AquaForm UK enkeltsidet by GH Form

Only linear drainage system produced in Denmark

GH Form markets the Aquaform® range of rainwater diversion and drainage products.

Via an EU Regional Development Fund project, “Investing in our shared future”, Provice (Danish process consultants) analysed GH Form’s products.

“In our analysis, we compared GH Form products and products from a European competitor to quantify the impact of using 100 % recycled iron produced at the Ferrofoss foundry (owned by GH Form). We conclude that using 100 % reclaimed iron is indeed significant to the foundry’s total environmental impact. The production of one GH Form linear drainage grate emits 3.58 kg CO2, whereas the carbon footprint of a comparable product produced by a European competitor is 14.59 kg CO2”

A comparable European competitor uses 35 % reclaimed iron and 65 % iron ore and has also higher transport costs. The calculations were made in the SimaPro LCA calculation tool. Our carbon footprint is calculated in a cradle-to- grave perspective. It is based on one GH Form Aquaform® linear drainage grate weighing 5.5 kg compared to a corresponding European competitor product.

GH Form and the UN Global Environment Goals

We strive to comply with the UN Global Environment Goals. We focus on certain goals: 7, 8, 11 and 12:

No. 7

Affordable and Clean Energy

The most sustainable energy is energy that we don’t use. We strive consistently to minimise our energy consumption by investing in energy-efficient technology and optimising the amount of energy we use for heating and melting iron.

No. 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

We are proud to say that we are a great place to work. We respect our employees and believe it is important to meet their needs. We create economic growth via good design and sustainable production.

No. 11

Sustainable Cities and Communities

Via sustainable production processes, we make a positive contribution to tomorrow’s urban spaces. Good design is only sustainable if it is appreciated. By diverting rainwater into stylish and attractive linear drainage grates, Aquaform® helps making society sustainable.

No. 12

Responsible Consumption and Production

Aquaform® maintains an especially sustainable consumption of materials. We use only recycled materials from other production sites on Zealand (a Danish island). We deploy the most eco-friendly method of melting steel when we make cast iron in electric ovens.

About Aquaform® Linear drainage with concealed frames

Linear drainage

All standard Aquaform® grates were originally developed to order for projects and designed in collaboration with Danish and Swedish architects for:

Købmagergade, Copenhagen

Kalvebod Brygge, Copenhagen

Sluseholmen, Copenhagen

Vadstena, Sweden

Frederiksberg town centre

Aarhus harbour and river

Pedestrian street, Aarhus

Mora, Sweden

Pedestrian street, Hørsholm

Pedestrian street, Horsens

Pedestrian street, Sønderborg

Skovbakken residential housing, Frederiksværk

Valby Have residential and commercial district

Täby Torv urban space, Sweden

Aquaform® linear drainage systems are high quality drainage products. The underlying channel and frame are always concealed. The frame is therefore adequately protected from knocks and damage. Only the grate, encased in surfacing on both sides, is visible in the urban space.

Aquaform® produces attractive linear drainage grates encased in surfacing on both sides — with no concealed frames

16 Vadstena linear

19 Klima

Pedestrian street in Horsens, Denmark

Linear drainage and surfacing

Campus linear drainage

Campus linear drainage and paving slab are made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the linear drainage grate or paving slab to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate/ paving slab is in place on the channel. The grate and paving slab are designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate/paving slab. When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be attached to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

GH Form produces Campus linear drainage elements to order with a customised radius, i.e. so that the grate/paving slab are seated tight in the longitudinal direction.

At entrances and other transitions, it is often an advantage to combine the band of Campus linear drainage grates with Campus paving slabs.

SLA.11.5502

SLA.11.5526

SLA.11.5505

SLA.11.5503

SLA.11.5527

SLA.11.5504

Campus linear drainage grate, 240 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus linear drainage grate, 190 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus paving slab for channel, 240 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus paving slab for channel, 190 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus paving slab for channel, 140 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

SLA.11.5505 SLA.11.5505

Linear drainage and surfacing

Campus paving

Campus paving slab and Campus linear channel have the same pattern design. Laid side-by-side, the elements form a continuous patterned band.

SLA.12.4010

SLA.12.4012

SLA.12.4011

Campus paving slab, 240 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus paving slab, 190 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

Campus paving slab, 140 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

SLA.12.4011

SLA.12.4010

LINEAR DRAINAGE

Linear drainage and surfacing

Water Cell linear drainage and paving

The Water Cell linear drainage grate is made of SG iron and is suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the linear drainage grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

The linear drainage grate is designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate. A small tolerance in the grate ensures that it sits securely in the longitudinal direction.

When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be fixed to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

SLA.12.4015

Untreated

SLA.11.5511

Linear drainage and surfacing

Campus Straight linear drainage

Campus Straight linear drainage grate is made of SG iron. The grate is suitable for light traffic applications.

A spring lock locks the grate to the channel. The spring lock is designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate. When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be attached to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

This grate is part of the Campus range. It is designed to fit the Campus tree grate. See www.ghform.dk

SLA.11.5525 Campus Straight linear drainage grate, 500 x 1500 mm Untreated cast iron

GH.A50 GH water channel 500 x1000 mm Polymer concrete

SLA.11.5525

LINEAR DRAINAGE

Linear drainage and surfacing

Jugend linear drainage

The Jugend linear drainage grate is made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

The grate is designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate. When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be attached to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

Jugend linear drainage was designed in cooperation with Sønderborg Municipality, Denmark.

SLA.11.5515

Jugend linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm Untreated

Linear drainage and surfacing

Orbit linear drainage

The Orbit linear drainage grate is made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

Orbit linear drainage is developed in collaboration with Kristine Jensens Tegnestue (landscape architects) for Urban Mediaspace Aarhus (now Dokk1) in Aarhus, Denmark.

KJ.11.5501

KJ.11.5501 Orbit linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm Untreated cast iron

Kristine Jensens Tegnestue (landscape architects)

LINEAR DRAINAGE

Linear drainage and surfacing

Dock-Line linear drainage system and surfacing

The Dock-Line linear drainage system is available in SG iron and stainless steel. Both are suitable for heavy duty applications (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the linear drainage grate or paving slab to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate/paving slab is in place on the channel.

The grate and paving slab are designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate.

When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be attached to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

Dock-Line linear trench drainage and surfacing is designed by Anne Qvist at Arkitema.

AT.11.6021

AT.11.5505

AT.11.6022

AT.11.5504

AT.11.6015

AT.11.6023

AT.12.4011

AT.12.4013

Dock-Line linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Dock-Line drainage line paving slab, 140 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Dock-Line linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm

Stainless steel

Dock-Line drainage line paving slab, 140 x 500 mm

Stainless steel

Dock-Line linear drainage grate, 190 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Dock-Line linear drainage grate, 240 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Dock-Line linear paving slab, 140 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

Dock-Line linear paving slab, 190 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

AT.11.6022

AT.11.5504

Anne Qvist

Dock-Line linear drainage system for strip lighting

Dock-Line linear drainage grate for strip lighting is available with LED diodes set into a cast iron fitting that can withstand a heavy traffic load.

Standard delivery strip lighting 12 or 24 V The light source is hermetically sealed inside a stainless steel pipe and the reflector is moulded in epoxy. This product has ingress protection code IP68. 4 x 4 mm2 of the product can be omitted.

AT.11.6024

Dock-Line open linear drainage for strip lighting, 240 x 500 mm Untreated cast iron

Anne Qvist

Dock-Line linear drainage grate, Anne Qvist

linear drainage grate, Henning Larsen Architects

Round Tower, Købmagergade (Copenhagen, Denmark)

Linear drainage and surfacing

Linear linear drainage is made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the linear drainage grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

The grate without a profile edge is slotted lengthways. The slots form an unbroken band along the entire length of the linear drainage system.The band can be rounded off at both ends with a grate that has an end profile.

HLA.11.5503 Linear linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.11.5505 Linear linear drainage grate w/ end profile, 140 x 520 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.11.5507 Linear linear drainage grate, 190 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.11.5508 Linear linear drainage grate w/ end profile, 190 x 520 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.11.5504 Linear linear drainage grate, 240 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.12.4010 Linear paving slab, 140 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.12.4012 Linear paving slab, 240 x 500 x 70 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.11.5506 Linear linear drainage grate w/ end profile, 240 x 520 mm

Untreated cast iron

HLA.11.5504

HLA.11.5505

HL.11.5503

Henning Larsen Architects

LINEAR DRAINAGE

Linear drainage and surfacing

Vadstena linear drainage

Vadstena linear drainage grate is made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

The linear drainage grate is designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate. When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be attached to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

The Vadstena linear drainage grate is developed in collaboration with Svante Dahlgren, Ramboll (engineering consultants) in Linköbing, Sweden for Vadstena Municipality.

Square linear drainage

Square linear drainage grate is made of SG iron. The grate is suitable for heavy-duty applications.

A stainless steel spring lock locks the grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

The Square linear drainage range is designed in collaboration with Schul Landskab (landscape architects).

SC.11.5503

GH.11.5501

Vadstena pedestrian street GH.11.5501

GH.11.5501

Vadstena linear drainage grate, 140 x 500 mm Untreated cast iron

SC.11.5503

Square linear drainage grate, 190 x 500 mm Untreated cast iron

Schul Landskab (landscape architects)

Rambøll

Linear drainage and surfacing

Mora linear drainage and surfacing

Mora linear drainage is made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the grate to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate is in place on the channel.

Mora is developed in collaboration with Sweco in Falun, Sweden for Mora Municipality.

Mora linear drainage grate and paving slab have the same pattern. Laid side-by-side, the elements form a continuous patterned band.

GH.12.5505

GH.11.5605

Linear drainage and surfacing

Drops linear drainage

Drops linear drainage is made of SG iron and suitable for heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

A stainless steel spring lock locks the linear drainage grate or paving slab to the channel. The spring lock is not visible when the grate/paving slab is in place on the channel.

The grate and paving slab are designed to conceal the edges of the water channel beneath. The top course can be laid right up to the grate. When laying in asphalt, a stainless steel profile can be attached to one or both sides of the polymer concrete channel.

GH Form produces Drops linear drainage elements to order with a customised radius, i.e. so that the grate/paving slab are seated tight in the longitudinal direction.

At entrances and other transitions, it is often an advantage to combine the band of the Drops linear drainage grate with a Drops paving slab.

HJ.11.5505 customised radius

HJ.11.5505

Drops linear drainage grate, 240 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

HJ.11.5503

Drops paving slab for channel, 240 x 500 mm

Untreated cast iron

Linear drainage and surfacing

Klima linear drainage system, 90 tons

The Klima linear drainage grate and coordinating cast iron channel are made of SG iron and suitable for very heavy duty use (heavy vehicles).

The grate must be level with the top of the cast iron channel, i.e. so that you can lay asphalt right up to the top edge. You can level the asphalt without deforming the channel. The upper side of the grate has an anti-slip relief pattern.

The combination of the sturdy dimensions of the grate with the optimised, profiled design of the channel makes the system a very useful and well-thought-out product.

The channel can be seated without a moulded concrete encasement and still withstand 90 tons pressure from all sides. Danish Technical Institute has tested this product in accordance with DS/EN 1433:2002, clause 7.15.

GH Form has designed Klima linear drainage grate in cooperation with SLA Arkitekter (architects) and Danish Technological Institute.

SLA.11.5506

SLA.11.5506

Drops linear drainage system with fountain Frederiksberg, Denmark.

Special projects

Designs to order

We can design a linear drainage system to order. You may require a design for use in a unique environment, e.g. specially designed to reflect the topography or animal life in or history of the site, or to make a creative design expression.

The linear drainage grate must be 500 mm long and may be 140, 190 or 240 mm wide.

Examples of customised designs and features:

· Radius

· Pattern

· Fountain

· Water mist

· Lighting Radius

GH Form can produce a linear drainage system radius to order. The design ensures that the grates flush lengthways along a curved linear drainage band.

Pattern

GH Form can produce a grate with a customised pattern. We can also produce cast iron paving slabs or tiles with the same pattern and formats as grates.

Fountain and water mist

GH Form can supply grates with nozzles for a fountain and/or water mist system.

We can produce a linear drainage system where the fountain gradually increases in response e.g. to the sound of a passing bus, to shift focus away from the noisy bus and enhance the energising sound of the water in the fountain.

Lighting

GH Form can also fit light sources to grates so that they function as path lighting at night. At best, illuminated grates add visual impact to streets, avenues and squares.

GH Form develops customised grates, paving slabs and tiles in collaboration with Aquaform®. The latter is responsible for labelling the grate/ paving element(s) to coordinate with the channel.

with radius and water mist

Drops linear drainage with light sources

Water Cell linear drainage system

Designed by landscape architect Birte Østerbye

Tile with cast bird motif for Fuglsangsø (lake) in Herning, Denmark.

for Fuglsangsø (lake) in Herning, Denmark

Tile with cast bird motif — patinated

Linear drainage as a cultural installation. With customised radius, water mist, fountain and illumination that changes colour

Radius, fountain and water mist for urban plazas and as water playgrounds in hot weather

Polymer concrete water channels

Straight channels

Aquaform® provides polymer concrete water channels in the following widths: 140, 190, 240, 400 and 500 mm.

The channels are seated 30-35 mm from the top of the top course (measured from the profile). The precise measurement depends on the choice of grate. The channel is then seated 4 mm under the level of the top course. When using stainless steel profiles in connection with laying asphalt, the channel must be seated 2 mm below the level of the top course.

Water channels, width 140 mm

The water channels are made of polymer concrete. Standard usage: GH 10.15.0 with dimensions:

Outside width: 140 mm

Outside length: 1000 mm or 500 mm

External fitting height: 255 mm

The standard channel is available with vertical, horizontal or end cap outlet. To construct pre-sloped channels, see channel overview on page 15.

Sealed joints

If sealed joints are required, e.g. in decks between floors or special environments, use the sealing grooves at channel element ends. Sealing is simple: Use a sealant gun and seal the elements as you work. NB: Use a suitable adhesive or sealant product. When this work is complete, the sealant is concealed and protected from mechanical overload.

Pre-sloped channels 10 ‰

GH.10.15.01

GH.10.15.02

GH.10.15.03

GH.10.15.04

GH.10.15.05

GH.10.15.06

GH.10.15.07

GH.10.15.08

GH.10.15.09

GH.10.15.10

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 126-136 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 136-146 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 146-156 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 156-166 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 166-176 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 176-186 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 186-196 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 196-206 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 206-216 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 216-226 mm

GH.10.0.0

GH.10.5.0

GH.10.10.0

GH.10.15.0

GH.10.20.0

GH.10.15.1

GH.200

GH water channel, length 1000 mm, width 140 mm

Polymer concrete, external total height 126 mm

GH water channel, length 1000 mm, width 140 mm

Polymer concrete, total external height 176 mm

GH water channel, length 1000 mm, width 140 mm

Polymer concrete, total external height 226 mm

GH water channel, length 1000 mm, width 140 mm

Polymer concrete, total external height 251 mm

GH water channel, length 1000 mm, width 140 mm

Polymer concrete, total external height 276 mm

GH water channel, length 500 mm, width 140 mm

Polymer concrete, total external height 251 mm

GH water channel, length 1000 mm, width 300 mm

Polymer concrete, external total height 251 mm

Polymer concrete water channel

Pre-sloped channels 5 ‰

GH.10.15.11

GH.10.15.12

GH.10.15.13

GH.10.15.14

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 226-231 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 231-236 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 236-241 mm

GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 241-246 mm

GH.10.15.15 GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 246-251 mm

GH.10.15.16 GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm, total external height 251-256 mm

GH.10.15.17 GH water channel 1000 mm

Polymer

GH.10.15.18

Polymer concrete, width 140 mm,

Polymer

Water channels, width 190 mm

With all Aquaform® grates, width 190 mm.

Standard usage: GH A15, dimensions:

Outside width: 190 mm

Outside length: 1000 mm or 500 mm

Outside height: 290 mm

The standard channel is available with vertical, horizontal or end cap outlet.

Water channels, width 240 mm

With all Aquaform® grates, width 240 mm.

Standard usage: GH.A20, dimensions:

Outside width: 240 mm

Outside length: 1000 mm or 500 mm

Outside height: 293 mm

The standard channel is available with vertical, horizontal or end cap outlet.

Water channels, width 480 mm

Standard usage: GH.A40, dimensions:

Outside width: 480 mm

Outside length: 1000 mm

Outside height: 437 mm

The standard channel is available with vertical, horizontal or end cap outlet.

Water channels, width 500 mm

For Campus Straight, width 500 mm.

Standard usage: GH A50, dimensions:

Outside width: 500 mm

Outside length: 1000 mm or 500 mm

Outside height: 500 mm

The standard channel is available with vertical, horizontal or end cap outlet.

Water channel, width 576 mm

Water channel, width 190 mm

Water channel, width 240 mm

Water channels made of polymer concrete

Shallow channels

Aquaform®’s shallowest pre-sloped channel with vertical outlet is the GH.10.0.0 channel. The shallowest standard straight channel is 126 mm (total installation height). This channel is available with a vertical outlet only. Not available with end cap outlet.

Low-profile channel

GH.10.LP Aquaform low-profile channel is used where other solutions are impossible. Available with vertical outlet. GH.10.LP Aquaform lowprofile channel has 110 mm total installation height including grate. This channel is available with a vertical outlet only. Not available with end cap outlet. This channel is available to order with a horizontal outlet.

Shallowest channel with end cap outlet

GH.10.5.0 is Aquaform®’s shallowest channel with end cap outlet. Total height 176 mm.

Corner and T-joints

GH channel 500 mm, straight, is used to create T-joints.

At corner joints, cut the grate and channels to the desired measurements on site. GH Form is at hand to guide and assist you. We also cut grates and channels to order.

Examples of corner joints shown in the image below.

Channel overview, 140 mm, pre-sloped, and accessories

Height = height of channel with frame but without grate. Grates measure 4-10 mm in height when fitted in the channel. The total installation height is therefore channel height + 4-10 mm (depending on choice of grate).

X = Højde i mm ekskl. rist

HLA.11.5503 with corner joints

fig. 01

Water channel elements

Sand and leaf traps

Sand and leaf traps are designed for attachment at both ends of the channel. Prepared for Ø110 and Ø160 mm outlets. When connecting channels, tap the recess out from the inside once the channels are connected. If channels are only connected at one end, fit an end cap to the other end.

Position the sand and leaf trap as described in the section Laying Instructions.

Total external height of the leaf trap: 500 mm

Total external height of the sand trap: 716 mm

GH.90.50

GH.90.51

GH.90.53

GH.90.52

GH.90.60

GH Sand Trap w. sludge bucket, 500 mm long, for 140 mm channel

Polymer concrete, total external height 716 mm, plastic sludge bucket

GH Sand Trap w. sludge bucket, 500 mm long, for 240 mm channel

Polymer concrete, total external height 716 mm, plastic sludge bucket

GH Sand Trap w. sludge bucket, 1000 mm long, for 190 mm channel

Polymer concrete, total external height 716 mm, plastic sludge bucket

GH Sand Trap w. sludge bucket, 1000 mm long, for 240 mm channel

Polymer concrete, total external height 716 mm, plastic sludge bucket

GH Leaf Trap w. filter cassette, 500 mm long, for 140 mm channel

Polymer concrete, total external height 500 mm, plastic sludge bucket

Channel end caps

End caps are available in two versions: With and without outlet. End cap with outlet is an end cap + a gasket. End cap without outlet is a closed end cap.

Use a GH.10.10.LP end cap with our shallow profile channel, GH.10.LP Aquaform low-profile channel. This is a closed end cap.

A connector is inserted between channel and drain. At a vertical drain that runs directly from the channel, tap out the recess in the base of the element from the inside. Insert the drain connector in the outlet hole before positioning the channel. If the channel has a vertical outlet, it also has a sealing groove for adhesive and sealant.

GH.10.10

GH.12.15

GH.15.10

GH.15.11

GH.20.20

GH.20.15

GH end cap, 140 mm, closed Polymer concrete

GH end cap, 140 mm, with gasket Polymer concrete

GH end cap, 190 mm, closed Polymer concrete

GH end cap, 190 mm, with gasket Polymer concrete

GH end cap, 240 mm, closed Polymer concrete

GH end cap, 240 mm, with gasket Polymer concrete

GH.21.10

GH.21.50

drain connector, ø 110 mm

drain connector, ø 160 mm GH.21.60

drain connector, ø 200 mm

GH.12.15

GH.10.10

Drain connector

Water channel frames

We offer a range of frames:

· Plastic frame for use with tiles and paving stones

· Stainless steel frame for use with asphalt

· Cast iron frame to reinforce channel top*

*Also suitable for use with asphalt

The steel frame is suitable for use with asphalt. It is made of stainless steel and has an additional flange that extends up around the grate, so asphalt can be laid right up to the frame edge. The grate is therefore loose and can be removed without damaging the asphalt. See fig. 02.

It is possible to fit a plastic frame to one side of the channel and a steel frame to the other, if asphalt will be laid only on one side of the grate.

A cast iron frame can be used if there is a need for additional reinforcement at the top of the channel. The frame has transverse supports — across the channel — for especially robust reinforcement. The cast iron frame can also be used with asphalt top course. Available in widths 140 mm and 240 mm.

GH.13.4001

GH.13.4002

GH.13.4003

GH.13.4004

GH plastic frame, for use with tiles and paving stones

PP / COP

GH stainless steel frame, for use with asphalt top course

Stainless steel

GH cast iron frame, width 140 mm, all-purpose

Untreated cast iron

GH cast iron frame, width 240 mm, all-purpose

Untreated cast iron

GH.13.4002

How to determine load class

For grates and polymer concrete channels

Material thickness (t), fig. 03, of the adjoining concrete must correspond at least to the thickness indicated below:

Laying instructions

How to lay polymer concrete channels and grates

Aquaform® recommends that the finished channel with grate lies 3-4 mm under the level of the adjoining surface to ensure that surface water flows freely into the grate. Seat the channel elements a further 6 mm under the level of the adjoining surface to compensate for the lock-down mechanism on the grate.

Seat the top edge of the drainage channel 30 mm lower than the adjoining surface. See fig. 04.

Aquaform® channel elements are designed to transfer traffic forces to the concrete encasement. See fig. 06.

GH Form drain channels are cast in concrete to meet load class (fig. 03). See overview in section. How to determine load class

Seat and adjust the elements on a concrete bed. Always begin at the outlet. Slide each element vertically into the groove in the previous element. Before laying, saw off any superfluous grooves on the two elements using an angle grinder. When the channels are laid and adjusted, encase on both sides.

Ensure that the grates or planks are in place (22 x 128 mm, fig. 05) during moulding and laying. General recommendation: Always use planks – especially when laying tiles and rubber surfaces. During levelling, planks protect the grate profiles from horizontal forces that can cause grates to jam. Planks also save you much subsequent cleaning of grates and channels. NB: Seat the top edge of the drainage channel 30 mm lower than the adjoining surface. For long-lasting, professional results, use suitable materials, optimal drain design and, last but not least, lay carefully.

When laying tiles and paving stones right up to the channel, it is important that there is no sand against the channel. This is firstly because sand does not transfer traffic load forces applied to the channel walls and secondly because vertical forces on paving laid in sand discharge horizontal forces on the channel wall that can cause overload. See fig. 07.

Practical advice

NB: Always lay the channel and then mould an encasement around it in accordance with load class before laying the adjoining surface.

If you lay paving stones right up to the channel, always set one row of stones against the channel in the concrete encasement. Never lay more than 30 mm asphalt right up against the channel. Lay sufficient asphalt to compensate for levelling and subsequent rutting (due to heavy traffic). When laying a large area of concrete, configure expansion joints: parallel with and 1.5–2.0 metres from the channel, and at right angles to the channel opposite a channel joint (maximum 8 meters between expansion joints).

Concrete

fig. 04

fig. 05

fig. 06

fig. 07

Open linear drainage

V-channel

The V-channel is a surfacing element that can withstand particularly heavy vehicle traffic when it rests on a strong bed of concrete.

The channel can be used in open linear drainage applications along roads, plazas and other surfaced areas.

The V-channel has a slightly V-shaped profile that meets accessibility requirements. The transverse slot pattern is anti-slip. The V-profile is clearly visible from above.

The channel is designed for seating in soil concrete. It is easy to seat. The open ends have integral tongue and groove connections.

The V-channel is developed by BOGL Arkitekter (architects) in collaboration with GH Form.

Dock-Line open linear drainage

Dock-Line open linear drainage is a paving element made of cast iron with striking lengthways slats. The elements are designed to be seated in soil cement.

The open ends of the element have tongue and groove connections which guide the position of elements during laying. This linear drainage system can withstand heavy-duty traffic as it rests on a strong concrete bed. The elements are easy to seat.

For tile-laying projects, the grate is supplied with a thin, watery surface treatment.

BOG.11.6025

AT.11.6025 Dock-Line open linear drainage channel, 300 x 500 mm Untreated cast iron

AT.11.6026 Dock-Line open linear drainage channel, tactile marking, 300 x 500 mm Untreated cast iron Arkitema

BOG.11.6025 V-channel, 300 x 500 x 60 mm Untreated cast iron

BOGL Arkitekter

FOOTPRI

Rectangular drainage

LAYING INSTRUCTIONS

Dock-Line rectangular drainage grate

Dock-Line rectangular drainage grate is just one in a range of elements. The outer edges of the rectangular grate are bevelled to flush with the slots. This detail is a feature of all Dock-Line grates.

Dock-Line rectangular drainage grate has a rigid frame made of SG iron with solid material thickness. The design ensures that the frame is visually integrated into the grate. The rectangular drainage grate is childproof, safe for cyclists and can withstand road traffic loads.

The rectangular drainage grate fits standard 315 mm wells. When you use the rectangular drainage grate with the Dock-Line open linear trench drainage system, seat the open linear drainage element in soil cement.

For tile laying projects, the grate is supplied with a thin, watery surface treatment.

AT.11.6001

Dock-Line rectangular drainage grate, 300 x 300 mm, fixed frame

Untreated cast iron

AT.11.6002

Dock-Line rectangular drainage grill, 300 x 300 mm, with knob pattern

Untreated cast iron

Plaza rectangular drainage grate

Plaza rectangular drainage grate has a rigid frame made of SG iron with solid material thickness. The design ensures that the frame is visually integrated into the grate. The rectangular drainage grate fits standard 315 mm wells with a gasket. The 280 mm fits without a gasket.

Untreated cast iron is ideal for use anywhere — even very aggressive coastal and urban environments. Load class: 40 tons.

Plaza rectangular drainage system is supplied with childproofing.

For tile laying projects, the grate is supplied with a thin, watery surface treatment.

HL.11.6001 Plaza rectangular drainage grate, level surface

Untreated cast iron

HL.11.6002 Plaza rectangular drainage grate, concave surface

Untreated cast iron

HL.11.6003 Plaza rectangular drainage grate, V-shape

Untreated cast iron

HL.11.6001

HL.11.6002

Plaza rectangular drainage grate with concave top (side view)

Plaza rectangular drainage grate with level top (side view)

Plaza rectangular drainage grat with V-shaped top (side view)

Henning Larsen Architects

Grate, Anne Qvist Sluseholmen, Copenhagen