Wavin’s New AquaCell NG System – With Built In Flexibility
To help manage excessive rainfall and improve climate resilience, Wavin, one of Ireland’s leading plumbing and drainage solutions providers, has expanded its innovative AquaCell range of infiltration /attenuation tanks with the addition of the new AquaCell NG. Designed to give contractors maximum flexibility on site, the system delivers considerable benefits.
Next Generation Performance
The Wavin AquaCell NG system is produced using 100% recycled polypropylene and, in order to boost sustainability across all stages of a project, is fully recyclable at end of life. The design of the lightweight, compact, stackable unit delivers significant space savings, meaning site storage and transportation is reduced. In fact, the AquaCell NG system requires four times less storage space on site, allows for four times more units in each delivery, and requires four times less unloading time than previous systems. This results in both significant environmental and cost benefits.
With modern construction top of mind, this new independently tested and certified system delivers a huge advance in the speed of attenuation tank construction. Aided by push-fit connections and a tool-free build, the new system is three times faster to install than previous generations of AquaCell, while continuing to offer the same volume capacity. A distinctive circular guide on top of each unit helps ensure correct orientation and right-first-time installation. These built-in efficiencies mean less time spent on the excavation area, improving on-site safety for construction teams. In addition, open inspection channels, with no internal walls, enable the deployment of inspection and cleaning equipment.
Flexibility on Site
As the Wavin Aquacell NG system has recently launched in Ireland, it’s interesting to see how it has been successfully applied on two quite different projects in the UK. Demonstrating the system’s flexibility, both projects posed specific challenges in terms of space, efficiency and the required installation time frame.
Firstly, a 110 home residential site in Nottinghamshire, for which main contractor M&J Evans needed a stormwater management system that was sustainable, easy to install and fit for the long term. With so many homes being built on site, the contractor needed to work quickly and efficiently without impacting other trades. There was limited storage on site and limited access times for delivery owing to the busy nature of the build. Installation also took place during a very cold December with temperatures dropping to as low as -7°, so for the safety of the installation team, the system had to be quick and easy to install. Wavin Aquacell NG was selected and successfully installed in just five days, covering an area of 560m3.
Secondly, a development by Wain Homes in Wiltshire, was on a site that presented significant design and technical challenges. Five attenuation tanks were required but site restrictions meant space was limited and design needed to be carefully optimised. Key to the project was the tank’s approval by Wessex Water. Working with Wavin’s Aquacell NG system meant fewer deliveries to site thanks to its compact design, less excavation time on site and easier handling, supporting both efficiency and health and safety. This combination of speed, sustainablility and long-term assurance meant that Wessex Water approval was achieved.
To find out how the Wavin Aquacell NG system can impact your next project, for installation videos and more or see www.wavin.ie