Ridgisewer

A high strength HDPE A PVCu sewer pipe A highly durable and
surface water drainage system available in sizes versatile polypropylene
piping system, used for 150-300mm. sewer pipe system,
surface and sub-surface available in sizes
drainage applications. 400-600mm.

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for further information on our wider
product range.
Downstream Defender® Landcoil
Advanced vortex A land drainage system
separator used to treat for the management
stormwater run-off. of excess land water.

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Geocellular solutions overview

We have the largest range of geocellular products and systems in the market, allowing you to select
the optimum solution for surface water management and pollution control. With a choice of systems
for shallow or deep excavations, Permavoid and Polystorm can match your exact site specifications
and requirements.

Permavoid for shallow applications

Permavoid is a geocellular replacement system, which has been
specifically designed and tested to provide stormwater treatment,
detention, attenuation or infiltration at shallower depths.
For more information, see page 48.

Polystorm for deep applications

The tried and tested Polystorm range is designed to provide detention,
attenuation or infiltration/soakaway at a variety of depths. It is ideally
suited for deeper applications and can accommodate a wide range of
traffic loadings, from pedestrianised to heavy traffic areas.
For more information, see page 20.
Polystorm installation

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SOLUTIONS
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POLYSTORM
OVERVIEW
CHALLENGING
TRADITION

[Link]/middleeast POLYSTORM
RANGE
COMPONENTS

POLYSTORM
DATASHEETS

DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

Contents
APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
SECTION 2 Water Management solutions ATTENUATION/
DETENTION
Geocellular solutions overview 18 - 19
TREATMENT
Polystorm overview - Challenging tradition 20 - 21 TRAIN

Polystorm range components 22 - 25

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
Polystorm datasheets 26 - 29 INSTALLATION

Design considerations 30
POLYSTORM
Structural performance checks 31 CASE STUDIES

An 8 step guide to a total Polystorm system 32 - 35 PERMAVOID

OVERVIEW
Applications 36
CHALLENGING
TRADITION
Infiltration/soakaways 37
SOURCE CONTROL -
Storage systems - Attenuation/Detention 38 - 39 DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
Treatment train 40 - 41 FALLS

Typical Polystorm Installation 42 - 43

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
Polystorm case studies 44 - 47 CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
Permavoid overview - Challenging tradition 48 - 49 IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
Source control - dealing with water where it falls 50 - 51
ROOFS
Permavoid drainage, conveyance and PODIUM DECK
52 - 53
capillary irrigation system
URBAN
Roofs 54 LANDSCAPING
SPORTS
Podium Deck 55
THE PERMAVOID
Urban landscaping 56 SYSTEM -
TREATMENT
Sports 57
PERMAVOID
Permavoid installation The Permavoid system - treatment 58 - 59 SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
Permavoid system components 60 - 61
PERMAVOID
Permavoid datasheets 62 - 71 DATASHEETS

Permavoid case studies 72 - 73

PERMAVOID
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Polystorm geocellular system

for deep applications
The tried and tested Polystorm geocellular range is designed to provide surface water retention,
surface water attenuation or surface water infiltration as a soakway solution at a variety of depths.
It is ideally suited to deeper applications and can accommodate a wide range of traffic loadings,
from pedestrianised areas to large HGV parks.

Manufactured from virgin polymer, to guarantee known structural

performance in hotter climates, Polystorm modular cells combine in an
interlocking raft to provide water storage structures to help with localised
flood alleviation and surface water management. Each cell has a 95%
void ratio and provides a highly efficient, SuDS compliant water detention,
attenuation or infiltration/soakaway solution.
See page 23 for Polystorm system key benefits.

95% void Manufactured Approved by 3rd party Complies

ratio from virgin regional accredited with latest
polypropylene municipalities 40°C long-term Middle East
creep testing specifications

Making space for water

At Polypipe, we believe in less to do more. Our Polystorm systems have 95% void ratio,
allowing more water storage requiring less space.

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Challenging tradition DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Plastics are among the most researched materials in the world and rapid technological and CHECKS

manufacturing developments made in recent years have allowed for continuous innovation.
AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
Plastics are lighter and more robust than traditional In comparison to traditional materials, such as concrete, SYSTEM
materials - less to do more. They help reduce energy plastics can be recycled, require no quarrying activities
usage and therefore greenhouse gas emissions because and reduce carbon footprint from transportation. APPLICATIONS
they are light in weight in production, transport and use. Polypipe’s Polystorm system offers numerous benefits INFILTRATION/
in comparison to legacy materials. SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
TECHNICAL COMPARISON ATTENUATION/
DETENTION
Polystorm Arched
Open swail Pond Gravel Concrete Pipe storage
geocellular chamber TREATMENT
TRAIN
Limited by
Highly versatile Versatile, but Limited
product design
Versatility - by depth Versatile Versatile limited by Versatile by product
and footprint TYPICAL
or shape footprint design
requirement POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
Unknown Unknown
50 year Typically Subject to Subject to
Design Life (but potentially (but potentially
design life 100 year Versatile material material
limited by limited by
DESIGN

(refer CIRIA) design life used used POLYSTORM

liners) liners) CASE STUDIES
System
replacement.
PERMAVOID
Storage volume Maintainable Maintainable Maintainable
Maintenance Minimal Medium Medium OVERVIEW
likely to via access via access via access
deteriorate CHALLENGING
over time TRADITION
Yes (with Partial (stone
Accessibility Yes Yes No Yes Yes
PSM4 access) inaccessible) SOURCE CONTROL -
Structural Yes (depth
DEALING WITH
Yes No No Partially Yes Yes WATER WHERE IT
performance limitations)
FALLS
100% Limited by
PERFORMANCE

100%
Void ratio 95% 100% 100% 40% (but larger gravel surround
(less columns)
footprint) (at 40% void) PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
3rd party Subject to Subject to Subject to CONVEYANCE
Yes No No No
accreditation material Used material Used material Used & CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
Chemical Highly Subject to Subject to Subject to Prone to Material Subject to
SYSTEM
resistance resistant design design aggregate used sulphur attack dependent material used
Manufacturer
Yes No No No No Assumed Assumed ROOFS
support
PODIUM DECK
Large restricted Large restricted
Large
Installed Optimal amenity amenity
Large Optimal Restricted (due to URBAN
footprint (small) (unusable (unusable
excavation) LANDSCAPING
ground) ground)
INSTALLATION

SPORTS
Assembly/
Easy Medium Medium Easy Difficult Medium Medium
constructability
THE PERMAVOID
Slow due to SYSTEM -
Speed of supportive TREATMENT
Fast Medium Medium Fast Slow Medium
Installation site works
(excavations) PERMAVOID
Material Material SYSTEM
Weight Light in weight N/A N/A Heavy Heavy COMPONENTS
dependent dependent

High (due to
large footprint PERMAVOID
Total Installed Medium (due
COMMERCIAL

Medium Low Low High High - excavation/ DATASHEETS

Cost (m³) to excavation)
product/
aggregate)

Truck/ Subject to quarry Wet or Truck/ Truck/ PERMAVOID

Transportation N/A N/A CASE STUDIES
container location pre-cast container container

Useable amenity Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Polystorm range components

The Polystorm geocellular range is manufactured from virgin polymer and is designed to provide
detention, attenuation or infiltration/soakaway at a variety of depths. It is the system of choice
for high frequency urban areas accommodating a wide range of traffic and non-trafficked loadings.

Clip
For connecting cells
together horizontally Polystorm
modular cell

Shear connector
For connecting cells
together vertically

Pipe
connection
location

Polystorm modular cells are joined together with clips and shear connectors to provide water storage structures.
Each cell has a 95% void ratio to provide a highly efficient, SuDS compliant water detention, attenuation or infiltration/
soakaway solutions for projects that have high-sustainability targets.

Polystorm systems

Polystorm Polystorm Xtra Polystorm Access Polystorm Inspect

Trafficked areas Heavy trafficked, deep Vertical maintenance Lateral maintenance
or reduced cover areas and inspection and inspection

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DATASHEETS

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CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

Polystorm system key benefits AN 8 STEP

GUIDE TO A TOTAL
• Manufactured from virgin polymer POLYSTORM
SYSTEM
• 95% void ratio providing greater water storage
capacity and reduced excavation costs
APPLICATIONS
• BBA approved for the Middle East
INFILTRATION/
• Modular units allow flexibility of shape, making SOAKAWAYS

it ideal for shallow excavation systems, narrow

strips or for use in restricted areas STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
• Light in weight yet robust, affording excellent DETENTION
Health and Safety and installation benefits
TREATMENT
• Unique rounded corners make it easy to handle
TRAIN
and reduce likelihood of punctures to membranes
• The range can be designed for non-trafficked, TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
trafficked or heavily trafficked applications
INSTALLATION
• Suitable for detention, attenuation and infiltration/
soakaway systems POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES
• In excess of 50 year design life
• Polystorm modular cells are manufactured from PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW
polypropylene
CHALLENGING
• Polystorm Access is manufactured from MDPE TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

ROOFS
PODIUM DECK

URBAN
LANDSCAPING
95% void ratio SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Polystorm range components continued

Clip Connectors

Shear Connectors

Permafilter Geotextile for infiltration/ Geomembrane for detention

soakaway and attenuation
Product code: PV23002 An impermeable membrane for wrapping around geocellular
structures to form watertight tanks. This is then wrapped in a
This geotextile has been specifically designed to remove
geotextile which protects the geomembrane during installation.
hydrocarbon pollution, treating the captured water
before infiltrating it into the ground for treatment and
infiltration/soakaway.

Polystorm S hear Connectors Polystorm Xtra Brick Bond Connectors

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DATASHEETS

DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
Polystorm cell with FALLS

Drainage Flange PERMAVOID

Connection DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

ROOFS
PODIUM DECK

Clips URBAN
LANDSCAPING
SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Polystorm Product code: PSM1

Polystorm is a modular geocellular structural cell, manufactured from virgin polymer, built to
form a load bearing tank for use in a stormwater drainage system. Polystorm has a 40 tonnes/m²
compressive strength and is ideally suited for detention, attenuation or infiltration/soakaway under
trafficked or loaded areas such as car parks and housing & commercial developments. To ensure
Polystorm can withstand the extreme elevated temperatures within the Middle East as well as,
new GCC municipality requirements, the cells are rigorously tested at 40°C.

Polystorm PSM1 key benefits

• Compressive strength of 40 tonnes
• Ideal for detention, attenuation or infiltration/
soakaway applications with a suitable geomembrane
or geotextile
• Designed for trafficked and loaded conditions
• BBA approved
• Visual and maintenance access can be achieved
when used in conjunction with Polystorm Access
and Polystorm Inspect
Element Value
• Can be used as part of a value engineered hybrid
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OVERVIEW
system with Polystorm Xtra
Product code PSM1*
• Integrated inlet and outlet
Length 1m
Width 0.5m • 3D flow throughout the structure
Depth 0.4m • 95% void ratio
Total volume 0.2m3
• 50 years creep limited life expectancy
Unit weight 9kg
Unit storage volume 0.19m3 (190 litres)
Void ratio 95%
Vertical compressive strength Maximum 440kN/m2**
Lateral compressive strength Maximum 63kN/m2**
Short-term vertical deflection 83kN/m2 per mm
Short-term lateral deflection 4.2kN/m2 per mm
Maximum burial depths:
Light trafficked 3.7m***
Non-trafficked 3.8m***

*Each unit includes 4 Clips and 2 Shear Connectors.

**Compressive strength at yield, maximum recommended
value for design purposes.
***Based on ground conditions being dense sand and grave
with no groundwater present, using the calculation methodology
detailed within CIRIA C680 (2008). Where ground conditions differ,
please consult our water management solutions
Technical Department on +971 (0) 4 807 3000.

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DATASHEETS

Polystorm Xtra Product code: PSM3 DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Designed for use in deeper excavation depths, heavily trafficked applications and where areas of CHECKS

reduced cover are required, Polystorm Xtra has a compressive strength of 83 tonnes/m2, making
AN 8 STEP
it suitable for use in very heavily trafficked areas including lorry parks and industrial access roads. GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

Polystorm Xtra PSM3 APPLICATIONS

INFILTRATION/
Key Benefits SOAKAWAYS

• Compressive strength of 80 tonnes STORAGE SYSTEMS

ATTENUATION/
• Ideal for detention, attenuation or DETENTION
infiltration/soakaway applications/schemes
with a suitable geomembrane or geotextile TREATMENT
TRAIN
• Designed for heavy trafficked conditions
which require shallow excavations or deep
TYPICAL
burial depths POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
Element Value • Can be used as part of a value engineered
hybrid system in non-loaded and light traffic
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OVERVIEW POLYSTORM
applications with Polystorm CASE STUDIES
Product code PSM3*
Length 1m • Installed with blue lid facing down for
increased strength PERMAVOID
Width 0.5m
OVERVIEW
Depth 0.21m • Undergone testing in accordance to
CHALLENGING
Total volume 0.105m3 BBA certification TRADITION
Unit weight 6kg
• Integrated inlet and outlet
Unit storage volume 0.0986m3 (98 litres) SOURCE CONTROL -
• 3D flow throughout the structure DEALING WITH
Void ratio 94%
WATER WHERE IT
Vertical compressive strength Maximum 834kN/m2** • 94% void ratio FALLS
Lateral compressive strength Maximum 93kN/m2**
Short-term vertical deflection 97.8kN/m2 per mm PERMAVOID
Short-term lateral deflection 7.1kN/m2 per mm DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
Maximum burial depths: & CAPILLARY
Heavy trafficked 4.8m*** IRRIGATION
Light trafficked 5.3m*** SYSTEM
Non-trafficked 5.45m***
ROOFS

*Each unit includes 4 Clips and 2 Shear Connectors. PODIUM DECK

**Compressive strength at yield, maximum recommended
value for design purposes. URBAN
***Based on ground conditions being dense sand and gravel LANDSCAPING
with no groundwater present, using the calculation methodology
SPORTS
detailed within CIRIA C680 (2008). Where ground conditions
differ, please consult our water management solutions Technical
Department on +971 (0) 4 807 3000. THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

For a full list of all datasheets, PERMAVOID

SYSTEM
please visit our website at COMPONENTS

[Link]/ PERMAVOID
downloads/installation-guides DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Polystorm Access Product codes: see Polystorm Access

System chart below
Polystorm Access provides a 1m x 0.5m shaft within a Polystorm geocellular structure to enable
surface access for remote camera inspection and maintenance activities, such as flushing and rodding.

The system consists of a 500mm diameter shaft which extends from surface
level to the top of a Polystorm structure, at which point a turret provides an
interface between the shaft and the inspection chamber within the Polystorm
structure. At the bottom of the chamber, a base unit interlocks with the
surrounding layer of Polystorm cells whilst supporting the geomembrane.
A 350mm reduced access shaft cap is provided to comply with inspection
chamber regulations. Polystorm Access is suitable for use with Polystorm and
Polystorm Xtra and may be combined with Polystorm Inspect for full length
remote inspection and maintenance.

Please note: The Polystorm Access turret and base

Polystorm Access key benefits assembly are black. They are shown blue for
illustration purposes.
• Meets minimum 450mm width requirement for inspection chamber
access, with 350mm reduced access where regulations dictate
Polystorm Access
• Integrated solution; can be used with Polystorm Inspect Reduced Access
Shaft Cap
to monitor internal volume of geocellular structure
• Base unit provides smooth transition between Polystorm Ø 500mm
Polystorm
Inspect units Access Shaft
• Multiple inspection configurations can be achieved when
used in conjunction with Polystorm Inspect
Ø 500mm
• Manufactured from polyethylene for light weight, Ridgidrain Seal
ease of handling and high strength
Polystorm
• Sustainability: All components 100% recyclable after use Access Turret

POLYSTORM
ACCESS SYSTEM
Polystorm Access
Which depth Base Connector
of shaft is Polystorm Access
required? Base Unit
POLYSTORM POLYSTORM POLYSTORM
POLYSTORM ACCESS ACCESS SHAFT ACCESS REDUCED
ACCESS TURRET BASE ASSEMBLY ACCESS CAP
1.5 metre length
QTY: 1 QTY: 1 (ordered separately) QTY: 1
PSMA-T PSMA-B2* QTY: 1 PSMA-R
RD500X1.5PE/1 Polystorm Access
Base Jointer

KEY
POLYSTORM
Customer specified component Is the depth
ACCESS SHAFT
parts of Polystorm Access
3 metre length of the shaft
Included component parts of (ordered separately) <1.2m from
For our full Polystorm Access
Polystorm Access
the surface?
QTY: 1
RD500X3PE/1
*PSMA-B2 includes:
Polystorm Access Base Unit Qty: 2
datasheet and installation guide,
Base Jointer Qty: 2
Base Connector Qty: 2
POLYSTORM
ACCESS SHAFT
POLYSTORM please visit our website
ACCESS SHAFT
Seal Qty: 2 6 metre length
(ordered separately)
SLIP COUPLER
QTY: 1
[Link]/
QTY: 1
RD500X6PE/1
(optional)
CRD500/1
downloads/installation-guides
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DATASHEETS

Polystorm Inspect Product code: PSM4 DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
The Polystorm Inspect cell is complementary to the Polystorm range of modular cell solutions. CHECKS

Its primary purpose is to provide a tunnel along the length of a fully installed Polystorm
AN 8 STEP
structure to enable access for inspection and maintenance. GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM
Polystorm Inspect is a high strength, thermoplastic cell,
which evenly distributes its load through the Polystorm APPLICATIONS
structure. The tunnel end is left open by default but the INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS
unit can be closed off if required by clipping into place the
moulded end plate. For purposes of identification, the cell
features a yellow centre section and end plate. STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
Polystorm Inspect key benefits TRAIN

• Creates a horizontal tunnel running through

TYPICAL
the middle of the tank to provide access POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
for inspection and maintenance, i.e. jetting
Unit type Polystorm Inspect*
and rodding
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OVERVIEW POLYSTORM
• Can be used with Polystorm CASE STUDIES
Product code PSM4
• Tunnel can be used as a flow inlet track achieving
greater stormwater flow distribution within Length 1m PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW
the unit Width 0.5m
CHALLENGING
• Large access tunnel (height 320mm and Depth 0.4m TRADITION
width 172mm nominal) – allows maximum Total volume 0.2m3
field of vision while maintaining the system’s SOURCE CONTROL -
Unit weight 11.6kg* DEALING WITH
structural performance WATER WHERE IT
Cube storage volume 0.188m3 (188 litres)
FALLS
• High strength to weight ratio
Volumetric void ratio 94%
• Light weight cell allows easier handling and
Vertical compressive PERMAVOID
reduced Health and Safety risk Minimum 440kN/m2 DRAINAGE,
strength at yield
CONVEYANCE
• Utilises the same Shear Connectors and Clips Lateral compressive & CAPILLARY
Minimum 63kN/m2
as the Polystorm range strength at yield IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
• The tunnel restricts the dissipation of silt in Minimum 70.1kN/m2
Short-term vertical deflection
per mm
to the overall structure making inspection and ROOFS
Estimated long term vertical
maintenance easier 0.6113Ln (design life in hrs) PODIUM DECK
deflection (creep)
• Cells with 225mm or 300mm inlets are available
Note: The table above is applicable to PSM4 without the end plate. URBAN
(PSM4CRD225 or PSM4CRD300) *Approximate weight. LANDSCAPING
SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
For our full Polystorm Inspect SYSTEM -
TREATMENT
datasheet, please visit our website
PERMAVOID
[Link]/ SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
downloads/installation-guides
PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Design considerations
When designing our wide range of water management systems, we consider numerous factors
including, performance, safety and load-bearing capabilities – allowing us to meet and surpass
relevant local/international standards and regulations.

Polystorm

Polystorm Xtra

LANDSCAPING

40 TONNES
Minimum Cover Permavoid
0.5m DEEP INSTALLATION

CAR PARK

SHALLOW INSTALLATION

40 TONNES 80 TONNES 140 TONNES

Minimum Cover Minimum Cover Minimum Cover
0.6m 1m 50mm

Laboratory testing Partial factors of safety

• Ultimate compressive strength at yield • On material properties
• Deflection parameters • On loads
• Creep • Follow BPF and CIRIA guidance
• Third party accreditations

Applied loads
Analysis
• Distributed • Earth pressure
• Failure
• Concentrated • Construction traffic
• Deflection (movement under load)
• Traffic • Cranes
• Creep
• Backfill • Uplift
• Flotation
• Stockpiles
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DATASHEETS

Structural performance checks DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Minimum cover depth required CHECKS
• Dictated by the expected surcharge loading
System design AN 8 STEP
Maximum allowable burial depth GUIDE TO A TOTAL
1 Structural analysis POLYSTORM
• Vertical pressure SYSTEM
• Dead loads e.g. backfill material
2 Applied loads/live loads/dead loads
• Live loads e.g. vehicle loads APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
• Hydrostatic loads SOAKAWAYS
3 Burial depths
Lateral earth pressures
STORAGE SYSTEMS
• Dictated by ground conditions ATTENUATION/
4 Geotechnical report
DETENTION
Floatation – Special site considerations
• Slopes/embankments adjacent to tank 5 Compressive strength TREATMENT
TRAIN
• Accidental loadings
Surface deflections 6 Factors of safety TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
Serviceability limit state INSTALLATION
Ultimate limit state 7 Floatation analysis
POLYSTORM
ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH CIRIA C680 CASE STUDIES
8 Tank sizing based on rainfall analysis
PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW
PRESSURE
9 Zero discharge
CHALLENGING
TRADITION
DETAILED MANFOLD AND MANHOL
Vertical Pressure
10 Access & maintenance SOURCE CONTROL -
(Fill material and traffic loads)
DEALING WITH
Polystorm
WATER WHERE
Vent
IT
ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH CIRIA C680 FALLS

Lateral
Earth PERMAVOID
Impermeable
Pressure
DRAINAGE,
Geomembrane

CONVEYANCE
Catchpit Chamber Ridgidrain & CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
Access Maintenance Pipe Connectivity Manifold arrangement
ROOFS
PODIUM DECK
Polystorm

Ridgidrain 45° Bend

URBAN
LANDSCAPING
SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

Catchpit Chamber Ridgidrain Impermeable

PERMAVOID
Geomembrane

SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES
Refer to the Polystorm Technical Manual for future design guidance

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An 8 step guide to a total Polystorm system

7B
6B/C
2A
7A 3 5

2B 1

1 Select modular cell

Polystorm Product code: PSM1

Trafficked
The Polystorm cell, made of virgin material, has a 44 tonnes per square metre compressive
strength and is ideally suited for trafficked and loaded areas at greater depths.
See page 26

Polystorm Xtra Product code: PSM3

Heavy trafficked, deep or reduced cover
Designed for use in deeper burial depths for heavily trafficked applications, Polystorm Xtra has
a compressive strength of 83 tonnes per square metre, making it suitable for use in very heavily
trafficked areas, deep applications and where reduced cover is required.
See page 27

Connection accessories

• Shear Connectors • Clips • Brick Bond Connectors

Product code: PSMSC Product code: Product code: PSMBBSC
PSMCLIP

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DATASHEETS

DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/

6A 8A
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS

4 ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

8B TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
2 Select access if maintenance and inspection is required CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID

2A Polystorm Access (see page 28 for product codes) OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
Polystorm Access provides a 1m x 0.5m vertical shaft within a Polystorm geocellular TRADITION
structure to enable surface access for remote camera inspection and maintenance
activities such as flushing and rodding. The system consists of a 500mm diameter SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
shaft which extends from surface level to the top of a Polystorm structure, at which WATER WHERE IT
point a turret provides an interface between the shaft and the inspection chamber FALLS

within the Polystorm structure.

PERMAVOID

2B Polystorm Inspect – Product code: PSM4

DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
The Polystorm Inspect cell is complementary to the Polystorm range of modular IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
cell solutions. Its primary purpose is to provide a tunnel along the length of a fully
installed Polystorm structure to enable access for inspection and maintenance.
ROOFS
Polystorm Inspect is a high strength thermoplastic cell which evenly distributes its PODIUM DECK
load through the Polystorm structure. The tunnel end is left open by default but
the unit can be closed off if required by clipping into place the moulded end plate. URBAN
LANDSCAPING
For purposes of identification the cell features a yellow centre section and end plate.
SPORTS
See page 29
THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

3 Select if treatment is required PERMAVOID

SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

Permavoid Medium Duty with Biomat – Product code: PSM1BM PERMAVOID

Comprising of a high strength, low density, oil treating geosynthetic floating mat DATASHEETS

for use with the Polystorm range of modular geocellular units. For multi-stage oil
interception the Permavoid Medium Duty with Biomat can be used in conjunction PERMAVOID
with Permachannel (linear treatment) or a pre-fabricated RIDGISTORMSeparate CASE STUDIES

Weir and Baffle Chamber (point treatment).

See page 68
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8 step guide continued...

4 Select wrap

Geomembrane for detention & attenuation

An impermeable membrane for wrapping around geocellular structures to form watertight
tanks. This is then wrapped in a geotextile which protects the geomembrane during installation.
See page 66

Permafilter Geotextile for infiltration/soakaway Product code: PV23002

This geotextile has been specifically designed to remove hydrocarbon pollution, treating
the captured water before infiltrating it into the ground for treatment and infiltration/soakaway.
See page 65

Permatex 300 for infiltration or protection Product code: PV23006

A non-woven protective geotextile that can be used for infiltration/soakaway solutions
or to wrap a geocellular tank before a geomembrane is installed for added protection.
See page 69

5 Flange Connections
A flange adaptor is attached at both the inlet and outlet points to allow water to enter
and exit the tank.
5a. 
Polystorm cells with Flange Connections to Ridgidrain drainage pipes:
PSMCRD225 (225mm), PSMCRD300 (300mm), PSMCRD375 (375mm)
5b. Polystorm Inspect cells with Flange Connections to Ridgidrain
drainage pipes: PSM4CRD225 (225mm), PSMCRD300 (300mm)
5c. 
Flange Adaptor to EN1401: PSMFA110 (110mm), PSMFA160 (160mm)
Flange Adaptor Polystorm cell 5d. Flange Adaptor to Ridgidrain: PSMFA150 (150mm),
to EN1401 with Drainage PSMFA225 (225mm), PSMFA300 (300mm), PSMFA375 (375mm),
Flange Connection PSMFA450 (450mm), PSMFA600 (600mm)

6 Venting
Every attenuation tank requires at least one vent to maximise hydraulic performance, reduce
stress on encapsulating geomembranes and avoid stagnant water. This can be done by installing
either a Vent Cowl or a connection pipe to vent air directly into an upstream chamber.

6A Vent Cowl 6B BS EN1401-1 pipe 6C 150mm

To vent air Ridgidrain pipe
Vent Cowl Ventilation box
above ground. For ventilation into
the upstream chamber.

UG430
PSMFA110 110mm Ø
110mm Ø BS EN 1401-1 pipe
BS EN 1401-1 Geomembrane sealed
Flange Adaptor to Flange Adaptor

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7 Associated upstream products

 DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
7A Ridgidrain CHECKS

Ridgidrain can be utilised within a Polystorm system by allowing captured

surface water to enter the attenuation or infiltration/soakaway tank. AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
See page 74 & 75 POLYSTORM
SYSTEM
7B RIDGISTORMSeparate Chambers
RIDGISTORMSeparate Chambers are self-cleaning and prevent the ingress of debris, silt, organic and even other
APPLICATIONS
particles into the Polystorm structure, extending its useful life. INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

Silt Traps Catchpits Weir and Baffle Chambers STORAGE SYSTEMS

Small diameter (320-460mm) Larger diameter (450-3000mm) & Filter Chambers ATTENUATION/
DETENTION
Silt traps are available from Catchpits are available from the In addition to silt traps and catchpits,
the RIDGISTORMSeparate RIDGISTORMSeparate range. we also offer RIDGISTORMSeparate
TREATMENT
Silt Traps range. See page 91 Weir and Baffle Chambers and TRAIN
See page 90 RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chambers
with additional treatment features. TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
See page 92 & 93 INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,

8 Associated downstream products CONVEYANCE

& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

8A RIDGISTORMCheck 8B Ridgidrain
ROOFS
A choice of Vortex or Orifice Ridgidrain can be utilised to PODIUM DECK
Plate Flow Control Chambers drain away stored water from
for precise control of site a Polystorm attenuation tank. URBAN
LANDSCAPING
discharge rates. See page 74 & 75 SPORTS
See page 86 & 87
THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
RIDGISTORMControl TREATMENT

Pre-fabricated structured wall

PERMAVOID
chambers which feature ‘in-line’ SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
system components such as
penstocks, gate valves or flap
PERMAVOID
valves to control system flows DATASHEETS
and facilitate maintenance.
See page 88
PERMAVOID
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Applications
Rapid urbanisation has led to a huge increase in residential and commercial developments in the
Middle East. This has created large, impervious surfaces which, in turn, contribute to a greater surface
run-off during storm events. This puts the existing stormwater infrastructure under pressure.

This is where Sustainable urban Drainage Systems

(SuDS) solutions such as detention, soakaway
and attenuation systems come in - and this is
where Polypipe leads the way. Integrated water
strategies helps us address the many challenges
facing projects throughout the region in order
to minimise environmental impact.

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Infiltration/soakaways DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
The Middle East’s ground conditions present a unique set of challenges for the efficient CHECKS
INFILTRATION / SOAKAWAY
operation and maintenance of water management systems. Compared to traditional legacy
AN 8 STEP
materials, our soakaway solutions are economical, reliable and durable. GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

Permeable CAPTURE
APPLICATIONS
Paving (source control)
Infiltration INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS
PODIUM DECK/ROOF
PERMAVOID
STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
Permavoid
DETENTION
On Demand
Passive Irrigation
TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

COLLECTION/ POLYSTORM
PRE-FILTRATION INFILTRATION TANK CASE STUDIES
ACCESS
PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW
Polystorm
Access System CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
Advanced Polystorm Polystorm Void Infiltration Permeable DRAINAGE,
Silt Trap Inspect Geotextile CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

They offer controlled, sustainable ways of infiltrating stormwater run-off back into the ground, ROOFS
PODIUM DECK
helping alleviate localised flooding whilst avoiding contamination of ground water.
URBAN
LANDSCAPING
Infiltration/soakaway SPORTS

Components that facilitate the infiltration/soakaway of water THE PERMAVOID

into the ground often include temporary storage zones to SYSTEM -
TREATMENT
accommodate run-off volumes before it is slowly released to
the soil. It uses the natural infiltration/soakaway properties of PERMAVOID
subsoil to reintroduce water into the environment at a rate and SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
volume that will not saturate or flood the surrounding land.

Versatile solutions PERMAVOID

DATASHEETS

Polypipe soakaway products and systems are versatile, adaptable

and designed to cope with a variety of applications, from large PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES
commercial developments to schools, landscaped and residential
areas. They’re tried, tested, proven and intelligently engineered.

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Storage systems - detention

Polypipe’s unrivalled expertise in detention solutions comes from years of experience, the development
of Polystorm and its use for modular water management systems.

Permeable CAPTURE
Paving (source control)
Infiltration

PODIUM DECK/ROOF
PERMAVOID

Permavoid

On Demand
Capillary Irrigation

CONTROLLED
DISCHARGE
PRE-FILTRATION STORAGE/COLLECTION OF STORMWATER

ACCESS

Polystorm Impermeable
Access System waterproof membrane

Ridgidrain Controlled
Discharge

Supplied by:
TM Basic Polystorm Polystorm Void Permeable Permeable Catchpit Hydrobrake
Silt Trap Inspect Geotextile Geotextile Chamber Flow Control*

Rapid urbanisation has led to a huge increase in residential and commercial developments in the Middle East.
This has created large, impervious surfaces which, in turn, contribute to a greater surface run-off during storm
events. This puts the existing stormwater infrastructure under pressure.

This is where Sustainable urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) such

as detention systems come in. And this is where Polypipe leads
the way. We are experts in integrated water strategies that
address the many challenges facing projects throughout the
region in order to minimise environmental degradation.

Detention
Detention is the technique of holding stormwater on-site
then discharging as required, in a controlled flowrate, into the
existing stormwater infrastructure. Polystorm detention systems
can be easily designed to accommodate the peak flows and
incorporate a flow control device at the discharge point.

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Storage systems - attenuation DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Polypipe’s unrivalled expertise in attenuation solutions comes from years of experience, CHECKS
STORAGE SYSTEMS (ATTENUATION/DETENTION)
the development of Polystorm and its use for modular water management systems.
AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

Permeable CAPTURE APPLICATIONS

Paving (source control)
Infiltration INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS
PODIUM DECK/ROOF
PERMAVOID

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
Permavoid
DETENTION
On Demand
Capillary Irrigation

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
OVERFLOW
STORAGE/ SOAKAWAY
POLYSTORM
PRE-FILTRATION COLLECTION TANK (if required)
CASE STUDIES
ACCESS

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW
Polystorm
Impermeable Polystorm CHALLENGING
Access System
Waterproof Membrane
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

Advanced Polystorm Polystorm Pump Void Permeable Permeable Infiltration Geotextile

PERMAVOID
Silt Trap Inspect Geotextile Geotextile DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

There is a growing and urgent need throughout the Middle East to address the problem of the
ROOFS
regions huge water consumption enhanced by rapid urbanisation and population growth. PODIUM DECK

Given the lack of natural water reserves, governments are URBAN

LANDSCAPING
now taking action through legislation and regulation, to
SPORTS
encourage more efficient use of this precious commodity
by collecting surface water at source for irrigation systems. THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
Estidama, GSAS/QSAS, Dubai Green Building Regulations TREATMENT
all refer to this design approach.
PERMAVOID

Attenuation SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

Attenuation is the technique of storing surface water

PERMAVOID
run-off on-site, in sustainable, robust geocellular cells, DATASHEETS
then re-using as required. Such systems can easily be
tailored to fit a variety of applications. They’re not just a
PERMAVOID
sustainable on-site irrigation solution, they can also help CASE STUDIES
minimise the water needed for soft landscaped areas.

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POLYPIPE TREATMEN
Treatment train
Ground conditions vary widely throughout the Middle East. Our modern products and systems
are designed to handle extreme and challenging ground conditions – from very dry to high water
tables – present in the region.

STORMWATER
TRANSPORTING TREATMENT MANHOLE
STORMWATER STAGE 1 ACCESS

Polystorm
Access System

Ridgigully

Ridgidrain Silt Trap Polystorm Polystorm

Inspect
*COMPONENTS Downstream
MANUFACTURED BY Defender*
TM

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NT TRAIN COMPONENTS

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DATASHEETS

DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

CONTROLLED STORMWATER
PERMAVOID
STORMWATER DISCHARGE OF TREATMENT OVERVIEW
STORAGE STORMWATER STAGE 2 CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

ROOFS
PODIUM DECK

Controlled
URBAN
Discharge LANDSCAPING
SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

PERMAVOID
Void Permeable Permeable Hydrobrake Flow Control* Ridgidrain SYSTEM
Geotextile Geotextile COMPONENTS

Impermeable PERMAVOID
Waterproof Membrane DATASHEETS
Hydro Up-Flo Filter*

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Typical Polystorm Installation -

soakaway/infiltration

1 On-site storage (UV protection) 2 Excavation, base preparation and geotextile fabric

3 Install light in weight units one at a time 4 Always begin installation from corner to ensure
correct alignment

5 Product can be identified by plate and packaging sticker 6 Lock polystorm units together utilising supplied shear
connectors and 'U' clips

7 Construction sequence (continue until tank is complete) 8 Typical speed of installation 400m3/day (team of 12)

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DATASHEETS

DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

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GUIDE TO A TOTAL
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SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

9 300 GSM geotextile should encapsulate tank 10 Geotextile 'star cut' should be made for pipe
TREATMENT
(minimum 300mm overlap) connections and vent pipes TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION
11 Care should be taken when backfilling with 12 All types of backfill material should be evenly
aggregates (type as per design) compacted around complete tank SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

ROOFS
PODIUM DECK

13 Continue backfilling on top of completed tank 14 Continue backfill compaction with clean URBAN
LANDSCAPING
(refer to design for minimum depth) excavated material
SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

15 Softscape – completed tank installation 16 Hardscape – completed tank installation

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Case study – Kent College, Dubai, UAE

Whilst initial site plans

included the specification
of a traditional concrete
soakaway tank, the client
opted for a Polystorm
tank to provide necessary
stormwater soakaway on-site.

Dubai residents have another first class education option for Visiting Polypipe’s state-of-the-art Technical Centre
their children with the introduction of the brand-new Kent
also presented the opportunity for Ted Jacobs’ staff
College. The ultra-modern campus, which also boasts a sister
school in Canterbury (UK), will offer a British education to to appreciate the benefits of utilising Polystorm,
children aged 3-18, while being grounded with local values Polypipe’s internationally recognised engineered
and customs.
stormwater geocellular solution.
As part of this ambitious project, the appointed MEP
Contractor, Power Point Electrical and Mechanical Works Choosing a Polystorm geocellular solution versus the traditional
called on Polypipe to assist with a suitable drainage solution, alternative meant that the College would benefit from a
having successfully used the company’s drainage solutions on soakaway solution to sit beneath the grounds of the campus.
previous projects. The 95% void fill ratio of Polystorm means that any storm event
can be adequately captured within the system, with stormwater
Ted Jacobs Engineering, the chosen MEP Consultant,
discharged in a controlled manner into the surrounding area.
originally opted for a Push-Fit drainage system for the
school. After visiting Polypipe’s Technical Centre, the The significant time and cost savings offered using the
consultant recognised the benefits that the Terrain Solvent Polystorm system, combined with a local manufacturing base in
Weld system could offer. the UAE ensured that materials were readily available resulting
in Polypipe supplying a 157m3 tank to the Main Contractor
Thanks to its unique joint integrity, Ted Jacobs opted
Chicago Maintenance & Construction Co LLC for the project and
or Terrain Solvent Weld to manage the school’s soil and
provide technical support throughout the installation process.
waste drainage.

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Case study – Jebel Ali Hills Development, Dubai, UAE DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

Polypipe worked closely with international PERMAVOID

DRAINAGE,
infrastructure consultants, Parsons to CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
design and determine a suitable stormwater IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
management strategy, given the lack of
ROOFS
local drainage networks and need to
PODIUM DECK
address rainfall events.
URBAN
LANDSCAPING
This substantial new development by Meraas is located
SPORTS
close to the new Dubai Theme Parks, south of Jebel Ali.
Polystorm geocellular solutions were specified due to their THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
third-party accredited structural capability in a challenging TREATMENT
environment, where long term performance and durability
were critical for such a prestigious development. PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Case study – Northgate Mall, Doha, Qatar

The $290m North Gate Shopping Mall project

in Doha, on Al Shamal North Road, provides
an exceptional, international standard
mixed-use project offering a unique point
of difference in Qatar.

Following detailed consideration, Polystorm Geocellular

Stormwater Solutions were proposed by Habtoor Leighton
Group as an alternative to traditional concrete tanks to
form part of the developments’ stormwater management
strategy. Polystorm provided substantial cost savings,
installation speed and durability relative to the local
environment and ground conditions in Doha. This was
successfully installed in a fraction of the time when
compared to conventional methods.

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Case study – Etihad Museum, Dubai, UAE DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

Dubai is home to a new Etihad Museum, PERMAVOID

DRAINAGE,
telling the story of the union between the CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
seven Emirates after the treaty was signed IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
in 1971.
ROOFS
Working with Al Shafar Group and MEP Consultants PODIUM DECK
CH2M Hill, Polystorm Geocellular Systems was specified
and installed on this futuristic new development. URBAN
LANDSCAPING
SPORTS
Polystorm geocellular tanks were designed to manage
large discharge requirements during storm events, THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
utilised to detain and control the water during peak
TREATMENT
flows. Polystorm was specifically manufactured to meet
the regions' extreme environment, whilst also achieving PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
demanding structural requirements to ensure maximum COMPONENTS
design life.
PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Permavoid overview
Permavoid is a shallow geocellular water conservation system aimed at managing surface water at source,
as close to where it falls as possible. Its high strength and integrity allows it to be designed into pavement
structures, and means it is ideal for use in projects requiring shallow soakaway, attenuation or detention such
as in contaminated ground and in areas with high water tables. When combined with other parts of the
Permavoid range, the complete system allows for superior management and improvement of water quality.

Shallower attenuation, detention or soakaway structures are often necessary in the Middle East because the
ground at greater depths can present construction challenges. This could be the presence of chemicals or
contamination left over from previous land use, underground watercourses or – more commonly in this region –
an unusually high water table. A shallow approach is preferable because it does not rely on expensive pumping
equipment and also has a reduced environmental impact due to the reduced excavation and work that needs
to take place on-site.

Applications
The Permavoid system is designed to be used in place of It can be incorporated into a wide variety of applications
traditional aggregate providing a unique, high strength, such as roof gardens, podium decks, urban landscaping
consistent structural raft with all the benefits of a high and sports pitches.
void ratio modular geocellular structure.

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DATASHEETS

Challenging tradition DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Permavoid saves on construction costs, maintenance, labour, water and energy consumption CHECKS

and replanting, compared to traditional installation methods.

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM
Permavoid solution with integrated capillary irrigation

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
*Designed in POLYSTORM
accordance with INSTALLATION
CIRIA SuDS Manual

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

Traditional approach
PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

*For illustrative
purposes only ROOFS
PODIUM DECK

URBAN
LANDSCAPING
Key Benefits - Permavoid Solution SPORTS

• Landscape drainage mainly confined within • Storm/surface water protection devices THE PERMAVOID
the landscaped zone (e.g. silt traps/ interceptors) can form part SYSTEM -
TREATMENT
• Basement high-level mechanical services zone of the Permavoid installation
with reduced SSL to soffit height • Mechanical irrigation can be reduced by utilising the PERMAVOID
passive irrigation potential of the Permavoid solution SYSTEM
• Local Authority requirement for stormwater
COMPONENTS
attenuation is used in the Permavoid installations. reducing water consumption
RCC tanks, pumps and mechanical plant/equipment • Significantly reduced access and maintenance
PERMAVOID
are therefore not required reducing from landscape drainage DATASHEETS
structural/sub-structure considerations • Overflow/discharge pipework from the Permavoid
• Storm/surface water discharge to the external system are totally flexible as to their locations
PERMAVOID
Authority drainage network is controlled/attenuated • Additional usable / sellable space (parking etc.) CASE STUDIES
through the Permavoid installations and provides use
• Compliance with regional Authority
for passive irrigation
sustainability initiatives
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Source Control, dealing with

water where it falls
Permavoid applications

Green Roof

Flood
Mitigation
Podium
Deck

Car Parks
Sub Basement
Car Park

SuDS Principles

1 Protect natural systems 2 Integrate stormwater 3 Improve stormwater 4 Reduce run-off and
treatment with urban run-off quality peak flows
and landscape design

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The capture of stormwater at source and subsequent control of surface water run-off is
DESIGN
integral to the SuDS philosophy. This minimises changes in the volume and rate of surface CONSIDERATIONS

water run-off from pre-development to post-development. STRUCTURAL

PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
Capillary WATER WHERE IT
Irrigation FALLS

PERMAVOID
Equestrian Sports DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

Sustainable drainage ROOFS

PODIUM DECK

Sustainable stormwater design treats

URBAN
rainfall run-off as a valuable resource! LANDSCAPING
Infiltration and flow-through planters are SPORTS
contained landscape areas designed to
THE PERMAVOID
capture and retain stormwater run-off. SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

Traditional drainage PERMAVOID

SYSTEM
The conventional approach to COMPONENTS
stormwater management is treating
rainfall as a waste rather than a resource. PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
CASE STUDIES

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Permavoid drainage, conveyance

and capillary irrigation system
Podium Deck/Green Roof/Blue Roof/Landscaping

Softscapes

Evaporation

Irrigation

Storage and
conveyance

Capillary action Sources of water Water levels

Also known as ‘wicking’, capillary action is the ability of • Stormwater from higher • Fully controlled through
water to naturally flow through narrow spaces without roof areas flexible positioning of outlet
the assistance of external forces. Through combining • Treated Sewerage Effluent (TSE) • Minimum depth: 10mm
the use of capillary fibre cylinders, Permatex capillary
• Air conditioning condensate • Maximum depth: 75mm
geotextile and a soil depth between 10 and 100cm,
soil moisture levels are determined by the capillary • Treated grey water • Air layer must be maintained

rise relative to the particle size distribution and organic • Surface water run-off to encourage aerobic conditions

matter content of the soil (more organic content = • Wash down

higher capillary rise). Capillary irrigation activates only
• Tap water (as a last resort),
when the plants are evaporating water and is a 100%
if required
‘on-demand’ natural irrigation system, requiring no
energy for pumping or conveyance and eliminates
water losses due to surface evaporation.
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DATASHEETS
Polypipe capillary irrigation technology can make a
little water go a long way, using geocellular structures DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
and patented geotextiles to release stored water by
STRUCTURAL
a process known as 'capillary action', or 'wicking'. PERFORMANCE
This allows moisture controlled sub surface irrigation CHECKS

of soft landscapes and green areas, utilising multiple

sources of water. AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
Key benefits INFILTRATION/
Hardscapes SOAKAWAYS
Permeable surfaces can be used if permitted Sustainable city
• Better green space using less water STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
• Healthier, stronger plants & vegetation
DETENTION
• Reduced sewer/network loads (reduced water
and energy consumption) TREATMENT
TRAIN
• Stormwater run-off management
• Water is seen as a gift instead of a nuisance TYPICAL
Catchment • Reduction of the urban heat island effect: plants
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
reflect incoming sunlight back into the atmosphere
and provide active evaporative cooling POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES
• Change roofs into beautiful natural areas, increasing
biodiversity and positively effecting people’s health
PERMAVOID
• Region moves from a desert to a sustainable, liveable OVERVIEW

Drainage city through means of cyclic water management CHALLENGING

TRADITION
Construction
• Provides load bearing, shallow solution SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
• Reduced building heat influx WATER WHERE IT
FALLS
• No slab penetrations or underslung pipework
• No pipework falls required PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
• Flexible inlet/outlet positioning CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
• Can be used with permeable surfaces IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
• Fully controlled discharge
• Possibility to cascade water across varying roof levels ROOFS
to ground level PODIUM DECK

• Requires no space for in-building or in-ground water

URBAN
storage tanks or technical installations such as pumps LANDSCAPING
Overflow Key • Easy to construct without installation of conventional
SPORTS
• To determine water storage irrigation lines, drip lines, valves and bubblers THE PERMAVOID
level (preferably cascade to CAPILLARY GEOTEXTILE
or sprinklers SYSTEM -
green area on lower levels) TREATMENT
WATERPROOF MEMBRANE Challenging tradition
• Flexible outlet positioning PERMAVOID
• Permavoid saves on construction costs, maintenance, SYSTEM
(side or under-side discharge)
PROTECTIVE GEOTEXTILE labour, water & energy consumption and replanting, COMPONENTS
• Careful planning can achieve compared to traditional installation methods
zero discharge PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

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Roofs
The Permavoid system provides an effective water storage and flow control solution
for impermeable and permeable surfaces such as roofs.

The SuDS manual, CIRIA Report C697/C573, provides best practice guidance on all aspects of the design, construction,
operation and maintenance of SuDS. In particular, it places emphasis on the use of source control techniques.

The capture of stormwater at source and subsequent control • A natural usable space providing amenity
of surface water run-off is integral to the SuDS philosophy.
• Reducing urban air temperatures and mitigating
This minimises changes in the volume and rate of surface
the heat island effect
water run-off from pre-development to post-development.
Incorporating SuDS reduces flood risk and environmental Brown roofs
damage. SuDS source control schemes can also be used to: Brown roofs, also known as biodiverse roofs, are similar
• Use stormwater as a resource to green roofs except they incorporate locally sourced materials
to form the natural growing medium, usually locally sourced
• Treat surface water run-off to reduce pollution
aggregate and soils. The roofs are allowed to self-colonise with
• Enhance amenity and bio-diversity
plants or can be seeded with native species to increase their
Our rainwater interception system can be used within biodiversity potential.
the following roof applications:
Blue roofs
Green roofs A blue roof is specifically designed to store water, intercepting
A green roof is one that is partially or completely covered rainwater at source and reducing peak flows using flow control
with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a outlets. Blue roofs can be open water surfaces, storage within
waterproofing membrane and incorporating drainage and a porous media or beneath a surface within a proprietary
irrigation systems. Green roofs slow the rate of rainfall to modular geocellular system. Stored water is treated (where
the drainage system and can store and attenuate water. required) and re-used for the irrigation of green/brown roofs,
The benefits created by a green roof, apart from helping amenity/recreation and biodiversity. It can also be re-used
with a stormwater management system, include: internally for laundry, car washing and toilet flushing. Blue
• Providing insulation roofs are an effective solution for making space for water in

• Creating a habitat for wildlife urban sustainable drainage schemes.

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Podium Deck DESIGN

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STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Our Permavoid Podium Deck attenuation water management system provides an ideal first CHECKS

stage source control (capturing water as close to where it falls) that can be easily integrated
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into an overall Sustainable urban Drainage System (SuDS) strategy. GUIDE TO A TOTAL
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Podium Deck key benefits APPLICATIONS

INFILTRATION/
• Multi functional - acts as a combined SOAKAWAYS
drainage and attenuation system
• Reducing run-off and flood risk STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
• Maximises space - increases deck area DETENTION

and eliminates the need for pipe work

to the underside of the deck TREATMENT
TRAIN
• Load bearing system - strong enough
to carry traffic loads TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
• 95% void ratio - collects and retains INSTALLATION
almost three times more water than
aggregate sub-base POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES
• Quick and easy to install - reduced
time, labor and materials on-site
PERMAVOID
• 100% recyclable OVERVIEW

• High water capacity, restricted CHALLENGING

TRADITION
drains needed
• Low flow rates due to special SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
shape inside WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
This can significantly enhance the sustainability of a project by allowing stormwater or condensate CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
waste to be harvested on the Podium Deck area to be used for the passive irrigation of green areas IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
or toilet and urinal flushing without the need for pumping.
ROOFS

Used beneath permeable paving instead of an aggregate The Permavoid Podium Deck system addresses a number PODIUM DECK

sub-base, it reduces the need for surface drains and of the technical challenges presented by the need for
URBAN
channels and for falls in the deck surface, allowing stormwater drainage on decks and roofs that are beyond LANDSCAPING
developers to utilise more of the deck area for parking, the capabilities of traditional gravel and geocomposite SPORTS
green roofing or leisure facilities. It consists of light layers. The water storage capacity afforded by the system
THE PERMAVOID
weight, modular cells that can be interlocked to create means that there is no need for drainage outlets to be SYSTEM -
a load supporting structural raft across the entire podium taken through the deck, water can be taken to the edge TREATMENT

deck area, while providing integral drainage and water of the slab where rainwater down pipe connections
PERMAVOID
harvesting. The system has high compressive strength are easy to make. In addition, the Permavoid layer is SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
and bending resistance with a proprietary jointing system. designed to have sufficient hydraulic capacity to facilitate
Podium Decks can include multi-purpose roofs (hard and lateral drainage over very large areas without the need
PERMAVOID
soft scapes), green roofs and sub-basement car parks that for constructed falls within the deck. The units are strong DATASHEETS
have been landscaped. As these types of deck increase in enough to allow emergency vehicle access without the
size and use, the requirement to achieving efficient water need for deep granular layers, thus reducing the weight
PERMAVOID
management becomes more difficult. of the deck construction.
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Urban landscaping
The introduction of SuDS in urban areas allows landscape architects and engineers to design
multi-functional urban spaces.

As space becomes even more limited in the urban environment we need to look to more
sustainable ways of managing the flow of stormwater.

The Permavoid system can help enhance natural features in roads and highways can provide substantial benefits to the built
built-up areas. As it provides excellent source control at shallow environment. Water management features can be prime design
depths, the system can not only manage, but also treat water elements in road and highway drainage. Incorporated into a
from high stormwater volumes. It also creates a structural new development or retrofitted into an overall SuDS scheme,
platform on which green areas can be cultivated, irrigated and Permavoid can enhance the natural environment by providing
oxygenated. The management of surface water run-off from improved attenuation and treatment at source.

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Sports DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Permavoid Modular Cells are ideal for combined subsurface drainage and irrigation storage. CHECKS

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GUIDE TO A TOTAL
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SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
Due to the specialist nature of such CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
systems, please contact Polypipe to IRRIGATION
discuss specific applications and SYSTEM

requirements to assist in achieving ROOFS

a high-performance solution. PODIUM DECK

URBAN
LANDSCAPING
SPORTS

Working in conjunction with some of the worlds leading experts and designers in sports surfaces, THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
Polypipe manufacture specialist sports drainage and irrigation systems to meet the needs of today’s TREATMENT

demanding sporting bodies and events. PERMAVOID

SYSTEM
Permavoid from Polypipe provides a unique approach to pitch design, recognising the challenges faced COMPONENTS

by architects, clubs and owners to ensure the playing surface stands up to the rigours of different uses.
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The Permavoid system – treatment

Permavoid is an engineered, geocellular water management system that meets the demands of current
legislation and guidance for source control and surface water treatment. The system comprises of high-strength
recycled polypropylene modular cells, connected together using tapered ties to create a consistent structural
raft of exceptional high compressive and tensile strength, ideal for sub-base replacement.

Why a shallower application?

Shallower attenuation or infiltration structures
are often necessary because the ground at greater
depths presents a construction challenge, of one
kind or another. This could be due to the presence
of chemicals or contamination left over from
previous land use, a high water table or hard
rock areas.

Some drainage engineers prefer a shallower

approach because it does not rely on expensive
pumping equipment. Shallower methods also
reduce environmental impact because they
require less excavation and fewer trips to
transport infill and rubble to and from the site.
They are also much more versatile and cost-
effective than deeper solutions, as no trench
supports are required and the need for expensive,
heavy plant, usually required during installation,
is eliminated.

Within impervious pavements

Within impervious pavements, Permavoid can be installed
as a replacement for granular sub-base to enhance the attenuation
capacity, due to the high void ratio of the Permavoid modular cell.
Permachannel and Permaceptors are used to capture water from
hardstanding areas. They treat surface water run-off and transfer
the flow into the adjoining Permavoid layer.

The water treatment efficiency of the system is enhanced

with the addition of Permavoid Biomats. These have a floating
oil treatment geotextile which prevents any excess oils and
hydrocarbons entering the storage system.

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INFILTRATION/
The Permavoid system key benefits SOAKAWAYS

• Designed and tested for detention, attenuation or

infiltration at shallower depths STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
• Provides effective source control DETENTION
• Can be installed above a high water table
• Allows water to be spread across a wide area TREATMENT
TRAIN
• Ideal for brownfield or contaminated sites
• Provides treatment to remove silt and hydrocarbon TYPICAL
deposits POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
• Removes the requirement for pumping stations
• Oil interception at source – no need for petrol interceptors
POLYSTORM
• Can be used in combination with the full range of CASE STUDIES
Polystorm geocellular solutions for deeper applications
• Interlocking raft for rigidity and a high compressive PERMAVOID
and tensile strength under load OVERVIEW

• Suitable for use beneath porous and non-porous surfaces CHALLENGING

TRADITION
• Reduction in excavation depth and cost
• No need for trench supports or plant to deliver and SOURCE CONTROL -
remove trench support panels DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
• Can be used in conjunction with soft SuDS to help FALLS
‘make space for water’

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
Within pervious pavements IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

As Permavoid can be installed as a replacement for granular

ROOFS
sub-base; the attenuation capacity of pervious pavements
PODIUM DECK
can be significantly increased due to the high void ratio of the
Permavoid modular cell and the thickness of traditional granular URBAN
layers may be reduced in many instances. The water treatment LANDSCAPING
SPORTS
efficiency of the pavement can also be significantly enhanced
by the introduction of Permafilter oil treatment geotextile at THE PERMAVOID
formation level to prevent any excess oils and hydrocarbons from SYSTEM -
TREATMENT
passing through the storage system. This is also relevant where
pavements are designed as infiltration features. PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

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Permavoid system components

The Permavoid system comprises of:

Permavoid (85 & 150) Permavoid 2 (85) Permachannel

Product codes: PVPP85 & PVPP150 Product code: PVPP85V Product code: PV03001
Geocellular sub-base replacement Geocellular sub-base replacement A linear treatment system that
system that locks together to form an system that locks together to form an combines run-off collection, silt
interlocking raft of exceptional high interlocking raft of exceptional high & effluent interception and
compressive and tensile strength. compressive and tensile strength. water treatment functions.
See page 62 See page 62 See page 63

Permavoid Biomat Permafilter Geotextile Geomembrane

Product code: PV150BM Product code: PV23002 An impermeable membrane for

High strength geocellular unit A non-woven, dimpled, needle – wrapping around Permavoid

containing a low density, oil treating, punched geotextile designed for structures to form watertight tanks.

geosynthetic floating mat. hydrocarbon pollution treatment. See page 66

See page 64 See page 65

Our Technical Manual and datasheets

Permaties for the Permavoid system components
Product code: PVCLIP can be found on our website
Fully interlocking tapered tie connections [Link]/
to securely link Permavoid cells together
horizontally in a single structure and to
downloads/installation-guides
transfer tensile loads.
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INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
Permavoid Medium Shear Connector Permavoid Connectors ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

Duty with Biomat Product code: PVSC A range of Spigot and Saddle
Connectors allowing piped connection TREATMENT
Product code: PSM1BM Securely links multiple layers of TRAIN
Permavoid together in a single structure. to the Permavoid structure.
Comprising of a low density, oil
See page 67 See page 70 TYPICAL
treating geosynthetic floating mat
POLYSTORM
for use with the Polystorm range of INSTALLATION
modular geocellular units.
See page 68 POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
Permavoid Permatex Permavoid Orifice Plate Flow CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
Capillary Geotextile Permatex 300 Control Chambers IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
Product code: PV23008 Product code: PV23006 A pre-fabricated orifice plate
ROOFS
A heavy-duty, non-woven, needle A heavy duty, non-woven, flow control unit, incorporating a
PODIUM DECK
punched geotextile made from UV polypropylene, geotextile designed removable filter to protect the orifice.

stabilised polypropylene. It is specifically to protect and separate Permavoid See page 87 URBAN
LANDSCAPING
formulated to absorb water to irrigate geocellular layers.
SPORTS
mineral substrates when used in See page 69
conjunction with Permavoid Capillary THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
Cone units.
TREATMENT
See page 69
PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
For full range of Permavoid COMPONENTS

components, please contact

PERMAVOID
our technical team of experts: DATASHEETS

+971 (0) 4 807 3000

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Permavoid 85 & 150

Product codes: PVPP85, PVPP150 & PVPP85V
Permavoid is a geocellular interlocking system designed for shallow groundwater storage or infiltration,
to be used in place of traditional aggregate sub-base. The system has an exceptionally high compressive
and tensile strength and bending resistance, with a proprietary jointing system to create a consistent
structural raft within the pavement that is ideal for the shallow attenuation of surface water.

Permavoid 85 & 150 key benefits

• High strength, high capacity and shallow
sub-base replacement system
Permavoid 85 Permavoid 150 Permavoid 2 85 • Stormwater attenuation and/or infiltration system
• Used as part of a SuDS scheme to offer stormwater
Element 85mm 150mm 85mm
storage at shallow construction depths
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
• Units are manufactured from 90% recycled
Weight per unit 2.25kg 3kg 2.5kg
polypropylene (PP)
Weight per square metre 9kg 12kg 6kg
• 100% recyclable
Length 708mm 708mm 708mm
Width 354mm 354mm 708mm
Depth 85mm 150mm 85mm

SHORT TERM COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH

Applications
Vertical 715kN/m²
The Permavoid units are suitable for use as a stormwater
Lateral 156kN/m²
attenuation and/or infiltration system. The system comprises of
SHORT TERM DEFLECTION
single, interconnected cells which can be installed in the ground
Vertical 1mm per 126kN/m²
as part of sub-base formation. Permavoid is suitable for use in
Lateral 1mm per 15kN/m²
a range of applications including residential, industrial estates,
TENSILE STRENGTH
car parks, sports pitches, roofs, basements, pedestrian areas
Of a single joint 42.4kN/m²
and rainwater harvesting.
Of a single joint at (1% secant modulus) 18.8kN/m²
Bending resistance of unit 0.71kN/m Performance
Bending resistance of single joint 0.16kN/m
The structural load bearing capacity of the Permavoid units
Volumetric void ratio 92% have been tested in accordance with the following European
Average effective perforated surface area 52% Standard: BS 7533-13:2009. The system’s structural design life
OTHER PROPERTIES expectancy, based upon creep test data (tested in accordance
Intrinsic permeability (k) 1.0 x 10-5 with CIRIA guidelines) is as follows; for lightly loaded areas
Permavoid Permatie such as car parks, a design life of 50 years is achievable. For areas
Ancillary
Permavoid Shear Connector with prolonged HGV loading, a typical design life may only be
Material Polypropylene (PP) 25 years, depending on the design of the pavement surfacing
and structural layers over the tank.

Hydraulic Performance Installation standard

3 units wide, 1 unit deep (1.06m x 0.15m) All calculations for Permavoid units are based upon site-specific
FREE DISCHARGE load cases, pavement construction types and thicknesses, soil
Gradient % 0 1 2 3 4 5 cover and ground conditions; the suitability must therefore be
approved for each project.
Flow Rate 85mm l/m/s 4 6 7 - - -

Flow Rate 150mm l/m/s 8 13 15 17 19 21

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Permachannel Product code: PVO3001 DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
The Permachannel functions as a combined run-off collection, silt/oil interceptor and CHECKS

treatment system. The system is designed to be ideally laid with zero gradient to prevent
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the development of lateral velocities, stilling sheet run-off from each sub-catchment GUIDE TO A TOTAL
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and encouraging silt deposition within each channel. The outlets discharge from the side SYSTEM

of the channel via a weir and baffle component, which separates oils and prevents the
APPLICATIONS
effluent and silt from progressing beyond the channel into the rest of the drainage system. INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
Permachannel key benefits DETENTION

• Gravity separation of oils and silts at source TREATMENT

TRAIN
• Trapped effluent naturally treated by
aerobic digestion
TYPICAL
• Can enhance water quality and eliminate the POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
need for end of line petrol/oil interceptors
• The system complies with the regulations of POLYSTORM
the treatment train criteria in a SuDS scheme CASE STUDIES
Applications
as defined in PPG3
Permachannel is used for stormwater collection, PERMAVOID
• 100% recyclable OVERVIEW
interception and the treatment of associated
CHALLENGING
pollutants. The system comprises of single or multiple
TRADITION
interconnected channels appropriately located to
collect surface water run-off from sub-catchments SOURCE CONTROL -
of predominantly impervious or pervious pavements.
Element Value DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
Permachannel is suitable for use in a range of PHYSICAL PROPERTIES FALLS
applications, including residential, industrial estates, Weight per unit 29kg
car parks, sports pitches, roofs, basements, pedestrian PERMAVOID
Length 1000mm DRAINAGE,
areas and rainwater harvesting. CONVEYANCE
Width 150mm & CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
Performance Depth 210mm SYSTEM
Permachannel is rated to D400 loading in accordance
Material Polymer concrete
ROOFS
with BS EN 124:1994 when installed with a concrete
Ductile iron standard PODIUM DECK
bed and haunch in accordance with site specific Grating
steel safe
construction details.
URBAN
Catchment area 30m²
LANDSCAPING
Installation standard Loading Rated to D400 SPORTS

Permachannel must be installed on a load bearing Average effective perforated THE PERMAVOID
Polymer concrete
concrete bed and haunch in accordance with site surface area SYSTEM -
TREATMENT
specific construction details. The polymer concrete
has a capillary-free,
PERMAVOID
non-porous sealed structure,
Chemical resistance SYSTEM
which makes it naturally
COMPONENTS
resistant to most chemicals
For our full range of Permavoid (i.e. petrol, oils and acids)

datasheets and standard details, Effluent concentrations are below PPG3 Class I requirements.
PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS
please visit our website Note: Ancillary universal channel connector 40mm diameter.

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Permavoid Biomat Product code: PV150BM

Permavoid Biomat is a high strength geocellular unit, designed for use with the Permavoid system,
containing a low density, oil treating, geosynthetic floating mat (biomat). The biomat floats on water
and is designed to intercept and treat any potential residual emulsified oils that may be present within
the surface water. The use of Permavoid Biomat provides additional oil detention and water treatment
capability to an underground water storage system.

Permavoid Biomat key benefits

• Secondary treatment phase for potential
residual hydrocarbons
• Pollutant-intercepting floating mat
• Same size as Permavoid so can be incorporated
into Permavoid attenuation designs
• Floating medium maintained at air-water interface
allowing optimum conditions for aerobic degradation
Installation standard
• Self maintaining, degrades residual oils by absorption
All calculations for Permavoid Biomat units are based upon
and aerobic digestion
site-specific load cases, pavement construction types and
• Units are manufactured from 90% recycled thickness, soil cover and ground conditions and the suitability
propropylene (PP) must therefore be approved for each project.
• 100% recyclable

Element Value
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Applications Weight per unit 3kg
Length 708mm
Permavoid Biomat units are an effective water treatment
Width 354mm
component suitable for use as a stormwater attenuation
Depth 150mm
and/or infiltration system. The system comprises single,
SHORT TERM COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH
interconnected cells which can be installed in the ground as
Vertical 715kN/m²
part of a sub-base formation. Permavoid Biomat is suitable for
Lateral 156kN/m²
use in a range of applications, including residential, industrial
estates, car parks, sports pitches, roofs, basements, pedestrian SHORT TERM DEFLECTION

areas and stormwater collection. Vertical 1mm per 126kN/m²

Lateral 1mm per 15kN/m²

Performance TENSILE STRENGTH

Of a single joint 42.4kN/m²
The structural load bearing capacity of the Permavoid Biomat
Of a single joint at (1% secant modulus) 18.8kN/m²
units have been tested in accordance with the following
Bending resistance of unit 0.71kN/m²
European Standard: BS 7533-13:2009. The system’s structural
Bending resistance of single joint 0.16kN/m²
design life expectancy, based upon creep test data (tested
Volumetric void ratio 92%
in accordance with CIRIA guidelines) is as follows: For lightly
Average effective perforated surface area 52%
loaded areas such as car parks, a design life of 50 years is
OTHER PROPERTIES
achievable. For areas with prolonged HGV loading, a typical
Intrinsic permeability (k) Minimum 1.0 x 10-5
design life may only be 25 years, depending on the design
Oil detention 56g/m²
of the pavement surfacing and structural layers over the tank.
Effluent discharge at max. oil loading 10ppm
Permavoid Permatie
Ancillary
Permavoid Shear Connector

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Permafilter Geotextile Product code: PV23002 DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Permafilter Geotextile is a non-woven, dimpled, needle-punched geotextile that has been CHECKS

specifically designed for hydrocarbon pollution treatment in sustainable drainage systems

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(SuDS) and other civil engineering applications. GUIDE TO A TOTAL
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APPLICATIONS

Permafilter Geotextile INFILTRATION/

SOAKAWAYS
key benefits
STORAGE SYSTEMS
• Captures residual hydrocarbons ATTENUATION/
DETENTION
• Removes pollutants by biodegradation
• 100% recyclable
TREATMENT
• Enhances water quality when used as part of TRAIN

a source control SuDS and eliminates the need

for end of line petrol/oil interceptors TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
• Designed to be self-maintaining for the life of INSTALLATION

the installation Element Value

POLYSTORM
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES CASE STUDIES

Weight per unit 300g/m2

PERMAVOID
Applications Roll length 100m OVERVIEW
Roll width 2.4m CHALLENGING
Permafilter Geotextile is suitable for use in a range of
TRADITION
applications, including residential, industrial estates, Roll weight 72kg

swales, sports pitches, car parks, roofs, basements, MECHANICAL PROPERTIES SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
pedestrian areas and rainwater harvesting. Tensile strength EN10319 (md/cmd) 9/12kN/m WATER WHERE IT
FALLS
Static puncture (CBR test) EN12236 1575N
Performance
HYDRAULIC PROPERTIES
PERMAVOID
The dimpled geotextile comprises of a proprietary
Water permeability EN ISO 11058 57 l/m²/s DRAINAGE,
blend of polyester fibres that incorporates hydrophilic CONVEYANCE
OTHER PROPERTIES & CAPILLARY
(water attracting and oil repellent) and hydrophobic IRRIGATION
(oil attracting and water repellent) properties to achieve Air permeability 1000 l/m²/s SYSTEM
superior oil detention. Permafilter Geotextile is capable Max. oil detention 6l/10m²
ROOFS
of retaining oil contamination ranging from daily car Effluent discharge at max. oil loading 10ppm
PODIUM DECK
drip losses, up to catastrophic spillages i.e. originating
Material Modified polyester
from car oil-sump failures. The entrapped hydrocarbons URBAN
are biodegraded by naturally occurring microorganisms, LANDSCAPING
providing a self-cleansing mechanism. SPORTS

For our full range of Permavoid THE PERMAVOID

Laying generally SYSTEM -
datasheets and standard details, TREATMENT
Permafilter will be laid to suit site specific requirements.
Overlaps shall be a minimum of 300mm or heat sealed.
please visit our website PERMAVOID
Ensure geotextile is clean and debris free before [Link]/ SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
installing Permavoid.
downloads/installation-guides
PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

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Permavoid Geomembrane
Geomembranes are impermeable liners used in sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) to form water
tight tanks. The membrane used depends on a risk assessment of the site and the ground and
groundwater conditions.

Element Value Test Method

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Thickness mm ±10% 1.0 ASTN D-751

Density g/cm³ minimum 0.9 ASTM D-792

Tensile stress at break

18 ASTM D-638
minimum N/mm²

Elongation at break % >700 ASTM D-638

Puncture resistance FTMS 101C

150
minimum N method 2065

Tear resistance minimum N 60 ASTM D-104

Applications
Dimensional stability % ASTM D-1204 The Geomembrane is suitable for use in a range of
±2.0
change max 1hr at 100ºC
applications, including residential, industrial estates,
Stress crack resistance 100% ASTM 5397
swales, sports pitches, car parks, roofs, basements,
ASTM D-1203 pedestrian areas and stormwater collection.
Volatile loss 5% loss max 0.2
method A

Ozone resistance No cracks ASTM D-1149 Performance

Carbon black content 2-3% ASTM 1603 A robust, heavy duty Geomembrane resistant to puncture.
Moisture vapour g/m²/day <0.1 ASTM E96 Geomembrane combines excellent chemical resistance with
Friction angle low flexural modulus to provide a malleable, flexible
21º Shear box
(non-woven Geotextile) membrane suitable for non-smooth surfaces and factory
0.11 g/m²/ European pre-fabrication to optimise on-site installation. Jointing
Methane permeability
day/atm standard shall be formed using fusion or extrusion bead welding in
Methane transmission rate 1.8 x 10-9 m3/m²/s/atm BRE accordance with manufacturing recommendations.
Permeability coefficient 1.8 x 10-12

Core material Polypropylene

Laying generally
Permavoid Geomembrane
For detention and attenuation applications the units need key benefits
a sealed geomembrane to prevent the release of water and
• Heavy duty polypropylene membrane
prevent the ingress of groundwater. All joints should be
• Used to create a water-tight construction
sealed using proprietary techniques recommended by the
and minimise risk of subgrade softening
manufacturer. Advice on seam testing procedures as given
in CIRIA SP 124:1996. Barriers, liners and cover systems for • 100% recyclable
containment and control of land contamination.

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Permaties Product code: PVCLIP DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Permatie is a patented tapered tie that interlocks the Permavoid geocellular units into CHECKS

a secure and consistent raft. Once connected, the ties provide tensile resistance within
AN 8 STEP
the Permavoid structure. GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

Element Value APPLICATIONS

INFILTRATION/
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
SOAKAWAYS
Weight per unit 30g

Length 74mm STORAGE SYSTEMS

ATTENUATION/
Width 45mm DETENTION
Depth 34mm
TREATMENT
OTHER PROPERTIES
TRAIN
Material Polypropylene
TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -

Shear Connector Product code: PVSC

DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
When two or more layers of Permavoid are used to form a structure, Shear Connectors DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
are inserted between the layers to create stability and prevent lateral movement and & CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
shear resistance. SYSTEM

ROOFS
Element Value PODIUM DECK

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
URBAN
Weight per unit 10g LANDSCAPING
SPORTS
Length 40mm

Diameter 35mm THE PERMAVOID

SYSTEM -
OTHER PROPERTIES TREATMENT

Material Polypropylene
PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
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Permavoid Medium Duty with Biomat

Product code: PSM1BM
Permavoid Medium Duty with Biomat is designed for use with Polystorm attenuation and infiltration
systems and comprises of a tri-laminate of low density plastic composite (biomat).

The biomat floats on water and is designed to intercept and

treat any potential residual emulsified oils that may be present
within the surface water. The use of Permavoid Medium Duty
with Biomat provides additional oil detention and water
treatment capability to an underground water storage system.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OVERVIEW

Length 1m

Width 0.5m
Exact colour may vary
Depth 0.4m due to recycled materials.

Total volume 0.2m3

Applications
Unit weight 9kg (approx) The Permavoid Medium Duty with Biomat units are suitable
Unit storage volume 0.19m3 (190 litres) for use as a stormwater detention, attenuation or infiltration
system. Used to provide hydrocarbon treatment, they are
Void ratio 95%
suitable for a range of applications including, retail,
Vertical compressive strength Maximum 610 kN/m2** residential, commercial and off-road car parking.

Lateral compressive strength Maximum 63 kN/m2**

Performance
Short-term vertical deflection 70.1 kN/m2 per mm
The structural load bearing capacity of the Permavoid
Short-term lateral deflection 4.4 kN/m2 per mm units have been tested in accordance with CIRIA C680.
The structural design life is a minimum 60 years.
0.2798 Ln (design life in hrs)
Estimated long term vertical [Based on an applied test load The units provide 3D flow and have a void ratio of 95%.
deflection (creep) = 162 kN/m2]
Creep data limit 60 years

1.0192 Ln (design life in hrs)

Estimated long term lateral
deflection (creep)
[Based on an applied test load
= 30.8 kN/m2]
Permavoid Medium Duty with
Creep data limit 60 years Biomat key benefits
OTHER PROPERTIES • Pollutant-intercepting floating mat degrades
Intrinsic permeability (k) Minimum 1.0 x 10-5 residual oils by absorption and aerobic digestion

Oil detention 56g/m² • Can be incorporated into Polystorm detention,

attenuation and infiltration systems
Effluent discharge at max.
10ppm
oil loading • 95% void ratio

Note: Permavoid Medium Duty With Biomat is ideal for use in • Light weight yet robust – excellent Health
trafficked and pedestrian applications subject to a structural design and Safety and installation benefits
check and suitable installation conditions. • 60 years creep limited life expectancy
*Each unit includes four clips and two shear connectors.
• 100% recyclable
**Compressive strength at yield, maximum recommended value
for design purposes. • Units are manufactured from recycled materials

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Permavoid Permatex 300 DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS

Product code: PV23006 STRUCTURAL

PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

A heavy duty, non-woven, needle punched, polypropylene geotextile designed to protect and AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
separate Permavoid geocellular layers. POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

It comprises of a three-layer composite scrim reinforced

ELEMENT VALUE TEST METHOD APPLICATIONS
with low elongation. 300mm lap-jointing is required. INFILTRATION/
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES SOAKAWAYS
Roll length 65m
Roll width 5.25m STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
Mass per unit area 300g/sq.m EN ISO 9864 Applications DETENTION
Thickness under load 2kPa 2mm EN ISO 9863-1
• Separation
CBR puncture resistance 4000N EN ISO 12236
TREATMENT
Dynamic cone drop 11mm EN ISO 13433 • Protection TRAIN
Tensile strength (min)
25kN/m EN ISO 10319
at max. load
Laying generally TYPICAL
Tensile extension (max) POLYSTORM
50% EN ISO 10319
at max. load Permatex protection geotextile shall be laid continuously INSTALLATION
Protection efficiency 300N EN ISO 14575 around the drainage to suit site specific requirements.
Breakthrough head nil BS EN ISO 10319 Overlaps shall be a minimum of 300mm or heat sealed. POLYSTORM
Coefficient of permeability 55 x 10-3m/s EN ISO 11058 Ensure geotextile is clean and debris free before CASE STUDIES
Characteristic opening size 70 microns EN ISO 12956 installing Permavoid.
PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING

Permavoid Permatex Capillary

TRADITION

SOURCE CONTROL -

Geotextile Product code: PV23008

DEALING WITH
WATER WHERE IT
FALLS

PERMAVOID
A heavy-duty, non-woven, needle punched geotextile made from UV stabilised polypropylene. DRAINAGE,
CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
IRRIGATION
It is specifically SYSTEM
Element Value
formulated to
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES absorb water to ROOFS
Nominal thickness 2.5mm PODIUM DECK
irrigate mineral
Weight 285g/m² substrates when used
URBAN
Roll width 6m in conjunction with LANDSCAPING
Roll length 125m Permavoid Capillary Cone units. SPORTS
Roll weight 210kg
THE PERMAVOID
Roll diameter 0.5m
SYSTEM -
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES TREATMENT

Tensile strength 22kN/m Permavoid Permatex Capillary

PERMAVOID
Puncture resistance 3350N Geotextile key benefits SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
HYDRAULIC PROPERTIES
• Can be used as part of a passive irrigation
Water detention capacity 1.14 l/m²
system PERMAVOID
Design life 60 years DATASHEETS
• Can remove excess soil moisture
Dynamic cone drop 17mm
Opening size 0-90 95 microns • Transports stormwater laterally across a wide
PERMAVOID
Horizontal capillary distance in Min. 750mm for surface area, thus irrigating surrounding soil/
CASE STUDIES
conjunction with capillary cones* sports mixes growing media and maintaining the correct
*All values stated above are nominal and may vary within amount of soil moisture to promote growth
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Preformed Spigot Universal

Connector with Permachannel
weldable Connector
membrane Product code: PV06305

ELEMENT VALUE ELEMENT VALUE

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Weight per unit 50g Weight per unit 210 g

OTHER PROPERTIES Length 260mm

Material Polypropylene Width 180mm

Depth 39mm
When forming a Permavoid attenuation or storage structure, Spigot diameter 40mm
it is necessary to use the Preformed Spigot Connector with Spigot Length 135mm
weldable membrane in association with the Permavoid
OTHER PROPERTIES
Geomembrane. A welded joint can be made to ensure the
Material Polypropylene
tank is leak free.

The Permachannel Connector is installed where adjacent

Permachannel units butt against each other to form a 40mm
diameter outlet. The connector fits into the outlet from the
Permachannel and allows water to be conveyed from the

Orifice Plate Permachannel into the Permavoid system. One connection

unit is required per linear metre of Permachannel.
Flow Control If required, outlet connections can be extended using 40mm
Chamber HDPE pipework.

ELEMENT VALUE

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Saddle Connector

Weight per unit Variable for infiltration
Minimum diameter 500mm
applications
Height Variable

300mm as standard,
Sump depth others available
on request
ELEMENT VALUE
OTHER PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Material Polypropylene
Weight per unit 80g

OTHER PROPERTIES
Discharge limitations are normally achieved by the
Material Polypropylene
incorporation of pre-fabricated orifice plate flow control
devices, fitted with removable filters to protect the orifices.
These are sized to suit the permitted discharge rate and the Proprietary saddle connections for use within Permavoid
size of the sub-catchment using standard hydraulic theory. storage structures installed to soakaway captured water.

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Permavoid Wicking Geotextile DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS

Product code: PV23008 STRUCTURAL

PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

A heavy-duty, non-woven, needle-punched geotextile made from a blend of modified polyester AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
fibres. It is specially formulated to absorb water to irrigate mineral substrates when used in POLYSTORM
SYSTEM
conjunction with Permafoam units.
APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
ELEMENT VALUE SOAKAWAYS

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
STORAGE SYSTEMS
Nominal thickness 3.6mm ATTENUATION/
DETENTION
Surface weight 500gm²

Saturated weight 4.5K/gm²

TREATMENT
Roll width 2m TRAIN

Roll length 25m

TYPICAL
Roll weight 26kg POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES Applications
Maximum tensile strength – Longitudinal 10kN/m The Wicking Geotextile is suitable for use in most POLYSTORM
Maximum tensile strength – Lateral 28kN/m landscaped applications including roof gardens, soft CASE STUDIES
SuDS applications and sports pitches.
Puncture resistance 2600N
PERMAVOID
HYDRAULIC PROPERTIES OVERVIEW
Performance
Water detention capacity 4 l/m² CHALLENGING
A robust heavy duty geotextile, when constantly charged TRADITION
Water permeability 37 l/m²/s
with water, it allows moisture to be fed naturally by
capillary action to landscaped areas for irrigation. SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
300mm lap jointing is required. Used in conjunction with WATER WHERE IT
Laying generally Permafoam units. Water is drawn by capillary attraction
FALLS

Permavoid Wicking Geotextile shall be laid continuously to ensure the Wicking Geotextile is kept charged.
to suit the site specific requirements. Overlaps shall be PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
a minimum of 300mm or heat sealed. CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
Permavoid Wicking IRRIGATION
SYSTEM

Geotextile key benefits

ROOFS
• Passive capillary irrigation PODIUM DECK
• Can remove excess soil moisture
URBAN
LANDSCAPING
SPORTS

THE PERMAVOID
SYSTEM -
TREATMENT

PERMAVOID
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

PERMAVOID
DATASHEETS

PERMAVOID
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Case study – National Bank of Oman, Muscat, Oman

Polypipe Middle East provided significant While initial designs for the concrete tank
cost and time savings at the Bank’s new advised that the installation phase may take
Muscat headquarters. several months to complete, Polypipe’s
When the National Bank of Oman designed its impressive new engineered geocellular solution could be
headquarters with Ibrahim Jaidah Architects and Engineers, it completed in just a few days.
wasn’t just the creation of a new 10-storey building that needed
Polypipe’s technical experts undertook regular site visits during
to be considered. Whilst traditional concrete storage tanks may
the installation phase to offer advice and ensure a right-first-
have been the usual design approach to manage stormwater,
time installation.
Buro Happold, the chosen Design Consultant, together with
Contractor, Al Turki Enterprises, and Ibrahim Jaidah, recognised
the benefits of utilising Polypipe’s geocellular solutions.
Polypipe’s Polystorm and Permavoid geocellular solutions were
not only seen as an alternative to concrete tanks, but through
smart engineering offered up to 50% cost savings and
significantly reduced installation time.

Polypipe provided a unique solution comprising of a 3,400m2

Permavoid tank designed to sit below the podium deck and
mitigate the impact of stormwater events, whilst also replacing
much traditional underslung pipework and providing more
usable space back to the client. The system was accompanied
by an additional 50m3 Polystorm tank to ensure the discharge
wouldn’t overwhelm the local drainage network.

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Case study – Passivhaus, Doha, Qatar DESIGN

CONSIDERATIONS
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
CHECKS

AN 8 STEP
GUIDE TO A TOTAL
POLYSTORM
SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS
INFILTRATION/
SOAKAWAYS

STORAGE SYSTEMS
ATTENUATION/
DETENTION

TREATMENT
TRAIN

TYPICAL
POLYSTORM
INSTALLATION

POLYSTORM
CASE STUDIES

PERMAVOID
OVERVIEW

CHALLENGING
Plastic pipework, water treatment and A range of Polypipe products were used in the project. TRADITION
These included Terrain PVC-u above and below ground
irrigation systems from British manufacturer drainage products, used with the Terrain Pleura ventilation SOURCE CONTROL -
DEALING WITH
Polypipe have been used throughout system. For the hot and cold water distribution systems, WATER WHERE IT
FALLS
Qatar’s groundbreaking Passivhaus-Baytna Polyplumb pipework was chosen for its fast and reliable
installation. A key feature is the use of a Permavoid water
sustainable villa project to help meet the treatment unit for treating foul and greywater which is PERMAVOID
DRAINAGE,
target of using 50% less energy and water then used for sub-soil irrigation. CONVEYANCE
& CAPILLARY
than in a traditionally-built villa. Polypipe has focused its development resources on IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
Polypipe worked as a supply partner on the project with providing piping solutions to enable the utilisation of
Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC)and Barwa Real Estate. building technologies aimed at the reduction of CO2 ROOFS
In terms of sustainable development, conserving water is emissions and redirection of energy usage. PODIUM DECK
a key issue in the Middle East. With extremely limited fresh In addition, the materials used, are, in themselves,
URBAN
water resources, growing populations and urbanisation are environmentally friendly. Plastics are lighter and more LANDSCAPING
placing increasing demands on supply, with annual demand robust than traditional materials so you need less to do SPORTS
for water increasing significantly over the last decade and more. They help reduce energy usage because they are
THE PERMAVOID
projected to continue to increase. The Passivhaus concept lightweight in production, transport and use. In contrast SYSTEM -
originated in Germany and focuses on energy efficiency, to traditional materials like concrete or clay, plastics are TREATMENT
looking to reduce overall energy consumption in the recyclable, require no quarrying activities and reduce the
PERMAVOID
construction and running of the building. In the Middle carbon footprint from transport. SYSTEM
East, we also have to consider water preservation. Virtually COMPONENTS

all fresh water is obtained via the desalination process, Polypipe’s involvement in the Baytna project has provided

which is not only expensive, but also uses large quantities a valuable opportunity to demonstrate the contribution PERMAVOID
and impact what Polypipe products can make to DATASHEETS
of energy and has many adverse environmental impacts,
so we need to think very carefully about how we use water sustainable development in the Middle East.

in the home. PERMAVOID

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Ridgidrain
Offering increased sustainability without compromise in performance, Ridgidrain is suitable for
use in Civils and Infrastructure non-pressurised surface and sub-surface drainage applications.

High strength performance

The very first twinwall surface drainage system in the UK with Highways
Authority Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS) status, Ridgidrain has a high

BBA BBA
strength BRITISH
BBA
BRITISH
to weight ratio and flexibility
BOARD OF to resist high traffic loads. It has a
APPROVAL
INSPECTION
TESTING BOARD OF
CERTIFICATION AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE NUMBERS
00/R121, 00/3678 & 02/H068 low friction inner wall for improved hydraulics and comes in 6m lengths to
CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 & 00/3678

significantly reduce the number of joints and risk of leakage. Made from high
strength HDPE, using a structured wall design to produce a robust yet flexible
pipe, Ridgidrain has a high resistance to the most common chemicals. It offers
BBA BBA BBA
BRITISH BRITISH BRITISH
BOARD OF
AGRÉMENT
excellentBOARD
performance,
OF
AGRÉMENT
meaning BOARD
you OFget all the benefits of sustainability,
AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 93/R078 CERTIFICATE No. 90/R054 CERTIFICATE No. 03/3979
strength and lower weight without compromising on long term effectiveness.

BBA BBA BBA

APPROVAL APPROVAL BRITISH
INSPECTION INSPECTION
TESTING TESTING BOARD OF
CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 02/3923 CERTIFICATE No. 00/3678 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R1221

(BBA and HAPAS Approved) (Network Rail Parts and Drawing

Systems (PADS) Approved)
Certificate Number: PA05/05460
BBA BBA BBA
BRITISH BRITISH BRITISH
BOARD OF BOARD OF BOARD OF
AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 02/H068 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 & 3678 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 & 3678

BBA BBA BBA

BRITISH BRITISH BRITISH
BOARD OF BOARD OF BOARD OF
AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 90/RO49 CERTIFICATE No. 89/2175 CERTIFICATE No. 90/RO49 & 89/2175

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CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
Ridgidrain key benefits OF SUDS

• Full range of pipes and fittings from 100-600mm

• BBA and BBA HAPAS approved
• Network Rail Parts and Drawing Systems (PADS) approved
• Structured wall design for high ring stiffness and strength
• Manufactured to SN6 with a predicted design life in excess of 60 years
• Non-pressure and leak tested up to 100mm/wg (0.01 bar)
• Smooth bore giving excellent hydraulic properties
• Longer lengths so fewer joints for improved resilience to leakage
• Light weight for reduced transport, installation costs and improved
Health and Safety benefits
• Up to 94% lighter than concrete means fewer deliveries to site
• Reduces CO2 consumed in production, transportation and on-site handling
• Manufactured from 100% recycled material
• Resistant to ground movement and differential settlement
• Integrally socketed in diameters 400-600mm for ease of installation
• Unperforated, half perforated and full perforated options available
• Ridgitrack is available for higher loading applications

Applications Contents
• Highways
• Rail
• Airports
SECTION 3 Ridgidrain
• Residential Ridgidrain 74 - 75
• Commercial
Gullies 76 - 77
• Industrial
• Agricultural
• Education

For more technical information

and dimensions on Ridgidrain
please visit our website
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BBA BBA BBA

APPROVAL BRITISH BRITISH
INSPECTION
TESTING BOARD OF BOARD OF
CERTIFICATION AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE NUMBERS CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 & 00/3678
00/R121, 00/3678 & 02/H068

Ridgigully
A high quality, light in weight, easy to handle and install alternative to heavy concrete
BBA BBA BBA
BRITISH BRITISH BRITISH
BOARD OF BOARD OF BOARD OF
AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT gullies. Ridgigully is manufactured in durable HDPE in 3 sizes. Ridgigully is suitable for
AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 93/R078 CERTIFICATE No. 90/R054 CERTIFICATE No. 03/3979

both trapped and untrapped systems with a 160mm spigot outlet as standard, which
is easily adapted using the multi adaptor (ARG multi) to Ridgidrain, Polysewer and other
pipe systems. A range of accessories are available, including gully risers that key into the

BBA BBA BBA

gully and eliminate the need for brickwork to finish level.
APPROVAL APPROVAL BRITISH
INSPECTION INSPECTION
TESTING TESTING BOARD OF
CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 02/3923 CERTIFICATE No. 00/3678 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R1221

Ridgigully key benefits

BBA BBA BBA
BRITISH BRITISH BRITISH
BOARD OF BOARD OF BOARD OF
AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 02/H068 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 & 3678 CERTIFICATE No. 00/R121 & 3678
• Unique, patented screw thread corrugations
• Light in weight with superior strength
• Effective keying into the concrete surround

BBA BBA BBA•

BRITISH BRITISH BRITISH
BOARD OF BOARD OF BOARD OF
AGRÉMENT AGRÉMENT Nested gullies lock together for easy handling, transportation and safer
AGRÉMENT
CERTIFICATE No. 90/RO49 CERTIFICATE No. 89/2175 CERTIFICATE No. 90/RO49 & 89/2175

storage on-site
• BBA approved

BBA
APPROVAL
INSPECTION
TESTING
CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATE No. 16/H246

(Applies to Ridgigully only)

Ridgigully
Diameter Capacity
Description Code Pack qty
mm litres
750mm Ridgigully RG450750 450 80 16
900mm Ridgigully RG450900 450 104 16
BS EN 1401 Coupling UG602 160 - -
Multi Adaptor ARGMulti - - 20

Ridgiflex
Ideal for flexible gully connections, 150mm single wall corrugated Ridgiflex
has the same external profile as Ridgidrain. Available in 25m coils, it is
compatible with standard Ridgidrain fittings.

Ridgiflex Gully Connection Pipe

ID OD Length
Code
mm mm m
150 178 RF150X25 25

All dimensions provided are nominal.

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Midigully
Midigully is an ideally sized gully for domestic and smaller capacity industrial
and commercial applications.

CHALLENGING
Midigully key benefits TRADITION

THE GROWING
• Manufactured in durable HDPE IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS
• Spigot outlet, suitable for connection to 110mm BS EN 1401
sockets that can also be adapted to 100mm Ridgidrain
• Nested gullies lock together for easy handling, transportation
and safer storage on-site
• A range of adaptors available
• Optional aluminium silt buckets and cast iron gratings

Midigully
Diameter Depth Capacity
Code Pack qty
mm mm litres
RG300600 300 600 24 36

Midigully Accessories
Description Code

110mm BS EN 1401 coupling UG402 

Silt Bucket RGSB 
Grating RGG 

 Made to order and subject to lead times.

Gully Chutes and large diameter gullies

Gully Chutes, larger diameter gullies and sumpless gullies are also available
where larger flow rates are required, or an interface with slot drains or
dished channels is required. For further information on our fabrication
capabilities and benefits, please see Section 5, or contact our Technical
Team on +971 (0) 4 807 3000.

Gully Chute

All dimensions provided are nominal.

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Ridgistorm-XL overview
Ridgistorm-XL is an innovative large diameter piping system, available in sizes 750-3000mm in diameter.
It can be used for a wide range of applications including surface water drainage, foul and combined
sewers, large scale flood alleviation schemes and even displacement ventilation and renewable energy.

A versatile solution Standards, approvals and certifications

Robust, reliable and long-lasting, Ridgistorm-XL is one of • Water Company Approved for Capital Works projects and
the most adaptable large diameter piping solutions in the UK. installation under Section 104 and Section 106 agreements*
In fact, our designers can engineer exact stiffness classifications • Compliant with MCHW, Volume 1, Series 500 (Specification
for the pipe system to meet variable loading specifications by for Highway Works)**
analysing site conditions and installation parameters. This means
• AIP acceptance to Specification for Highway Works,
we can deliver an effective solution that is fully adaptable.
Series 2500 through BD2/05 Standard for highways schemes
• Structural calculations in accordance with BS EN 1295-1,
TM
the Structural Design Standard for Buried Pipelines
• WRc approved
Ap p r o e d
PT/284/0609 • Manufactured to meet the material requirements of
BS EN 13476:2007 (Part 1-3), Plastic Piping Systems for
Non-Pressure Underground Drainage and Sewerage
• Compliant with the requirements of the Civil Engineering
Specification for the Water Industry 7th Edition (CESWI)
• Compliant with the requirements of Sewers for Adoption
7th Edition (SfA)
• Compliant with the requirements of Sewers for Scotland
3rd Edition (SfS)
• Certified to BSI ISO9001 and BSI ISO14001
*We would recommend that local water company approval is confirmed
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RIDGISTORM-XL
PIPING SYSTEM

CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS
Ridgistorm-XL key benefits
• Pipe lengths available from 1.25-12m
• Integrally socketed system to aid pipe alignment
• Pre-fabricated modularised system incorporating flow
controllers and treatment devices, manholes and fittings
• Lighter weight for reduced plant requirements
• Multiple jointing options include electro-fusion welding,
seal jointing and extrusion welding
• Extremely durable – service lifetime expectancy of at
least 100 years
• Designed to optimum stiffness classification
• Excellent load bearing capability
• Superior performance in areas of differential settlement
• Excellent resistance to sulphate and chemical attack
• Superior hydraulic performance achieved through
smooth bore
• Saddles available for 150mm lateral pipe connections
• Pre-fabricated dry weather flow channels available

Contents
SECTION 4 Ridgistorm-XL
Overview 78 - 79

Ridgistorm-XL applications 80 - 81

Ridgistorm-XL piping system 82 - 83

For more technical information

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Applications
Ridgistorm-XL is a versatile solution, proven for applications ranging from pipelines for surface
water drainage and foul sewer schemes, to attenuation structures and large diameter manholes
and pre-fabricated component chambers.

Waste water and sewer Flood alleviation

Our Ridgistorm-XL pipe system offers the perfect solution Developers are facing the challenges of having to store
for use in sewer and waste water systems. The pipes have increasing volumes of flood water, as they look to satisfy the
excellent chemical resistance, are lighter in weight than requirements of local authorities and Government agencies to
concrete equivalents thereby reducing on-site Health and obtain planning. Increasingly, engineered solutions are being
Safety risks, yet are strong and durable enough to withstand required to satisfy these requirements. Ridgistorm-XL single
ground movement and differential settlement. All of our pipe runs or multi-leg tanks offer flexibility in design and can
solutions are fully compliant with Sewers for Adoption, form part of an engineered solution, being located under
7th Edition, CESWI and are accepted for use by all UK highways or POS (public open space) areas.
Water Companies for Capital Works, Section 104 and Section
106 agreements. Low Flow Channels can be incorporated Applications
within the Ridgistorm-XL pipes for improved performance.
Lifting points, Safety Chain Assemblies, Guardrail Assemblies • On-line attenuation • Low flow systems
and specialist ironmongery have been developed in response • Off-line attenuation • Stormwater run-off
to pipeline designers and contractors seeking innovation in • Infiltration tanks • Culverts
safer, faster and more cost-effective installations.
• Multi-leg storage

Applications
• Sewer pipework • Flow meter chambers
• Low flow systems • Inter process pipework
• Pumping stations • CSO storage
• Valve chambers

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CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

Component chambers and manholes

Ridgistorm-XL is the ideal solution for pre-fabricated
manholes or component chambers. They are modular,
ready-to-install man-access solutions that integrate at
any point in a drainage network system to control flow
and to facilitate inspection and maintenance.

Applications
• Inlet chambers • Control chambers

• Oversized manholes - Flow controllers

• Offset manholes - Non-return valves

• Pumping stations - Penstocks

• Overflow storage tanks - Flap valves
• Weir walls - Gate valves
• Catchpits

For more information about our

component chambers and manholes,
please see Section 5.

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Ridgistorm-XL piping system

Engineered pipe profile providing Exceptional leak tightness

individual stiffness class Ridgistorm-XL is designed as a flexible structure to minimise
the effects of ground movement, differential settlement
Ridgistorm-XL can be engineered to suit any application.
and deformation. Exceptional structural integrity is achieved
By analysing the site conditions and installation parameters,
with Ridgistorm-XL due to its engineered pipe profile. It is
our design engineers can create a solution with the
manufactured in lengths up to 12m to reduce the number of
appropriate profile strength and stiffness classifications.
joints, therefore minimising the number of potential leakage
Our production flexibility allows pipe strength to be
points and removing the risk of groundwater pollution.
produced at varying stiffness classes between SN1-SN8,
meaning it is never over nor under engineered, exactly
meeting the design requirements of a particular project.
Utilising the latest manufacturing technology and
state-of-the-art software enables us to create unique
profile designs to match your site requirements.

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Pipe Profiles
CHALLENGING
TRADITION
Pipe profile designs can be adapted to maximise strength and minimise
THE GROWING
the use of material within the pipeline. This improves pipeline IMPORTANCE
performance and provides a fully engineered solution. Our range of OF SUDS

profiles are integral to the strength and performance of the pipeline.

VW profile
Profile type VW enables the production of
a solid pipe with a smooth inner and outer
surface. These pipes can be produced with
a wall thickness of 5-80mm. This profile is
often used in pressure pipelines and certain
chamber applications.

PR profile
Pipes produced with a PR profile achieve
high stiffness with relatively low weight.
This is a common pipe profile for use

Life expectancy in surface water, foul and combined

sewer drainage.

Ridgistorm-XL is manufactured in
accordance with BS EN 13476:2007
(Part 1-3) under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Olympia profile
certified management systems. A In addition to the PR profile, the Olympia
lifetime expectancy of 100+ years can profile option can achieve greater pipeline
stiffness with a comparatively low weight.
be predicted for Ridgistorm-XL using This profile is often used in the larger
guidelines set out in BS EN ISO 9080. diameters of Ridgistorm-XL.

SQ profile
This profile option has a smooth inner and
outer surface, including internal profile to
one layer. High stiffness is achieved through
the SQ profile, making it ideal for extremely
high loads or larger diameters.

SQ2 profile
SQ2 offers the same benefits as the
single-layer SQ profile, yet it can be
produced with additional profile layers
for added ring stiffness.

CPR profile
The majority of our pre-fabricated
components have a CPR profile achieving
high stiffness with relatively low weight.

3000mm

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Fabrications overview
Our ability to provide pre-fabricated, engineered solutions offer a range of benefits that will not only
ensure undertaking your project is more effective and efficient, it will also result in measurable cost
savings. Our modern methods of manufacturing reduce installation time and costs on-site and also
minimise Health and Safety risks during handling, storage and installation.

In-house fabrications department Off-site construction

Providing a unique and comprehensive service through We can help you to meet your project deadlines by delivering
our in-house fabrication facility, we are able to create fully your ready-to-install, pre-fabricated system to site. Our solutions
engineered solutions to precisely match specific project are manufactured in our factory-controlled environment,
requirements. Whether you require a one piece manhole, ensuring a superior finish in comparison to those constructed
catchpit, flow control device or treatment filter, a customised on-site. Additionally, the wastage usually associated with
fitting or specialist bend, our team can engineer the right on-site construction is removed, so we are not only saving time
system accurately and to the highest quality. and money, but we are also providing more environmentally
friendly products and systems.
Seamless integration
Our pre-fabricated solutions are designed to integrate
seamlessly within existing drainage or water management The products included over the
systems, including our Ridgidrain, Ridgisewer or Ridgistorm-XL
following pages are only an example
systems, or can be engineered to connect to other materials.
of what is possible.
For more technical and dimensions on
Other fabrications are available fabrications please visit our website
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MANHOLES

RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
SILT TRAPS &
CATCHPITS

CHALLENGING
TRADITION
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

Fabrications key benefits DOWNSTREAM

DEFENDER

• Tailor-made, fully-welded, watertight structured

wall chambers to suit project-specific requirements
• One-piece installation, off-site construction -
delivered ready-to-install reducing installation FIRST DEFENSE

time and costs

• Strong but light in weight, minimising Health
and Safety risks in handling and installation
UP-FLO FILTER
• Manufactured in a factory controlled
environment for improved quality of finish
• Eliminates wastage associated with in-situ
construction
HYDRO-BRAKE
• WRc approved OPTIMUM

Other Ridgistorm-XL Contents

fabricated solutions
available include: SECTION 5 Fabrications
• Bends
Fabrications overview 84 - 85
• Junctions
• Reducers RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow Control Chamber 86
• Dual run H chambers RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate Flow Control Chamber 87

RIDGISTORMControl Penstock and Valve Chamber 88

RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes 89

RIDGISTORMSeparate Silt Traps 90

RIDGISTORMSeparate Catchpits 91

RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir and Baffle Chamber 92

RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chamber 93

Downstream Defender® 94 - 95

First Defense® 96 - 97

Up-Flo® Filter 98 - 99

Hydro-Brake® Optimum 100 - 101

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RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow

Control Chamber
Where flows within a drainage system are required to be limited or checked (i.e. prior to discharge
from site), with improved hydraulic performance and reduced maintenance, we are able to offer our
RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow Control Chamber.

RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow

Control Chamber key benefits
• Self-activating vortex flow controller which controls
forward flow of water
• No moving parts - virtually maintenance free
• Manufactured with an integral sump for silt
catchment/removal
• Available as non-bypass or manual bypass with built
Pre-fabricated under factory controlled conditions, our in overflow
RIDGISTORMCheck Chamber is available in a range of diameters • Manufactured to adoptable standards
from 1050-3000mm and incorporates a vortex flow control unit,
• Multiple inlet and outlet options, allowing quick
fitted onto a preformed headwall. Each vortex flow control unit
and seamless connection to pipelines
is manufactured to suit the unique hydraulic characteristics of
• Depths can be tailored to suit project requirements
the site’s drainage system design. RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex
Flow Control Chambers are typically supplied as a single unit, • Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to BS EN 14396
allowing simple installation and eliminating a number of
• Integral lifting points available on request to improve
construction risks associated with in-situ construction. When
Health and Safety during handling and installation
installed in conjunction with our range of pipe systems, they
offer a fully integrated drainage system.

Applications
Element Value
Site specific RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow Control Chambers
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
are engineered to suit a range of stormwater systems,
providing a hydraulically efficient means of flow regulation Diameter mm 1050-3000
that does not use moving parts or require power to operate. Depth To suit requirements

Performance Material HDPE

Colour Black with blue interior

RIDGISTORMCheck Vortex Flow Control Chambers are fabricated
from Ridgistorm-XL pipework, which is manufactured to meet Flow control units Grade 304 Stainless Steel
the material requirements of BS EN 13476:2007 (Part 1-3). HDPE is naturally resistant to most
Chemical resistance chemicals associated with stormwater
Manual Bypass Design drainage systems

The manual bypass design offers a bypass to the flow control Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000
device to facilitate maintenance. Manually operated from the
Vortex flow control unit to suit site
surface, the activation of the bypass system opens a door in the Hydraulic performance
specific flow rates and head
head-wall allowing water in the chamber to drain down via the
bypass pipe. TM

Non-Bypass Chamber
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RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate

MANHOLES

Flow Control Chamber RIDGISTORMSEPARATE

SILT TRAPS &
CATCHPITS

Where flows within a drainage system are required to be limited or checked (i.e. prior CHALLENGING
TRADITION
to discharge from site), in a simple and cost effective design, we are able to offer our RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate Flow Control Chamber. Incorporating an integral orifice OF SUDS

plate flow control with an optional removable Permavoid filter unit wrapped in a 2mm
polyethylene mesh, to provide filtration and ease of maintenance. DOWNSTREAM
DEFENDER

RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice FIRST DEFENSE

Plate Flow Control Chamber
key benefits
• Manufactured with an integral sump for
UP-FLO FILTER
silt detention
• One-piece installation, off-site construction,
delivered ready-to-install reducing installation
time and costs
HYDRO-BRAKE
• Multiple inlet and outlet options, supplied with OPTIMUM
integral sockets as standard allowing quick and
RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate Flow Control Chamber seamless connection to pipeline
offers a cost-effective means of limiting flows, particularly
• Depths can be tailored to suit project requirements
when used in conjunction with our range of attenuation
• Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to
systems on smaller scale projects.
BS EN 14396

Applications • Integral lifting points available on request

to improve Health and Safety of handling
Site specific RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate Flow and installation
Control Chambers are engineered to suit a range
of stormwater attenuation and infiltration systems,
providing a means of flow regulation and are used
regularly when designing to source control principles.
Element Value
The optional filter unit on the outlet provides a filtration
system for reduced maintenance. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Diameter mm 500-3000
Performance Depth To suit requirements
RIDGISTORMCheck Orifice Plate Flow Control Chambers Material HDPE
are fabricated from Ridgistorm-XL pipework, which is
Colour Black with blue interior
manufactured to meet the material requirements of
BS EN 13476:2007 (Part 1-3). HDPE is naturally resistant to
Chemical resistance most chemicals associated with
stormwater drainage systems

Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000
For the full datasheets and
Orifice plate flow controls to suit
standard details, for both of the Hydraulic performance
site specific flow rates and head

RIDGISTORMCheck Chambers,
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RIDGISTORMControl Penstock
and Valve Chambers
Where a drainage or sewer system design requires the inclusion of control devices to limit or isolate
flows, our range of RIDGISTORMControl Chambers are available with pre-installed Penstocks,
Flap Valves and Gate Valves.

RIDGISTORMControl Penstock
and Valve Chamber key benefits
• Facilitates maintenance, controls system flows and
protects the drainage system from surcharging
• System components available include: Penstocks,
Gate Valves and Flap Valves
• Multiple inlet and outlet options, supplied with
integral sockets as standard allowing quick and
Flap Valve Penstock seamless connection to pipeline
• Chamber depths are tailored to suit project
RIDGISTORMControl Chambers are typically supplied as single requirements
units, manufactured in factory controlled conditions to
• Lockable steel covers available
improve the quality of finish and eliminate wastage associated
• Integral benching
with in-situ construction.
• Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to BS EN 14396

Applications • Optional riser section

• Integral lifting points available on request to improve
Our pre-fabricated RIDGISTORMControl Chambers incorporate
Health and Safety of handling and installation
a range of flow control devices to limit or isolate flows
within surface water, sewer and combined sewer systems.

Typical valves include:

Element Value
Gate Valves
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Gate Valves are used to permit or prevent the flow of water
and can isolate drainage sections. The valve opens by lifting Diameter mm 1200-3000
a wedge out of the path of the flow of water.
Depth To suit requirements
Flap Valves
Flap Valves are non-return hinge valves to prevent backflow Material HDPE
upstream. They can also be used for outflow applications
Colour Black with blue interior
such as ponds, ditches, swales and tidal.

Penstocks Loading Determined by structural design

Penstocks consist of a gate which can isolate or control water

HDPE is naturally resistant to
flow. The gate can also be used as a flow control device to limit Chemical resistance most chemicals associated with
stormwater drainage systems
the flow of water passing through the system.
Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000
Performance
RIDGISTORMControl Penstock and Valve Chambers are TM

fabricated from Ridgistorm-XL pipework, which is

manufactured to meet the material requirements of Ap p r o e d
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MANHOLES

RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
SILT TRAPS &
Whether your project calls for stormwater, foul water or combined sewer systems, we can CATCHPITS

manufacture high density polyethylene (HDPE) pre-fabricated manholes, to provide easy

CHALLENGING
access into and maintenance of a pipeline. RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes are utilised where TRADITION
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
pipe runs change direction, combine, change invert level, diameter or pipe material. THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes DOWNSTREAM

DEFENDER

key benefits
• Provides easy access for maintenance
• Manufactured to adoptable standards FIRST DEFENSE
• Full range of accessories available including Safety
Chain Assembly and Guardrail Assembly
• Multiple inlet and outlet options, supplied with
integral sockets as standard allowing quick and UP-FLO FILTER
seamless connection to pipeline
• Depths can be tailored to suit project requirements
• Factory installed, high quality integral benching
HYDRO-BRAKE
• Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to OPTIMUM
BS EN 14396

Applications • Optional riser section

• Riser location ring
RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes are engineered
• Integral lifting points available on request
for use in stormwater, foul and combined sewer
to improve Health and Safety of handling
applications to enable access to the pipework system
and installation
for inspection and maintenance. Factory installed,
preformed benching and channelling is available to
spring line (SHW) or soffit (SFA) depending on the
specification required. RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes Element Value
can be pre-fabricated with a number of features to PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
reduce the need for direct access into the pipe, such
Diameter mm 900-3000
as an offset channel, or maximising step landing
width, or to minimise operational Health and Safety Depth To suit requirements
risks with the pre-fabrication of Safety Chain Assembly
Material HDPE
and Guardrail Assembly.
Colour Black with blue interior
Compatibility Loading Determined by structural design
RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes can be integrated into HDPE is naturally resistant to
our surface water (Ridgidrain and Ridgistorm-XL) most chemicals naturally found
Chemical resistance
in stormwater run-off and
and sewer (Polysewer, Ridgisewer and Ridgistorm-XL) uncontaminated ground
pipework systems, or engineered to connect to other
pipe materials. Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000

Performance TM

RIDGISTORMAccess Manholes are fabricated from

Ap p r o e d
Ridgistorm-XL pipework, which is manufactured to meet
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RIDGISTORMSeparate Silt Traps

Located upstream of detention, attenuation and infiltration drainage systems, RIDGISTORMSeparate
Silt Traps capture and retain silt and separate out other particles by encouraging settlement in the unit
sump, preventing ingress into Sustainable urban Drainage Systems (SuDS). This range of small diameter
silt traps are standard stock items and are readily available.

RIDGISTORMSeparate Silt Traps

key benefits
• Improves water quality by removing silt, grit and litter,
protecting downstream elements of the drainage systems
• Self cleansing
• Prevents the ingress of debris, silt and litter into the
Mini silt trap structure
Product code: PSMST110
• Multiple inlet and outlet options, supplied with integral
sockets as standard allowing quick and seamless
connection to pipeline
• Plastic or lockable steel covers available from Polypipe
Building Products

Applications
Advanced silt trap Basic silt trap For use in stormwater drainage systems typically located
Product code: PSMST160/15 Product code: PSMST160 upstream of detention, attenuation and infiltration drainage
elements to protect the ingress of silt and other particles.

SILT TRAP ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

PHYSICAL
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION CODE MINI BASIC ADVANCED
PROPERTIES
320mm sealed screw down
PVC 320mm cover Nominal
cover & frame, includes seals UG501
& frame (round) diameter 320 460 460
and fixing screws
mm

320mm square plastic cover Depth mm 440 1220 830

PVC 320mm cover
with PP frame, includes seals UG502
& frame (square)
and fixing screws Inlet and 110 160 160
Outlet mm (BS EN 1401-1) (BS EN 1401-1) (BS EN 1401-1)
460mm silt trap
Round cover complete with seals Sump depth
cover & frame UG511 250 420 280
and fixing screws (35kN test load) mm
(round)

Material Polypropylene Polypropylene Polypropylene

450mm silt trap Square PP cover complete
cover & frame with seals and fixing screws UG512 Colour Black chamber Black chamber Black chamber
(square) (35kN test load)
Polypropylene is Polypropylene is Polypropylene is
Reduced access square PP cover resistant to the resistant to the resistant to the
Polypropylene
and frame with seals and fixing ICDC1 most chemicals most chemicals most chemicals
cover & frame Chemical
screws (35kN test load) associated with associated with associated with
resistance
stormwater stormwater stormwater
Chamber riser Silt trap side riser (215mm drainage drainage drainage
ICDR1 systems systems systems
section effective height)

Note: For a Basic Silt Trap risers and seals are required. The bucket and filter are
Silt trap sealing ring EPDM 110mm seal UG488 easily removable from the Advanced Silt Trap to enable cleaning.

Note: Polypropylene (PP)

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RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
SILT TRAPS &
Our purpose-built large diameter high density polyethylene (HDPE) pre-fabricated catchpits are CATCHPITS

ideal for stormwater and land drainage applications and are the simplest and most cost-effective
way of separating out silt and debris, providing an easily maintainable drainage system. CHALLENGING
TRADITION
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

RIDGISTORMSeparate
Catchpits key benefits DOWNSTREAM
DEFENDER

• Provides easy access for silt collection

• Network Rail Parts and Drawing System (PADS)
approved for use in access areas
FIRST DEFENSE
• Separates silt and debris from the downstream
drainage system
• Fully-welded, watertight structured wall chambers
to suit project-specific requirements
UP-FLO FILTER
• One-piece installation, off-site construction,
delivered ready-to-install reducing installation
RIDGISTORMSeparate Catchpits are designed to separate
time and costs
silt and other particles from stormwater, helping to
protect the downstream drainage system and local • Multiple inlet and outlet options, supplied with
HYDRO-BRAKE
environment. They can be integrated into our range of integral sockets as standard allowing quick and OPTIMUM

pipe systems, such as Ridgidrain and Ridgistorm-XL, seamless connection to pipeline

to offer a fully integrated drainage system. • Depths can be tailored to suit project requirements
• Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to
Applications BS EN 14396

RIDGISTORMSeparate Catchpits are pre-fabricated for • Integral lifting points available on request
use in a range of stormwater systems requiring silt and to improve Health and Safety of handling
debris separation and detention. and installation

Performance
RIDGISTORMSeparate Catchpits are fabricated from
Element Value
Ridgistorm-XL pipework, which is manufactured to meet
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
the material requirements of BS EN 13476:2007 (Part 1-3).
Diameter mm 450–3000
TM
Depth To suit requirements

Ap p r o e d
Sump depth To suit (min. 50mm)
PT/284/0609

Material HDPE

Colour Black with blue interior

For the full RIDGISTORMSeparate HDPE is naturally resistant to
datasheets and standard details, Chemical resistance most chemicals associated with
stormwater drainage systems
please visit our website
Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000
[Link]/toolbox

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RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir
and Baffle Chamber
RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir and Baffle Chambers can be installed within new installations or
retrofit into existing drainage systems. They are designed to provide basic silt and oil separation,
retaining these pollutants in the drainage system and protecting downstream systems.

RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir
and Baffle Chamber key benefits
• Separates silt and oil to protect the downstream
drainage network
• Tailor-made, fully-welded, watertight pre-fabricated
chambers to suit project-specific requirements
• One-piece installation, off-site construction - delivered
ready-to-install reducing installation time and costs
• Multiple inlet and outlet options allowing quick
and seamless connection to pipelines
RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir and Baffle Chambers can be
• Depths can be tailored to suit project requirements
integrated into our range of pipe systems, such as Ridgidrain
• Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to BS EN 14396
and Ridgistorm-XL, or even engineered to connect to other
materials to offer a fully integrated drainage system. • Integral lifting points

Applications
TM
RIDGISTORMSeparate Weir and Baffle Chambers
are pre-fabricated for use in a range of stormwater
attenuation and infiltration systems requiring ‘in-line’ Ap p r o e d
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Element Value
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES For the full RIDGISTORMSeparate
Diameter mm 900-3000
datasheets and standard details,
please visit our website
Depth To suit requirements
[Link]/toolbox
Sump depth To suit (min. 50mm)

Material HDPE

Colour Black with blue interior

HDPE is naturally resistant to

Chemical resistance most chemicals associated with
stormwater drainage systems

Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000

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MANHOLES

RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
SILT TRAPS &
RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chambers incorporate both a sump and removable filter unit on CATCHPITS

the chamber outlet to capture silt and debris. The filter unit is easily removed for maintenance
CHALLENGING
purposes and can also be incorporated into Catchpits and Weir and Baffle Chambers. TRADITION
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS

RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter
Chamber key benefits DOWNSTREAM
DEFENDER

• Easily accessible removable filter

• Washable filter unit
• Multiple inlet and outlet options, supplied
FIRST DEFENSE
with integral sockets as standard allowing quick
and seamless connection to pipeline
• Depths can be tailored to suit project
requirements
UP-FLO FILTER
• Step rungs to BS EN 13101 and ladders to
RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chambers can be integrated BS EN 14396
into our range of pipe systems, such as Ridgidrain and • Integral lifting points available on request
Ridgistorm-XL, to offer a fully integrated drainage system. to improve Health and Safety of handling HYDRO-BRAKE
and installation OPTIMUM
Applications
RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chambers are pre-fabricated
for use in a range of stormwater systems requiring silt
and debris separation. Element Value
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Performance
Diameter mm 500-3000
RIDGISTORMSeparate Filter Chambers are fabricated from
Ridgistorm-XL pipework, which is manufactured to meet Depth To suit requirements
the material requirements of BS EN 13476:2007 (Part 1-3).
Sump depth To suit (min. 50mm)

TM Material HDPE

Colour Black with blue interior

Ap p r o e d
PT/284/0609
HDPE is naturally resistant to
Chemical resistance most chemicals associated with
stormwater drainage systems

Inlets/outlets mm 100-3000

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Manufactured by

Downstream Defender ®
Advanced vortex separation maximizes sediment removal while controlling costs.
The Downstream Defender® is an advanced vortex separator used to treat stormwater run-off in
pre-treatment or stand-alone applications. Its unique flow-modifying internal components distinguish
the Downstream Defender® from conventional and simple swirl separators that typically bypass
untreated peak flows to prevent washout of captured pollutants. Its wide treatment flow range, low
headloss, small footprint and low-profile make it a compact and economical solution for capturing
non-point source pollution.

1. Inlet to Pre-cast Vortex Chamber 4. Outlet Pipe

6
2. Cylindrical Baffle 5. Sediment Storage Sump
3. Centre Shaft 6. Access Lid

Applications
• Removal of total suspended solids (TSS), floatable trash 4
and petroleum products from stormwater run-off 3
• New construction or redevelopment of commercial and
residential sites 1 2
• Pollutant hotspots such as maintenance yards, parking lots, gas
stations, streets, highways, airports and transportation hubs
• Site constrained LID or green infrastructure based
developments
• LEED® development projects 5
Performance
Advanced hydrodynamic vortex separation is a complex
hydraulic process that augments gravity separation with low-
energy rotary forces. The flow modifying internal components Fig.1 The Downstream Defender® has internal components

used in the Downstream Defender® harness the energy from designed to maximize pollutant capture and minimize

vortex flow and maximize the time for separation to occur pollutant washout.

while deflecting high scour velocities (Fig.1).

Polluted stormwater is introduced tangentially into the side
of the pre-cast vortex chamber to establish rotational flow.
A cylindrical baffle with an inner centre shaft creates an outer
Downstream Defender®
(magenta arrow) and inner (blue arrow) spiraling column of key benefits
flow and ensures maximum residence time for pollutant travel
• Special internal components maximize pollutant capture
between the inlet and outlet.
and minimize footprint, headloss and washout
Oil, trash and other floating pollutants are captured and • Captures and retains a wide range of TSS particles
stored on the surface of the outer spiraling column. Low
• High peak treatment flow rates
energy vortex motion directs sediment into the protected
• Treats the entire storm with no washout or untreated
sump region. Only after following a long three-dimensional
bypass flows
flow path is the treated stormwater discharged from the
• Low maintenance requirements - no dredging required,
outlet pipe. Maintenance ports at ground level provide access
and no screens or media to block
for easy inspection and clean-out.
• Variable inlet/outlet angles for ease of site layout

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Design Outlet elevation
CATCHPITS

Drainage profile
The Downstream Defender® is designed with a submerged CHALLENGING
TRADITION
tangential inlet to minimize turbulence within the device. RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
Turbulence increases system headlosses and reduces IMPORTANCE
performance by keeping pollutant particles in suspension. OF SUDS

The inlet elevation of the Downstream Defender® is

Inlet elevation
located one inlet pipe diameter lower than the elevation DOWNSTREAM
of the outlet invert (Fig.2). This arrangement ensures DEFENDER
Fig.2 The Downstream Defender® has a submerged
that influent flows are introduced to the treatment
inlet that reduces headloss and improves efficiency
chamber quiescently below the water surface elevation,
of pollutant capture.
minimizing turbulence.
FIRST DEFENSE
The unique flow-modifying internal components also Downstream Defender®

minimize hydraulic losses. There are no internal weirs

or orifices; large clear openings ensure low headloss at
peak flow rates with little risk of blockages that cause
upstream flooding. UP-FLO FILTER
Upstream manhole
Sizing and design
The Downstream Defender® can be used to meet a wide Fig.3a The Downstream Defender® in an online
range of stormwater treatment objectives. It is available configuration.
in 5 pre-cast models that fit easily into the drainage HYDRO-BRAKE
OPTIMUM
network (see table below). Selection and layout of the
Downstream Defender®
appropriate Downstream Defender® model depends
on site hydraulics, site constraints and local regulations.
Both online (Fig.3a) and offline (Fig.3b) configurations
are common.

Wier wall

Fig.3b The Downstream Defender® in an offline

configuration.

DOWNSTREAM DEFENDER® DESIGN CHART

MINIMUM
MODEL PEAK MAXIMUM SEDIMENT STANDARD HEIGHT
OIL STORAGE DISTANCE FROM
NUMBER AND TREATMENT FLOW PIPE STORAGE FROM OUTLET INVERT
CAPACITY OUTLET INVERT TO
DIAMETER RATE DIAMETER CAPACITY TO SUMP FLOOR
TOP OF RIM

ft m cfs L/s in mm gal L yd³ m³ ft m ft m

4 1.2 3.0 85 12 300 70 265 0.70 0.53 2.8 0.85 4.1 1.25
6 1.8 8.0 227 18 450 216 818 2.10 1.61 3.2 0.98 5.9 1.80
8 2.4 15.0 425 24 600 540 2,044 4.65 3.56 4.2 1.28 7.7 2.35
10 3.0 25.0 708 30 750 1,050 3,975 8.70 6.65 5.0 1.52 9.4 2.85
12* 3.7 38.0 1,076 36 900 1,770 6,700 14.70 11.24 5.6 1.71 11.2 3.41

*Not available in all areas. Contact Hydro International for details.

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Manufactured by

First Defense®
Cost-effective stormwater treatment with adaptability to meet demanding site requirements.
The First Defense® is an enhanced vortex separator that combines an effective and economical
stormwater treatment chamber with an integral peak flow bypass. It efficiently removes sediment
total suspended solids (TSS), trash and hydrocarbons from stormwater run-off without washing
out previously captured pollutants. The First Defense® is available in several model configurations
to accommodate a wide range of pipe sizes, peak flows and depth constraints.

1. Inlet Grate (optional) 6. Internal Bypass 1

2. Inlet Chute 7. Outlet Chute
3. Inlet Pipe (optional) 8. Outlet Pipe
4. Floatables Draw Off Slot 9. Oil and Floatables Storage 6
(not pictured) 10. Sediment Storage Sump
2
5. Pre-cast Vortex Chamber 7
3 8
Applications 4
• Stormwater treatment at the point of entry into the
drainage line
9
• Sites constrained by space, topography or drainage profiles
with limited slope and depth of cover
• Retrofit installations where stormwater treatment is placed
5
on or tied into an existing storm drain line
• Pre-treatment for filters, infiltration and storage
10
Performance
The First Defense® has internal components designed to
Fig.1 The First Defense® has internal components designed to
remove and retain gross debris, total suspended solids (TSS)
efficiently capture pollutants and prevent washout at peak flows.
and hydrocarbons (Fig.1).
Contaminated stormwater run-off enters the inlet chute from
a surface grate and/or inlet pipe. The inlet chute introduces
flow into the chamber tangentially to create a low energy
vortex flow regime (magenta arrow) that directs sediment into
First Defense® key benefits
the sump while oils, floating trash and debris rise to the surface. • Inlet options include surface grate or multiple inlet pipes

Treated stormwater exits through a submerged outlet chute • Integral high capacity bypass conveys large peak flows
without the need for “offline” arrangements using
located opposite to the direction of the rotating flow (blue
separate junction manholes
arrow). Enhanced vortex separation is provided by forcing
the rotating flow within the vessel to follow the longest • Proven to prevent pollutant washout at up to 500% of
its treatment flow
path possible rather than directly from inlet to outlet.
• Long flow path through the device ensures a long
Higher flows bypass the treatment chamber to prevent
residence time within the treatment chamber,
turbulence and washout of captured pollutants. An integral
enhancing pollutant settling
bypass conveys infrequent peak flows directly to the outlet
• Delivered to site pre-assembled and ready for
chute, eliminating the need for, and expense of, external
installation
bypass control structures. Floatables are diverted away from
the bypass into the treatment chamber through the floatables
draw off slot.

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Maintenance MANHOLES

The First Defense® needs minimal maintenance, but like

RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
all structural best management practices maintenance is
SILT TRAPS &
necessary for the long-term protection of the environment. CATCHPITS
Sediments captured by the First Defense® are stored in the
sump; floatable trash and hydrocarbons are stored on CHALLENGING
the surface of the standing water. A commercially or TRADITION
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
municipally owned sump-vac is used to remove captured THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
sediment and floatables (Fig.2). OF SUDS

More information can be found in the First Defense®

Operation and Maintenance Manual, available at
DOWNSTREAM
[Link]/us/products/first-defense. DEFENDER

Sizing and design

Design options for inlet and internal bypass arrangements
FIRST DEFENSE
For maximum flexibility the First Defense® inlet and
internal bypass arrangements are available in several
Fig.2 Maintenance is performed with a standard sump vac.
configurations (Fig.3a - 3c). Model parameters and
design criteria are shown in the table below.
UP-FLO FILTER

HYDRO-BRAKE
OPTIMUM

Fig.3a Inlet configurations for all Fig.3b First Defense®-4HC with Fig.3c First Defense®-6DB with
models include options for inlet higher capacity internal bypass higher capacity dual internal bypass
grates and multiple inlet pipes. and larger maximum pipe diameter. and larger maximum pipe diameter.

FIRST DEFENSE® MODELS AND DESIGN CRITERIA

TYPICAL FLOW RATES MINIMUM MINIMUM STANDARD
FOR TSS TREATMENT MAXIMUM
MODEL PEAK ONLINE OIL STORAGE SEDIMENT DISTANCE FROM DISTANCE FROM
DIAMETER PIPE
NUMBER FLOW RATE CAPACITY STORAGE OUTLET TO TOP OUTLET INVERT
DIAMETER
106µm 230µm CAPACITY2 OF RIM3 TO SUMP FLOOR1

ft / m cfs / L/s cfs / L/s cfs / L/s in / mm gal / L yd³ / m³ ft / m ft / m

FD-4 6.0 / 170 18 / 457 3.1 / 1.07
4 / 1.2 0.7 / 20 1.2 / 34 180 / 681 0.23 / 0.18 5.0 / 1.52
FD-4HC 15.0 / 425 24 / 610 2.3-4.0 / 0.7-1.2
FD-6 18.0 / 510 24 / 610
6 / 1.8 2.2 / 63 3.8 / 108 420 / 1,590 0.52 / 0.40 4.0 / 1.22 6.0 / 1.83
FD-6DB 25.0 / 708 30 / 762
1 Contact Hydro International when larger pipe sizes are required.
2 Contact Hydro International when custom sediment storage capacity is required.
3 The minimum distance for the 4HC and 6DB models depends on pipe diameter.

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Manufactured by

Up-Flo ® Filter
Highest stormwater quality. Lowest upkeep.
The Up-Flo® Filter is a multi-stage stormwater treatment system that combines pre-reatment with
fluidized bed filtration technology for superior filtration rates and media longevity. The Up-Flo® Filter
optimizes the balance between high treatment performance and total cost of ownership.

1
1. Inlet grate (pictured) or 5. Bypass Hood/Siphon
Inlet Pipe (not shown) 6. Outlet Module with Drain 2
2. Pre-cast Filtration Chamber Down Filter
3. Filter Module 7. Pollutant Storage Sump
4. 4mm Screening 8. Media bags 5
3 6
4 8
Applications
• Removal of sediment, nutrients and metals from run-off
• Source control for redevelopment or new construction
7
Fig.1 The Up-Flo® Filter includes
• Treatment downstream of Water Quality Volume
sedimentation, screening and filtration in a single device.
detention systems
• Sites operating under an industrial or multi-sector
general permits Filter Module components
• Protection for groundwater recharge systems Each Filter Module contains two filter bags containing an
• LEED® construction projects engineered media mix designed to optimize pollutant removal
by evenly spreading the flow across the entire surface area.
How it works
Lid with integral
1. Pre-treatment: Oil and floatables rise to the surface while media restraint

sediment settles in the sump.

Conveyance slot
2. Screening: Flow is directed upward through an angled (to outlet module)

screen to remove debris before entering the filter module.

3. Filtration: Water flows upwards through engineered a
media bags (see Fig.2) before leaving the outlet module Flow distributing
media
to be discharged through the outlet pipe.
4mm screening
During peak flows, excess water is siphoned through the
yellow bypass hood which also prevents the escape of oil and b Upward flow path

trash. As water levels return to normal, captured pollutants Media bed - Engineered filter media
are washed off media bags, preventing blinding and
Fig.2 Engineered media mixes, include (a) CPZ™ Mix for TSS,
prolonging media life.
Nutrients, Metals and Organics removal or (b) Hydro Filter
Sand for TSS, Particle-bound Nutrients, and Metals removal.

Up-Flo® key benefits

• Sedimentation, screening and filtration in one structure • Economical media bag replacement process requires
• Upflow fluidised bed technology prevents clogging neither heavy lifting equipment nor purchase of entirely
of filter media new cartridge

• Includes an integral high flow bypass and trap for oils • Independently verified through TARP field monitoring
and trash program

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MANHOLES

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SILT TRAPS &
UP-FLO® FILTER DIMENSIONS CATCHPITS

MAXIMUM INLET/ MAXIMUM MAXIMUM

SUMP OPERATING
CHAMBER DIAMETER FILTER HEIGHT OUTLET PIPE TREATMENT
DEPTH HEAD
MODULES DROP DIAMETER FLOW CHALLENGING
TRADITION
ft / m No. ft / m ft / m ft / m in / mm ft / m cfs / L/s
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
Round Manhole 4 / 1.2 6 7.5 / 2.29 3.0 / 0.91 15 / 375 THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
6 x 8 / 1.8 x 2.4 7 OF SUDS
0.056 cfs
Rectangular 6 x 13 / 1.8 x 3.9 18 0.8 / 0.24 2.5 / 0.76
6.5 / 1.98 2.0 / 0.60 24 / 609 per module
Vault 8.5 x 13 / 2.5 x 3.9 36
DOWNSTREAM
15 x 13 / 4.5 x 3.9 54 DEFENDER

Sizing and design

The modular design of the Up-Flo® Filter ensures that FIRST DEFENSE

project specific treatment goals are easily met. Standard

and typical dimensions listed above. Use our sizing
calculator to determine appropriate site-specific sizing.
F B UP-FLO FILTER

D
E Maintenance
Easy: Maintenance is simple with easy access to the sump
and replaceable media packs. A vactor truck is used to
C remove sediment and debris from the sump (Fig.4a). HYDRO-BRAKE
OPTIMUM
Light in weight: Unlike other filter systems whose media
cartridges weigh upwards of 250lbs, our light-weight media
bags can be manually replaced without removing the entire
A module (Fig.4b).

Fig.3 Key dimensions of the Up-Flo® Filter.

Fig.4a Sediment is removed with a standard vactor truck. Fig.4b Media bags are replaced manually with no heavy
lifting equipment required.

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Manufactured by

Hydro-Brake ® Optimum
The Hydro-Brake® Optimum is Hydro International’s flagship passive flow control device and the most
advanced vortex flow control available. Hydro-Brake® Optimum is the only vortex flow control for
which the head and discharge relationship can be fine-tuned to optimise your design. Designers can
size a Hydro-Brake® Optimum to achieve the perfect hydraulic performance curve and engineer the
best possible passive flow control performance.

Applications
• Surface water management and SuDS
• Combined drainage systems and CSOs
• Watercourse flood prevention
• Sewer network optimisation
• Wastewater treatment plants

Performance
There is no equivalent: Hydro-Brake® Optimum dispenses with
the need to choose from a range of sizes and types and
instead offers built-in flexibility to size each unit for absolute
fit. Each Hydro-Brake Optimum® is individually-sized, so you
achieve performance without compromise for every project.
Future-proofed: Hydro-Brake® Optimum can be supplied
Maximise storage savings: The increased hydraulic efficiency with an adjustable inlet so flows can be altered by up to 40%
of the Hydro-Brake® Optimum means you can reduce on-site post-installation, to allow for future changes in operating
storage by up to 15% than if an alternative vortex control is conditions, for example as a result of site expansion or
used. With reduced storage, you can lower construction and climate change.
excavation costs as well as saving project time and overall
Flow control chamber: A Hydro-Brake® Optimum flow control
land-use.
can be supplied pre-fitted in a pre-cast reinforced concrete
Best value for every project: Selecting the superior performance chamber. Custom options including high level emergency
of Hydro-Brake® Optimum does not mean a higher cost for bypass, rodding pipe and removable units are also available.
your project. On the contrary, because your upstream storage
can be fine-tuned to achieve the smallest volumes, construction,
excavation and material costs are reduced.
Easy to install: Hydro-Brake® Optimum comes with a range
Hydro-Brake® key benefits
of installation options and accessories to make construction
and installation as simple as possible. • No external energy source

Setting the standard: The Hydro-Brake® Optimum is the • No moving parts

culmination of more than 35 years of research and development • Future-proof
by Hydro International, and the company continues to take
• Large outlet clearances prevent blockages
an international lead in vortex technology and expertise.
• Minimal Maintenance
Hydro-Brake® Optimum is the only vortex flow control to
be independently certified by BBA and WRc. • Easy to Install
Minimal maintenance: With up to 20% larger outlet
clearances compared to other vortex devices, there is
TM
significantly less risk of blockage with a Hydro-Brake®
Optimum. With no power source or moving parts, it offers
BBA
APPROVAL
minimal, predictable maintenance. INSPECTION
TESTING
CERTIFICATION
Ap p r o e d
CERTIFICATE No. 08/4598 PT/329/0412

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SILT TRAPS &
Hydro-Brake® Flow Control Series Selection Guide CATCHPITS

The Hydro-Brake® Flow Control Series is a versatile toolbox for surface water, fluvial, foul water, and sewer network flow
CHALLENGING
control. No matter what the site and budget, every flow control offers the same precision-engineered performance. TRADITION
RIDGISTORMSEPARATE
THE GROWING
CHAMBERS
IMPORTANCE
UP-FLO® FILTER DIMENSIONS OF SUDS
HYDRO-BRAKE® HYDRO-BRAKE® HYDRO-BRAKE® HYDRO-BRAKE®
FEATURES
FLOOD ALLEVIATION OPTIMUM AGILE ORIFICE

ft / m No. ft / m ft / m DOWNSTREAM
DEFENDER
For watercourses; Most sites, from Constrained sites Unconstrained sites
Suitability Flood storage very low to very with stringent with generous
reservoirs high flow rates discharge consents discharge consents

Flow Range (l/s) * 550 - 12000 0.7 - 550 4.5 - 35 2.5 - 100
FIRST DEFENSE
Head Range (m) * 1.5 - 10 0.4 - 4.0 0.5 - 1.4 0.25 - 2.0

Ability to Match
N/A Very good Good Not suited to all sites
Greenfield Discharge Rate

Moving Parts No No Yes No

UP-FLO FILTER
External Power Requirement No No No No

Constant Discharge No No Yes No

On-site Storage Low Low Very Low Unconstrained

HYDRO-BRAKE
OPTIMUM
Risk of Blockage Very Low Very Low Not suited to all sites Not suited to all sites

*Flows and heads outside of these ranges may be possible (contact Hydro International to discuss).

Expert Design Support Consultancy

No matter how big or small the project, Hydro Hydro International’s Consultancy team is available for
International’s professional engineers are on hand to civil engineering, flood risk management and hydraulic
provide free support to designers and specifiers to aid system modelling for new and retrofit development,
with the correct selection and configuration of Hydro fluvial or wastewater treatment plant projects.
flow controls for each project design.

Our dedicated design support team advises on best-

Documentation
practice sizing, flow and storage calculations for the Our dedicated design support team can assist with the
Hydro-Brake® Flow Control Series within your surface output of hydraulic data to support your system design
water, fluvial, sewer or wastewater plant design. and dimensioned installation drawings, as well as
advising on successful integration with other Hydro
International water treatment and storage products.

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Land drainage
Excess water can lead to restricted land access, reduced crop yields, soil erosion and environmental
damage, making effective drainage a critical component of any water management scheme.

Landcoil drainage systems

Our Landcoil range is specifically designed to aid in the
successful management of land water. It offers significant
improvements in areas where poor drainage negatively affects
ground quality, from agricultural applications requiring
enhanced soil conservation or crop production capabilities;
to sports and leisure projects struggling with waterlogged
sections of pitch or turf. Manufactured in one of the UK’s
largest dedicated manufacturing facilities, our PVCu Landcoil
range includes a choice of diameters, colours and coil lengths.
It is also durable, easy to install, carries the BS 4962 quality
Kitemark and is supported by an extensive range of fittings.

BS4962
KM55701
Certificate number
KM06710

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CHALLENGING
TRADITION

THE GROWING
IMPORTANCE
OF SUDS
Land drainage
key benefits
• Full range of pipes and fittings
in sizes from 60-200mm
• Kitemarked to BS 4962
(blue coil and couplers only)
• Blue as standard, also available
in black
• Perforated and unperforated
options available
• Flexible, durable and easy
to install
• Extremely cost-effective
• Supported by a full range
of fittings
• Manufactured from PVCu

Contents
SECTION 6 Land drainage
Land drainage 102 - 103

For more technical information

and dimensions on Land drainage
please visit our website
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Company overview
Polypipe is the UK’s largest plastic pipe systems manufacturer, employing over 2,000 people
with an increasing international presence in the Middle East.

Unrivalled service Market leadership

At Polypipe, we design, manufacture and deliver some of As a respected industry leader, Polypipe continues to develop
the most advanced thermoplastic products and systems innovative products and solutions to meet changing market
available. Through our commitment to industry expertise and needs and growing demands. Customers trust us to provide fully
our dedication to the highest standards of quality, we not only engineered solutions for the growing diversity and complexity
provide superior products, but superior standards of service. of the construction challenges they face. We have a significant
Our Support Teams are here to help you at every stage of UK manufacturing base that guarantees availability through
your project, from planning through to maintenance. Through a nationwide network of stockists and a dedicated, owned
our sustainability drive you can rest assured that by using a and managed logistics fleet.
Polypipe product, you are ensuring that your project takes
the utmost environmental considerations into account. Brand values
At Polypipe, we seek to deliver constant improvements
The broadest product range in construction industry best practice by leading the way in
Offering well over 20,000 product lines, Polypipe has an product research and innovation, employing and retaining
enviable reputation amongst installers, contractors, stockists some of the most respected experts in the field and delivering
and specifiers for being able to provide exactly the right the highest standards of customer service, value and reliability.
solution for any project. With over 100 product systems, We also define and drive quality in pipe manufacture and
our unmatched portfolio offers dependable, innovative performance and use leading-edge technology to deliver
solutions for pressure and non-pressure applications, whole-life value and sustainability by providing systems
enabling the movement of water, air, power, chemicals engineered to perform.
and telecommunications throughout the built environment.

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INNOVATION
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POLYPIPE
PROJECT AND
TECHNICAL
SUPPORT

TECHNICAL
RESOURCES

ENABLING
SUSTAINABLE
THE GROWING
BUILDING
IMPORTANCE
TECHNOLOGY
OF SUDS
ONLINE TECHNICAL
RESOURCE

Contents
SECTION 7 The company
Company overview 104 - 105

Innovation and research 106 - 107

Polypipe project and technical support 108 - 109

Technical resources 110 - 111

Enabling sustainable building technology 112

Online technical resource 113

The European Plastic Pipes and Fittings Association

Channelling Performance

Q 06225 EMS 535794

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Innovation and research

At Polypipe, we always aim to bring innovative new products to the market in direct response
to our customers’ needs, requirements and feedback.

Challenging convention
We have always challenged convention by exploring new ways to meet the needs of the
construction industry. Chief among them has been the development of thermoplastic
piping systems to replace traditional concrete and clay materials. This results in solutions
that are lighter in weight whilst also being tougher and more adaptable, ultimately
making them more sustainable. Our priority is to always provide the industry with
robust and innovative solutions that meet the demanding performance criteria of
today’s construction projects.

Customer driven innovation

We look to do things efficiently and to the highest standards, not only acting on
customer requirements but also being proactive with project demands and meeting
all changes in legislation. We value process innovation, strong manufacturing
investment and product development. However, our prime concern is always to
deliver the very highest quality for our customers in manufacturing, materials,
service and supply.

Expert staff
Our materials and product development specialists represent some of the leading
authorities in the industry. Many even have actively engaged trade bodies including
the British Plastic Federation (BPF), ICE, SoPHE, CIRIA and CIBSE, as well as other local
and regional building associations. It is their knowledge and experience that allows
us to offer the very highest standards of product design and development.

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INNOVATION
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POLYPIPE
PROJECT AND
TECHNICAL
SUPPORT

TECHNICAL
RESOURCES

ENABLING
SUSTAINABLE
THE GROWING
BUILDING
IMPORTANCE
TECHNOLOGY
OF SUDS
ONLINE TECHNICAL
RESOURCE

Quality control
We invest heavily in research and new production technology. This allows us to
provide more precise performance specifications, greater reliability and high quality
products that are BBA, BSI Kitemark and WRc approved. Supporting our product
accreditations, our business systems are regularly assessed by BSI to ensure we maintain
our BS EN ISO 9001:2008 and BS EN ISO 14001:2004 certifications. This ensures we conform
to regulatory requirements and that we provide greener credentials for our products.

Testing and certification

We work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure our products meet all UK and
international regulations for performance and sustainability; a vital consideration in an
industry where compliance and certification are absolute priorities. Wherever possible,
our products are covered by third party accreditations, including BBA, BSI Kitemark etc.

UNITED
KINGDOM
ACCREDITATION
SERVICE
ISO 9001

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Polypipe project and technical support

10

LONG TERM
ALLOWANCES
9
Sustainable solutions
designed to provide
the appropriate design
life and durability.

MAINTENANCE
GUIDANCE
Full maintenance guidance
available from our Water
Management Solutions
Technical Team.

8 POLYP
INTELLI
ON-SITE
ENGINE
GUIDANCE
Dedicated Product
Support Team on-hand
to offer advice and 7
support on-site.

INSTALLATION 6
SERVICES
Detailed installation guides offer
contractors and groundworkers
defined parameters to help
when installing our products.
We work with preferred supply
and fit partners to deliver HEALTH & SAFETY
a complete installation service
Products are designed with
if desired.
Health and Safety in mind
and full guidance for
the safe handling and
storage of our products
is available.

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INNOVATION
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POLYPIPE
PROJECT AND
TECHNICAL
SUPPORT

TECHNICAL
RESOURCES

1 ENABLING
SUSTAINABLE
THE GROWING
BUILDING
IMPORTANCE
TECHNOLOGY
OF SUDS
ONLINE TECHNICAL
RESOURCE

PLANNING
2
Civil Engineers and Drainage
Specialists on-hand to offer
guidance on appropriate
project solutions.

DESIGN
Design assistance utilising
CAD, microdrainage and
deformation calculations
available at every stage
of the project.
3

PIPE
IGENT PRODUCT PERFORMANCE
CALCULATIONS
EERING Project specific design calculations
can be provided to support our
solutions and ensure effective
long-term performance.

5 PRODUCT SOLUTION
Utilising best engineering
practice combined with the
knowledge of the latest
legislation and standards
to specify the most
MODULARISATION appropriate solution.

Off-site manufacture using

modern methods of
fabrication. A wide range of
bespoke pre-fabricated
chambers and fittings
from our in-house
Fabrications Team.

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Technical resources
At Polypipe, we offer a comprehensive selection of downloadable product and technical literature that
is available on our website to provide you with detailed information about our systems and solutions.

Brochures and technical manuals

We provide an extensive range of brochures and technical
manuals, which contain topics including:

• Structural design
• Hydraulic performance
• Chemical resistance
• Applications
• Installation guidance
• Maintenance
• Structural performance
• Pollution control
• Minimum cover depths

Technical bulletins
These bulletins offer an overview of the benefits offered by our
[Link]/toolbox products and guidance on the typical applications they can be
used for as well as explanations of compliance requirements.

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INNOVATION
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POLYPIPE
PROJECT AND
TECHNICAL
SUPPORT

TECHNICAL
RESOURCES

ENABLING
SUSTAINABLE
THE GROWING
BUILDING
IMPORTANCE
TECHNOLOGY
OF SUDS
ONLINE TECHNICAL
RESOURCE

Technical Centre Installation guides, Health and

The Polypipe Technical Centre in Dubai is designed to Safety and COSHH datasheets
enhance knowledge and demonstrate the movement
Guidance for easy, safe product handling, loading,
and management of water. Our state-of-the-art training
off-loading and installation is available along with
facility will give you a unique insight into the future of
product safety information (COSHH) – supported by
how water can be managed more effectively in today’s
materials safety datasheets – which are also available
fast moving and developing construction industry.
to download from our website.

Standards, approvals Case studies

and certifications Our website provides a broad range of recent case
Available to download are all the BBA and WRc certificates studies, including everything from infrastructure projects
needed to support your specification or contract. for roads, motorways, airports and energy, residential
developments, education and commercial buildings.

Specification clauses, CAD

drawings and technical datasheets
Our toolbox contains downloadable CAD drawings and
specification clauses to ensure full design, manufacture
and installation compliance, plus a full range of technical
datasheets covering every product.

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Enabling sustainable building technology

At Polypipe, we provide plastic piping systems that enable the effective installation and performance
of sustainable building technology, helping meet the twin global challenges of carbon reduction and
water management.

Water management solutions Sector focus

Roof to River Our product systems respond directly to sector-specific
requirements thanks to focused Technical and Development
Offering a comprehensive range of standalone and
Teams with hands on expertise in the following areas:
modular SuDS products, rainwater harvesting and surface
water treatment solutions, plus legislative and technical Civils and Infrastructure
support services, our water management solutions team Delivering performance and sustainability, our surface water
address the requirements of every construction and civil drainage and cable management systems, supported by our
engineering project. in-house Fabrications Team, offer civils and infrastructure
project planners a complete suite of solutions.
Carbon efficient solutions Buildings
Sustainable indoor environments We offer the broadest range of residential product and service
Ever stricter building regulations and an increasing number solutions, as well as innovative solutions in response to legislative
of environmentally conscious customers are driving the and industry targets for more sustainable developments. This
demand for greener building products and technologies. includes major commercial projects from car parks and high rise
We fulfill this demand with a full range of systems that office and residential buildings to hospitals, educational premises
enable collection, transmission, emission and control in and shopping centres which have all benefited from our range
heating, ventilation and cooling systems. of value engineered products and comprehensive service support.

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INNOVATION
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POLYPIPE
PROJECT AND
TECHNICAL

Online technical resource

SUPPORT

TECHNICAL
RESOURCES

Product literature Solutions literature Applications literature ENABLING

SUSTAINABLE
THE GROWING
BUILDING
IMPORTANCE
TECHNOLOGY
OF SUDS
ONLINE TECHNICAL
RESOURCE

Data sheets Certificates

Find us online
To stay in touch with the latest news, case studies and literature from Polypipe.

News Case studies Literature [Link]/middleeast

All descriptions and illustrations in this publication are intended for guidance only and shall not constitute a ‘sale by description’. All dimensions given are nominal and Polypipe may modify
and change the information, products and specifications from time to time for a variety of reasons, without prior notice. The information in this publication is provided ‘as is’ on May 2017.
Updates will not be issued automatically. This information is not intended to have any legal effect, whether by way of advice, representation or warranty (express or implied). We accept no
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trademark of Polypipe. All Polypipe products are protected by Design Right under CDPA 1988. Copyright © 2017 Polypipe. All rights reserved.

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