ViaCon Storm Solutions
Flood prevention and groundwater infiltration
With climate change intensifying, cities are increasingly confronted with challenges, such as sudden and unpredictable flooding. To maintain the functionality of urban infrastructure, even during heavy rainfall, effective stormwater management is essential.
Urban planners are recognising the critical role of stormwater retention, infiltration, and surface drainage in sustainable city planning. Underground water tanks play a key role in flood prevention and groundwater infiltration, ensuring efficient management of excess water.
Large stadiums, for example, rely on water tanks to handle heavy rainfall without the risk of flooding. By capturing and storing rainwater, these systems help keep playing fields in optimal condition while contributing to sustainable water management. This approach benefits both the environment and the experience of fans, creating a practical and eco-friendly solutions.
Customisation & value engineering
ViaCon’s bespoke solutions combine retention, infiltration, and carrier piping creates cost-effective solutions that reduce space requirements and eliminate the need for extra manholes. Our pipes can be custom made in different diameters and lengths.
Cost advantages
Take advantage of total cost advantage versus competing materials, such as plastics and concrete for larger projects subject to loads, water contamination, and space constraints.
Supporting sustainability goals
Up to 70% reduced CO2e footprint when compared to similar solutions made of other materials. Steel is also environmentally friendly as it is 100% reusable.
Time-saving installations with easy maintenance access
Experience up to 80% faster installation, paired with simple maintenance through standard manholes—making our solution a practical, cost-effective, and sustainable choice for stormwater management.
Applications:
- Data centres
- Parking lots
- Roads
- Warehouses
- Logistics centres
- Parks
- Housing
- Schools
- Supermarkets
Steel: The smarter choice
The strength and sustainability of steel provides durability and lifespan advantages for construction projects.
Twinstore tanks
ViaCon TwinStore uses geomembrane-lined excavations, perforated geotextile-wrapped joints, and stone backfill to minimize footprint and maximize stormwater storage.
3-in-1 Solution
Intelligent Water Management with Smart Tanks
Elevate your stormwater management from passive storage to proactive control with ViaCon’s smart tanks. Equipped with advanced sensors, real-time monitoring, and automated control systems, our smart tanks provide unparalleled insight and efficiency. These systems can dynamically adjust water levels based on weather forecasts, prevent overflows, and optimize discharge rates to protect downstream infrastructure. Receive instant alerts and detailed performance data, enabling predictive maintenance and ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency at all times. This is the next generation of resilient and intelligent water infrastructure.
A stormwater attenuation tank is engineered to gather and retain surplus surface water runoff during significant storm events. Subsequently, the water is discharged from the storage tank at a regulated pace, typically through a controlled flow mechanism.
Underground attenuation tanks are indispensable for urban stormwater management, mitigating the effects of heavy rainfall on local communities and the environment. They play a pivotal role in preventing flooding, erosion, and water pollution, while fostering more effective and sustainable water resource management practices.
During periods of heavy rainfall, stormwater attenuation tanks collect and store excess rainwater runoff from impermeable surfaces such as roofs, roads, and parking lots. The stored water is then slowly released into the drainage system or nearby watercourses through an outlet pipe or controlled release mechanism. This controlled release helps alleviate pressure on downstream drainage systems and reduces the risk of flash flooding.
Determining the size of an underground attenuation tank involves considering various factors, such as the site’s location, depth of the drainage system, storm return period, soil type, and infiltration rate. Location plays a crucial role in estimating the average annual rainfall in the area.
Our attenuation tank installation process is engineered for speed, efficiency, and reliability, significantly reducing on-site complexity and project timelines. The process follows a clear, structured methodology from delivery to final commissioning.
Step 1: Site Preparation and Delivery
The process begins with the prepared excavation site. Our tank components, including any factory-fitted accessories like access shafts, ladders, and inlet/outlet connections, are delivered directly to your site, ready for immediate assembly. This minimizes the need for extensive on-site fabrication.
Step 2: Excavation and Placement
A suitable site is excavated according to the project specifications. The lightweight, modular components of the tank are then placed or lowered into the excavation. This straightforward “set-in-place” method is a key reason our installations are up to 80% faster than traditional cast-in-place solutions.
Step 3: Assembly and Backfilling
Once in position, the tank components are secured. The area around the tank is then carefully backfilled with suitable material to secure the structure and ensure its long-term stability and load-bearing capacity.
Step 4: Connection and Commissioning
With the tank securely in place, it is connected to the existing upstream and downstream drainage systems or natural watercourses. The final step involves calibrating any flow control mechanisms to the precise discharge rate required for the site, ensuring the system performs optimally from day one. This streamlined process ensures minimal disruption and a fully functional system in a fraction of the time.
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