CETCO Aquadrain® Sheet Drainage
Simple, Reliable, Cost-Effective Alternative to Aggregate Drainage
Description
Aquadrain drainage composite is a two-part prefabricated sheet drain consisting of a 3 dimensional propylene formed dimple core covered with a woven polypropylene filter fabric bonded to one side. The formed dimple core provides compressive strength and collects water for flow to drainage discharge pipes. This filter fabric allows water and other liquids to pass into the drainage core while restricting the passage of soil particles. The filter fabric is bonded to each dimple to minimise fabric intrusion into the core resulting from backfill pressure. The polypropylene core resists chemical attack and degradation in soil.
Advantages Over Aggregate Drainage
Sheet Drainage Offers The Following Advantages Over Aggregate:
Low Installed Cost - Combined installation and material cost is usually less than half that for stone and pipe drainage.
Predictable Performance - Uniform properties and application coverage provide predictable drainage performance.
Easy To Handle And Install - Lightweight, easy-to-handle prefabricated drain sheet is installed quickly. No heavy equipment or skilled laborers are required.
High Flow Capacity – Three-dimensional structure of core provides multiple channels for vertical and horizontal water flow.
No Clogging – Geotextile filter fabric permits high volume passage of water into the core while retaining soil particles.
Strong And Durable - Crush strength of core resists damage during installation and from soil pressures. High tear and puncture strength of fabric insures no damage during backfilling or use.
Reduces Drainage Space Requirements – Thin profile requires much less space than aggregate drainage.
Reduces Deadload Weight on Decks – Thin, light-weight composite weighs far less than aggregate drainage thus greatly decreasing deadload weight on decks.
Zero Lot Line Applications – Easy installation, thin profile, and uniform properties make it ideal for use on lagging walls.
Inexpensive to Transport and Store – Light-weight rolls are less expensive to transport and do not require large job site space for storage or staging.
Chemically Resistant - Both the core and geotextile are resistant to all naturally-occurring soil materials.
Simple Inspection - Easy visual inspection of material and installation is possible.
Direct Discharge Connection – Sheet drain can be directly connected to base drain collection and discharge system.
When Aquadrain is used with waterproofing it enhances the waterproofing system by collecting and transporting water away, as well as, provides protection - especially during backfill.
Applications
Aquadrain is a cost-effective drainage sheet designed to replace or complement aggregate drainage backfills. It is designed primarily for horizontal split-slab and plaza deck construction where pedestrian and light vehicular traffic will be experienced. Other applications include bridge abutments, tunnels and under interior floor slabs. Aquadrain comes in a variety of grades for different applications depending on traffic flows and compressive strength/flow capacity required.
To select the correct grade, please refer to the product selection table by clicking here.
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AQUADRAIN® PRODUCT SELECTION
APPLICATION |
SELECTION |
| Foundation Walls | Aquadrain® 18H |
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Retaining Walls |
Aquadrain® 18H |
| Planters | Aquadrain® 18H |
| Earth Covered Roofs | Aquadrain® 18H |
| Earth Covered Tunnel Roofs | Aquadrain® 18H |
| Split-Slab Plaza Deck | Aquadrain® 20H, 30H or G20 |
| Split-Slab Plaza Deck (Pedestrian) | Aquadrain® 20H |
| Split-Slab Plaza Deck (Light Vehicular) | Aquadrain® 30H or G20 |
| Split-Slab Plaza Deck (Heavy Vehicular) | Aquadrain® G20 |
| Property Line Shoring Walls | Aquadrain® 18H |
BASE DRAIN |
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| Foundation and Retaining Walls | Aquadrain® 100BD |
| Property Line Shoring Walls / Shotcrete | Aquadrain® 100BD |
