Rainwater management is becoming increasingly important, especially in light of urbanization and climate change. It is essential to collect and buffer rainwater, and to allow it to efficiently infiltrate into the subsoil. Deschacht, a specialist in water management, offers the perfect solution for this. In collaboration with Grondwerken Van Lommel, we carried out a groundbreaking project for Keukens Van Lommel, installing no less than 480 meters of Pluvio infiltration tunnels.
Challenges in the project
The construction project experienced some challenging conditions. The high groundwater level complicated the installation of traditional infiltration systems, which typically require a minimum cover of 80 cm for truck traffic (SLW60). In this project, only a maximum cover of 45 cm was possible above the infiltration system. Thanks to the unique properties of the Pluvio tunnels, these requirements could be met.
The solution: Pluvio infiltration tunnels
Deschacht supplied 222 Pluvio tunnels, accounting for a storage volume of 458 m³ and an infiltration surface area of 940 m². These tunnels were installed as a perimeter ring around the building; they store peak rainfall and allow it to infiltrate into the ground at a controlled rate.
Benefits of the Pluvio Infiltration Tunnels
- High storage capacity per m²: the tunnels offer a large buffer volume and infiltration surface, allowing large amounts of rainwater to be captured efficiently.
- Infiltration and retention: the tunnels can be used for both infiltrating and buffering rainwater.
- Fast and efficient installation: thanks to the lightweight and compact design, the tunnels are easy to install and can be linked together endlessly.
- Cost-efficient: the arch-shaped tunnels, made of ABS plastic, are affordable and of high quality.
- Heavy load resistant: they withstand heavy traffic with minimal coverage.
- Accessible for inspection: the tunnels are easy to maintain and accessible for inspection.
- 100% recycled material: The tunnels are made of durable and environmentally friendly material.
The pluvio-infiltration tunnels offer an efficient and sustainable solution for collecting and buffering rainwater, even in challenging conditions such as a high groundwater table and heavy traffic. Thanks to Deschacht's innovative technology, we can contribute to better water management, with solutions to maintain an optimal groundwater balance.
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