Check out this article about flood management in Mount Vernon that was recently published in Storm Water Solutions. Located along the banks of the Skagit River 60 miles north of Seattle is the City of Mount Vernon, Wash. This community, which is known for its annual Tulip Festival street fair, has been plagued by immense flooding. The devastating effects of this flooding have limited the city’s ability to promote its unique tourist opportunities. In order to alleviate the flooding issue, the city developed a multi-year plan that included the purchase of a mobile floodwall that could be installed during events. This was utilized as a stopgap measure while designers worked on developing a more permanent fix. The long-term solution decided upon was the $27.3 million Private-Public Partnership Waterfront Revitalization Plan, which was broken down into multiple phases. Read the whole case study in Storm Water Management.
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Civil engineers and contracting companies are under a lot of pressure to deliver projects on schedule and on budget throughout the site development process. With increasing focus on stormwater runoff, there are a lot of things to consider when looking at bids and overall project cost. 1. Installation of many traditional concrete stormwater products require multiple pieces of heavy machinery. Having an extra crane on site for additional days can really add to installation costs. 2. Sealing piping into a system might be extra. Some products are custom-designed and require little to no assembly on site, but others require sealing these devices at the time of installation and even include a disclaimer placing responsibility for leaks on the contractor installing the product. Read the fine print to ensure you aren’t adding time or risk to your project. 3. Delivery for products can be very expensive and can even include road closures to get your finished product to the application site. Check to find out what kind of extra delivery fees you might pay that aren’t included in the bid. 4. Maintenance might not be a top priority when a product is installed, but it sure will be later. | A system should be designed for maintenance, and not all products are created equal when it comes to inspections and upkeep. Check the product’s maintenance manual for using special tools or equipment, whether training is needed to maintain the stormwater system, and how often cleaning is required. You can bring extra value to your customers by helping them consider the future functionality of these products. To find out how AquaShield can ease the challenges of the bidding process and avoid these unexpected cost, call our experienced stormwater experts and engineers at 423-870-8888. |
The Aqua-Swirl just passed the big New Jersey field test! While only lab testing is required, that wasn’t enough for us. At AquaShield we are dedicated to going beyond lab testing because we are confident that our products work - even when conditions aren’t perfectly controlled. Sticks? Leaves? All sizes of sediment? We’ve got you covered. Our products work on the ground – literally. Looking for products to meet your stormwater filtration requirements? Call AquaShield’s experienced stormwater experts and engineers to help you find the right fit for your project. |
Water specialists and engineers are increasingly focused on low impact development (LID) technology and stormwater solutions that reduce runoff and provide water quality treatment. At AquaShield™ we developed an LID pyramid to help our clients and engineers select the solution that is best for their stormwater project. |
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Resource Rain Chattanooga recently launched the Low Impact Development Design Challenge, sponsored in part by AquaShield. The contest asked teams to redesign Broad Street and Cherokee Boulevard with green space, bike paths, and LID elements. | You can check out all their cool ideas for improving our home city of Chattanooga here: http://www.greenspaceschattanooga.org/lid-competition/ |
No one does stormwater testing like New Jersey, so when you receive a nod from the top you can’t help but brag a little bit.The Aqua-FilterTM Stormwater Filtration System recently received independent field test verification by the prestigious New Jersey Corporation for Advanced Technology (NJCAT). Based on this information, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued the Aqua-Filter Field Certification for the removal of 80% TSS at a filter loading rate of 16.5 gpm/ft2 (.037 cfs/ft2). Many communities look to New Jersey’s progressive stormwater policies and in-depth testing to ensure that products live up to their performance claims. We’re proud to pass the test! The Aqua-Filter is a flow-through water quality device that we custom design to remove fine-grained sediment, heavy metals bound to particulate matter and residual oil. And that’s what it does – in the lab and in the ground. | So what makes the Aqua-Filter a go-to solution for stormwater challenges? This custom-designed product is a good fit when you need to add filtration after the construction is done. The Aqua-Filter is lightweight, avoids the need for heavy lifting equipment during installation and is fabricated to fit your needs right here in the U.S. The Aqua-Filter might be the right fit for your project if you need: · Low Impact Design compatibility · Cost-effective installation · LEED credits · Long-term functionality · Proven and verified performance You can download tech reports and access more information about the NJCAT verified Aqua-Filter on our product page. |
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