ACO Qmax Overview PDF
ACO Qmax Overview PDF
ACO Qmax Overview PDF
ACO Qmax
ACO Qmax has been developed to satisfy The ACO Qmax system is a patented A full range of accessories including
the demand for an economic, high design which is available in a range of chamber connectors and end caps,
capacity slot drainage system for depths and sizes. The channels can be support the ACO Qmax product portfolio
applications involving large catchment used independently or together with other for simple and convenient integration with
areas. For economical system design and sizes in the range to provide an effective conventional site practices.
installation, ACO Qmax can cater for a and economic drainage solution for a
wide range of applications to any load variety of catchment areas. By using the This brochure overviews the ACO Qmax
class, whilst delivering an effective larger capacity units and optional system. For further information on technical,
drainage solution. ACO Q-Brake flow control device, hydraulic and installation details, please
ACO Qmax can also provide genuine refer to the full ACO Qmax literature.
In some large area applications such as attenuation solutions for SUDS
car parks, distribution centres, highways For information about suitability for
applications. Please see the ACO Qmax specialist applications call ACO Water
and airport pavements, conventional point hydraulics brochure for further
drainage and some linear drainage Management Design Services (See page 7).
information on the systems capacities.
solutions are not viable or cost effective in Note: The Qmax system is protected by
reducing underground pipework or coping Each size within the ACO Qmax range is patent and registered design rights.
with the hydraulic loads. ACO Qmax can CE marked and certified to BS EN 1433: All intellectual rights are the property
provide the required drainage capacity. 2002 and can support Load Classes up of ACO Technologies plc.
to and including F 900. The unique
ACO Qmax has been designed to provide patented inlet design provides a
high hydraulic capacity and yet to be continuous pavement beam feature over
lightweight and robust to withstand the the line of the channel, strengthening the
rigours of typical construction site pavement installation and minimizing the
handling practice. Manufactured from need for reinforcement. In 2006, the ACO Qmax
recycled Medium Density Polyethylene
system was awarded the
(MDPE), the lightweight material makes
Queens award for
ACO Qmax easy to handle and quick to
Enterprise: Innovation.
install. The hot-dipped galvanised rail and
MDPE body ensure a long service life in
excess of 25 years.
invert depth
410mm
225mm
350mm bore
880mm invert depth
bore
600mm bore height
1180mm invert depth
400mm
bore width
Unobtrusive continuous slot Simple and fast to install Caters for all surface finishes
drainage system
Improves on site efficiency Can be installed to provide a
Fast, efficient removal of surface watertight drainage system
water eliminates carry over in High capacity storage provides
storm conditions effective peak storm flow containment Continuous flow of concrete
through the product strengthens
Can provide long distance to outfall Controlled discharge to downstream the concrete surround
drainage network or watercourse
Removes the need for additional Tough, highly corrosion resistant,
carrier pipes On the larger channels an integral robust structure
flow regulator can be added to control
Lightweight design for easy the output flow rate from the channel Fully CE marked and certificated to
manual handling BS EN 1433: 2002
Caters for all Load Classes with
minimal reinforcement
Maximum Test
Installation group Load Class Vehicle Typical Uses
Load (kN)
Public highway,
4 400 HGVs
distribution warehouses
System overview
Anchors provided to
securely fix the edge rail
into the concrete surround
See page 7 Designing the scheme
ACO Qmax 600 and 900 systems
Simple connection to
chambers or pipework
ACO Q - BRAKE
Two edge details are available for each Airport Pavement, Car Park applications
size within the ACO Qmax system to suit
the application requirement; a wider slot
Distribution Centre and
- ACO Qmax heelguard edge detail
for installation in concrete slabs or a Highways applications for ACO Qmax 225 and 350 channels
narrow slot for installation where
pedestrians will be present. - ACO Qmax concrete edge detail - ACO Qmax car park edge detail for
for ACO Qmax 225 and 350 channels ACO Qmax 600 and 900 channels
ACO Qmax 225 and 350 channels are
available with a concrete edge (30mm - ACO Qmax heavy duty edge detail for - Suitable for asphalt, block paviour and
slot) or a heelguard edge (10mm slot). ACO Qmax 600 and 900 channels concrete pavements
See page 4 for details. ACO Qmax 600 - Discreet waterway intercept slots for
- No loose gratings
and 900 channels can be supplied with a pedestrian crossing
heavy duty edge (30mm slot) or a car park - Certified for the following Load Classes:
edge (10mm slot). See page 5 for details. - Certified for the following Load Classes
D 400 Public highways and
The ACO Qmax 225 and 350 channels distribution warehouse C 250 Car parks and garage forecourts
can also be purchased with the ACO E 600 Ports and dock sides D 400 Public highways and
Qmax 600 and 900 channels where distribution warehouse
an exact match is required. See page 5 F 900 Aircraft pavements
E 600 Ports and dock sides
for details.
F 900 Aircraft pavements
ACO Qmax 225 and 350 systems ACO Qmax 600 and 900 systems
2m constant depth channels in 2m constant depth channels in One universal stop end for both
225mm and 350mm complete 600mm x 400mm and 900mm x channel sizes which provide closing
with neoprene twin lipped seal. 600 ovoid sections. or outlet option.
2 edge rails options; concrete edge 1m constant depth channels in Optional EDPM seal for universal
(30mm slot) and heelguard edge 600mm x 400mm and 900mm x stop end.
(10mm slot). 600 ovoid sections complete with
side inlets. Access chamber connector set for
One multifunctional end cap for each male and female channel ends. Can
channel size which provides a closing Optional EDPM seal for channels. provide inlet and outlet connections.
or outlet option. Outlet connection to
225mm and 375mm pipe. 2 edge rails options; heavy duty
edge (30mm slot) and car park edge
One universal gully for all applications (10mm slot).
from load class A 15 to F 900.
Accessories overview
ACO Qmax 225 and 350 end The ACO Universal Gully
caps can be used for outlet can be used with ACO
connectors to 225mm and Qmax 225 and 350
375mm twin wall pipes, or for channels to provide an
closing of the channel system. outfall. The Universal Gully
By simply cutting these top unit can be used to
components both male and female provide access for
connections can be achieved. rodding/jetting.
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DESIGNING THE SCHEME
Getting the drainage specification right Detailed installation statements and Fibre reinforcement
is crucial and with many issues to methodologies will vary for all sites as
consider, it is important to assess all each will have different aspects deserving As an alternative to traditional steel
the different variables in order to particular consideration, consequently the reinforcement, fibre reinforced concrete
reduce any potential risk. relevant approvals should be sought from may be used. Fibre reinforcement can
the consulting engineer and/or the installer. offer significant savings in time, avoiding
Design support the need for steel fixing which is
ACO has embraced the concept of value- particularly relevant to the larger Qmax
At ACO, we recognise these challenges engineering a totally new approach to channels at F 900 loadings. ACO have
and offer a free of charge technical and on-site construction that saves both time carried out a successful load test to
design advice service to assist the and money. ACO will review any design F 900 using 5kg Barchip Shogun 48mm
Specifier and Contractor in designing and to minimise the total scheme and life cost Fibres per cubic metre of concrete.
installing any ACO product. of a proposal. By using ACO Qmax, Further details of the required
it is often possible to remove the need for reinforcement may be obtained from ACO.
Installation guidelines any conventional underground drainage.
ACO can give guidance with respect to the ACO Design Services team utilise
powerful new bespoke software to offer
ACO Water Management Design
most suitable methods of installation for
each of the products in the ACO Qmax state of the art computer aided scheme Services Team contact details
range. ACO Qmax should be installed design and hydraulic performance
using acceptable levels of workmanship and calculations, along with an installation Telephone: 01462 816666
according to the National Code of Practice advice service, without obligation. Fax: 01462 851081
(UK: BS8000: Part 14: 1989) in keeping e-mail: [email protected]
with EN 1433:2002 (Drainage channels for
vehicular and pedestrian areas).
ACO Systems FZE
01/2011 Subject to alterations