Research
Investment and Research in SUDS
During the past 15 years Formpave have sponsored an ongoing programme of research and development into permeable paving systems at a number of academic and independent institutions including Coventry University, Edinburgh University, Abertay University, Delft University, HR Wallingford and TRL at Crowthorne.
Every aspect of Formpave's permeable paving system has been independently tested and verified - both in terms of pollution control properties and hydraulic and structural performance. Formpave has always shared (and continues to share) the results of this research with the industry, and it is this approach that has established them as the world leader in permeable paving solutions.
Formpave's programme of research and collaborations is ongoing - looking at new areas in which permeable paving systems can be utilised. The company currently sponsors a PhD student at Edinburgh University and a separate sponsored PhD has commenced at the University of Cantabria in Santander, Spain.
Formpave manufactures the market leading Aquaflow Permeable Paving and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS), providing an affordable solution to the challenges of storm water disposal and treatment, water conservation, recycling and reuse.
Aquaflow paving system delivers immediate environmental benefits and financial savings, when compared to traditional drainage. The system can also be used to harvest and reuse all water that falls on hard surfaces such as roofs and car parks, representing additional environmental benefits and cost savings Please click on the following to view a PDF version of the article.
Re-using rainwater: Sustainably successful but what about the risks? Stephen Coupe, Hanson Formpave
Hanson Formpave: The Aquaflow Permeable Paving system
This document is designed to outline the main benefits of the Aquaflow Permeable paving system. Aquaflow paving is readily applicable to industrial, commercial and domestic sites. The free design service can reflect onsite priorities, whether these are flow attenuation, water quality improvements or other considerations such as water recycling or combination with renewable energy schemes.
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