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Below Ground Drainage

Technical Installation Guide

 Contents Making it work by making it happen
Overview 3-7 Installation Guidance 14-34
Making it work by making it happen 3 Introduction 14
The scale to deliver 4-5 Drainage
Certificates and Approvals 6 Dimensions and Weights 15
Sustainability 7 Pipe Handling and Storage 16
Methods of Jointing 17-19
Plot Drainage 8-11 Calculation of Flow Rates 20-21
Introduction 8 Bedding & Backfilling 22
Plot Drainage - Ranges 9-10 Protection of Pipes 23
4,000 nationwide
Plot Drainage - Features & Benefits 11 Pipes Laid at Shallow Depths Under Buildings 24 stockists
Pipes Near Buildings 24
Roads and Sewers Drainage 12-13 Joint for Concrete Encased Piping 24
20,000 product lines
Introduction 12 25
Roads and Sewers Drainage - Ranges 13
Pipes Through Walls
Significant delivery fleet
Waste and Rainwater Connections 26-28
Gully Installations 29
Inspection Chambers
Internal Layout 30
Design Requirements 30-31
Chamber Depths 31
Jointing Side Risers 32
Since creating our very first plastic pipe With manufacturing facilities across Doncaster,
SFARB Inspection Chambers 33 back in 1980, there’s been a passion together with the stock levels we hold, we have
IC600 Inspection Chambers 34 within us to support the industry at the capability to deliver the solutions you need to
complete your projects on time and in full.
Inspection Chamber Detail 35 every stage of its growth. We are
Testing of Below Ground Drainage Systems 35 invested in its future and look forward Investing to stay ahead
Covers and Frames to facing the challenges together, both
Understanding Weight Loading 36 from an economic and sustainability Without investing in new technology, new ideas
Weight Classifications 36 point of view. This is why we invest and fresh talent, we’d never be able to deliver the
heavily in innovation and products and systems to help you move forward
manufacturing techniques – to enable and help overcome construction challenges.
us to establish more inventive
By making this investment in new construction
solutions, such as our new soil, waste
methods and technology, we can make
and traps systems and processes. advancements within our product ranges, helping
to make installation easier, quicker and safer.
Our customer service centres also benefit from
Advancements that provide the end-user with
significant investment, to provide you with the
peace of mind and that allow you to simply fit and
best possible service. You can be sure we have got
forget.
a team on hand to help; from research and
development to technical and design support.
The expert knowledge of our Sales and Business
Development support teams can help get you on
the right track from day one.

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 The scale to deliver
National sales team with
local knowledge

Whether for new

build or refurbishment
projects, Polypipe Multisite manufacturing
specifically recognises
the demands of
modern construction
environments, and
works across all 2,500 tonnes of products
disciplines to help you delivered each week
get the job done.

The number and size of our As we’re well networked with all the necessary Over 20 
manufacturing facilities, together with trade associations and regulatory bodies, working Research & Development
recent investment in our own delivery with us means you’ll have access to regular Technicians On average
fleet allows us to deliver the important updates on legislation and new industry 50,000 order lines per day
confidence you need to ensure your
developments.
Over 2,200
projects are completed on time, in full To ensure you get the right service, the most Manufacturing and
and to the highest quality. relevant product and the most cost-effective Support Services
system for your project, we’ve over 1,200
We have over 20,000 product lines, giving you a
choice of materials and installation methods to
experienced individuals supporting you from start
to finish, whatever the size of the job. As
Over 70 One of the UK’s largest
complete your system, from plot drainage through
technology and innovation become a bigger part
Design, Heating and privately-owned delivery fleet
to plastic plumbing. We are stocked in over 4,000
of our lives and indeed our working environments, Ventilation Engineers
merchant branches nationwide, so you’re sure to
our experts work together with you to design
find the product you need close at hand.
a system to ensure projects run smoothly and meet Over 120
all the necessary regulations. Dedicated Technical
Not just bigger… better
Our Customer Experience teams, Business Support Engineers
We also have teams of specialists who work 4,000
Development Managers and Area Sales Managers
together with you to help design a system that fits
your scheme exactly, ensure your project runs
are available at every stage of your project, Over 200 stockists nationwide

smoothly and everything meets the necessary

support is always there for whenever you need it. Sales and Business
regulations. Development Managers

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 Room Temperature Controls: Traditional Certificates and Approvals Sustainability

Product Certificate No Kitemark Licence

Plastic Piping Systems for non-pressure UG Drainage & Sewer KM 583143 BS EN 13476-2
110mm-160mm UG Gravity Drainage & Sewer KM 59284 BS 4660:2000
Promoting recycling
PVCu Plastic Piping Systems for non-pressure UG Drainage & Sewer KM 06383 EN 1401-1 We produce pipes and fittings using In 2018, Polypipe recycled 44,700
Ductile Iron Covers and Frames KM 583718 BS 124-2 recycled materials where appropriate, tonnes of plastic, of which 17,500
and all products are 100% recyclable tonnes came from recyclable plastic
Plastic Inspection Chambers for Drains and Sewers KM 061546 BS 7158
at the end of their useful life. bottles and containers. As such,
Plastic Pipe Fittings and Shallow Inspection Chambers KM 585205 BS EN 13598-2 Following a major investment recycled plastic accounted for 75%
150mm - 300mm Structured Wall Pipe KM 583143 BS EN 13476-3 programme and the commissioning of the raw material consumed by
Structured Wall Pipe and Couplers KM 582885 WIS 4-35-01 of a polymer reprocessing plant our Civils and Green Infrastructure
Drainage

at Horncastle, we are now one Division in 2017, to produce pipes

Shear Band Couplings KM 506831 EN 295-4
of the UK’s largest processors of that were destined to be buried in
EPDM Rubber KM 506832 WIS 4-41-01 post-consumer waste. The plant has the ground in applications that will
EPDM Rubber KM 37955 EN 681-1 increased our ability to make use manage and treat rainwater and
of reprocessed materials, recycling stormwater.
Product BBA Certificate No pre-sorted bales of household plastic
Underground Drainage Couplings & Adaptors 89/2206 polyethylene waste to produce high
quality materials for our products.
Underground Drainage Gullies 89/2206
Polyrib Drainage Fittings 89/2206
460x610mm Rectangular, 320mm and 460mm Inspection Chambers 89/2206
150mm - 300mm Polysewer Fittings 02/3923

Product Certificate No Kitemark Licence

Water Supply

Water Supply under-pressure Water Pipes KM 85017 EN 12201-2

Polyfast Polyethylene Compression Fittings KM 85017 WIS 4-32-11
Polyguard Barrier Pipe & Fittings KM 692343 BS 8588

Product WRAS
Water Supply 1704501 & 1706501

Product Certificate No Kitemark Licence Sustainable Multi-layer pipe

Utilities

Polypipe Building Products MLRC pipe incorporates a number of industry

Polyethylene pipe and fittings for natural and manufactured gas KM 611619 GIS/PL 2-2:2008
leading improvements which includes certification to stiffness class SN8 to meet
the requirements for adoption. It also carries the BS EN 13476-2 kitemark, so
BS EN BS EN BS BS BS EN WIS
you can be assured that it meets the highest quality standards. Our sustainable
13476-2 4660:2000 1401-1 124-2 7158 13598-2 4-35-01 Multi-layer pipes have identical dimensions, chemical resistance and life
expectancy to pipes manufactured to BS EN 1401.
KM583143 KM59284 KM06383 KM583718 KM061546 KM585205 KM582885
BS BS EN
124-2 13598-2
EN WIS EN EN WIS BS
295-4 4-41-01 681-1 12201-2 4-32-11 8588
KM583718 KM585205
KM506831 KM506832 KM37955 KM85017 KM85017 KM692343

CERTIFICATE 02/3923 CERTIFICATE 89/2206

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 Plot Drainage - Ranges

Plot Drainage Systems

Developed and manufactured with quality, Our plot drainage is available in 110mm and
innovation and longevity in mind, Polypipe 160mm, complemented with a vast range of
Building Products’ plot drainage systems is the fittings and accessories all designed to enhance
most comprehensive range in the UK residential your experience with our products, ensuring you
drainage market. Manufactured to meet market have the right products for the job.
specification, Polypipe’s 110mm - 160mm smooth
wall systems are BSI Kitemarked™ or BBA However, none of these advancements are at the
approved, ensuring you are using high quality expense of the environment. Polypipe has
products. invested heavily in technology which allows us to
use more recycled materials in our products and
systems, while still ensuring compliance with
stringent Kitemark™ standards. This is evidenced
by our recycled core drainage pipe, which has at Underground Drain - PVCu Pipe Riser Inspection Chambers
least 50% recycled material at its core.
Polypipe Underground Drain - PVCu system is designed and The Polypipe 450mm Pipe Riser Inspection Chamber gives
manufactured with strength and durability in mind. complete flexibility, providing easy access for inspection,
Featuring a wide range of bends, junctions, gullies and cleaning and maintenance in sewer and drainage systems
other ancillaries, the range covers all project needs. in traffic and non-traffic areas.

• Manufactured out of a durable PVCu offering • Suitable for both adoptable and non-adoptable
durability and longevity. applications.
• Kitemarked to BS EN 13476-2, BS 4660:2000 and • Versatile and available with inlets for 150mm
BS EN 1401-1. Polysewer or 110-160mm Underground Drainpipe.
• Available in sizes 3”/82mm, 4”/110mm and 6”/160mm. • High strength single piece 450mm Ridgisewer SN8
riser.
• Kitemarked to BS EN 13598-2.

Inspection Chambers, Covers & Frames Channel and Slot Drain

• Manufactured from Polypropylene. • Discreet, flush-fitting design.
• Kitemarked to BS EN 13598-2 and/or BS EN 124-2. • Engineered polypropylene for strength and
• Covers and frames available for intensity of traffic in durability.
either Class A15 or B125 applications.
• Simple slot construction for fast installation.
• Range of frame depths up to 70mm (UG520).
• Fits to standard 110mm underground plastic pipe.
• Ductile Iron Covers and Frames are kitemarked to
BS EN 124:2015.

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 Plot Drainage - Ranges Plot Drainage - Features & Benefits

Ring Lock Seal

The ring lock seal won’t distort once installed. The innovative
design of the reinforcing ring means the shape of the seal stays
uniformed through the entire circumference regardless of how
it’s installed. The seal will not dislodge from the fitting during
installation. When combined with single-piece moulding
technology, Polypipe Underground Drain - PVCu range is the
UK’s most advanced drainage system.

Look for blue so you know its Polypipe.

Polysewer Gravity Sewer Underground Drainage Access Fittings

System Adaptors
• Kitemarked to WIS 4-35-01, BS EN • Choice of three adaptors and • Manufactured to BS 4660:2000. Single-piece Moulding Technology
13476-3 and BBA Approved. drain stopper for 4”/110mm pipe. • Available in plastic or aluminium
• Compliant to Sewerage Sector • Ideal for floor level connections giving the fittings their strength At Polypipe, we’re constantly looking at how we can improve and
Guidance for England, Sewers for to PVCu, clay or cast-iron nominal and durability. enhance our below ground drainage systems to improve their ease
Scotland, and the Welsh Minister 110mm pipe. • Sizes available to connect to of installation and durability once installed. That’s why we’re
Standards for Sewers. • Seal to inside of pipe, so they can 110mm or 160mm pipe. working hard and investing in bringing the latest single-piece
• Manufactured to stiffness class be used even if cut-pipe end is at moulding technology to our below ground drainage fittings.
SN8 and adoptable by sewerage finished floor level.
companies.
Polypipe’s single-piece moulding technology means the entire body
of the fitting is manufactured as one complete unit. This, together
with Blue Ring-Lock Seal Technology gives robust fittings with secure
joints. Over the lifetime of the drainage system, expansion and
contraction from temperature changes causes pipe movement at the
fitting joint. Single-piece moulded fittings have a seal fixed within
the fitting body, which allows this expansion and contraction
without compromising the integrity of the system.

Approvals
Polypipe’s below ground drainage systems hold a
comprehensive range of BSI and BBA
certifications and approvals.
Anti-Splash Concrete Channel Components Settlement Fittings As a company, Polypipe take pride knowing that
Surrounds • Manufactured from PVCu • Designed for situations where our products are manufactured to and beyond
• A range of PVCu products providing strength and durability. differential settlement may be an industry standards. Giving us and you the
bonded to concrete surround. • Easy to install. issue. reassurance of a quality product that will stand
• Kitemarked to BS 4660:2000. • Manufactured to BS 4660:2000. • Manufactured from PVCu up to and beyond industry standards.
• Available in Gullies and Hoppers. providing strength and durability.
• Easy to install.

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 Roads and Sewer Drainage - Ranges

Roads and Sewers Drainage

Systems
Developed and manufactured with quality, Our roads and sewers drainage is also available in
innovation and longevity in mind, Polypipe a range of fittings and accessories all designed to
Building Products’ roads and sewers drainage enhance your experience with our products,
systems is the most comprehensive range in the ensuring you have the right products for the job.
UK residential drainage market. Manufactured to
meet market specification, Polypipe’s 150mm However, none of these advancements are at the
- 315mm smooth wall and ribbed systems carry a expense of the environment. Polypipe has
range of BSI Kitemarked™ and BBA approved, invested heavily in technology which allows us to
ensuring you are using high quality products. use more recycled materials in our products and
systems, while still ensuring compliance with
stringent Kitemark™ standards. This is evidenced
by our recycled core drainage pipe, which is
designed with at least 50% recycled material at its IC600 Pipe Riser Inspection Chambers Polysewer Gravity Sewer System
core.
The Polypipe IC600 range of inspection chambers is a safe Polysewer is a range of PVCu structured wall pipes and
and cost-effective solution for all foul and surface water fittings available in diameters 150-300mm. The complete
applications. Designed for adoptable and non-adoptable system includes a range of couplings, seals, bends,
domestic and commercial drainage systems, the range is junctions and accessories. Polysewer provides robust,
manufactured from high quality polypropylene and is sewer gas-resistant pipes for new and replacement gravity
engineered to last whilst being light in weight for ease of sewer systems.
handling and installation.
• Kitemarked™ to WIS 4-35-01 and BS EN 13476-3.
• Choice of IC600 bases with straight through or cross • Compliant with Sewerage Sector Guidance for
tee flow configurations.
England, Sewers for Scotland, and The Welsh Minister
• Certified to EN 13598-2 Standards for Sewers.
• High strength single piece 600mm diameter Ridgisewer • Manufactured to stiffness classification SN8.
SN8 riser.
• Light in weight and strong for improved health and
safety and easy handling

Sewerdrain Gravity Sewer Flexicon Rubber Couplers & Flexicon Reducing Bushes
System Adaptors • Compatible with pipes made
• Available in 200mm, 250mm and • Comprehensive range for from other material.
315mm diameters with a full adapting different sized plain
range of pipe and fittings. ended pipes, including clay,
• Kitemarked to BS EN 1401-1. PVCu, and cast iron.
• Compliant with Sewerage Sector • Quick and easy installation giving
Guidance for England, Sewers for an air-tight and water-tight
Scotland, and The Welsh Minister installation.
Standards for Sewers. • Kitemarked to BS EN 295-4 and
WIS 4-41-01.
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 Installation Guidance: Dimensions and Weights

Installation Guidance
Outside Diameter Wall Thickness Weight Per Metre
Product Size
(mm) Min (mm) Min (kg) Min

82mm/3” 82.40 3.20 1.18

With Polypipe Building Products’ ethos of ‘fit and Best practice and guidance of jointing methods,
forget’. Installation and design calculations are an flow rate calculations, pipework installation and Underground Drain - PVCu 110mm/4” 110.00 3.20 1.59
important part of having a watertight system. drainage/chamber requirements are all featured in (BS EN 1401-1 & BS EN 13476-2)
Working to the advice in this section will inform the guide. Should you require any further details 160mm/6” 160.00 4.10 2.97
you of Polypipe’s recommended installation please email:
method. 150mm 160.00 7.00 1.90
[email protected]
Polysewer Gravity Sewer
Note: Illustrations are for visual representation only. Or contact your local Area Sales Manager by System 225mm 250.00 10.50 3.70
visiting: (WIS 4-35-01 & BS EN 13476-3)
300mm 330.00 14.50 5.50
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200mm 200.00 4.90 4.44
Sewerdrain Gravity Sewer
System 250mm 250.00 6.10 6.92
(BS EN 1401-1)
315mm 315.00 7.70 11.00

TABLE 1: PRODUCT DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS

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 Installation Guidance: Pipe Handling and Storage
Room Temperature Controls: Traditional Installation Guidance: Methods of Jointing

Pipe Handling and Storage Storage of loose pipes Methods of Jointing Solvent Weld Jointing
Handling and loading of pipes Pipe bundles may be stacked up to three high Push-fit (Ring Seal) Jointing 1. Ensure that the pipe is cut square and that all
on firm level ground ensuring that the frames burrs are removed.
PVCu pipes and fittings are very easily handled are placed ‘wood to wood’ to avoid damaging 1. Where plain end pipe is being used, ensure
as they are strong and lightweight, however, that the pipe is cut square to the axis and
2. Ensure that both surfaces to be jointed are
the pipes. Pipes should not be removed from any dry and free from dust or other debris.
incorrect handling can result in damage and care position within stacked bundles. Before removing that all burrs are removed.
should be exercised. Loose pipes should be loaded 3. Use Polypipe cleaning fluid CF250 to remove
pipes, the bundles should be placed at ground 2. Chamfer the end of the pipe to prevent the
onto transport and unloaded by hand, however level and provision made to retain the frames in an any surface grease from the spigot and
ring seal being damaged or displaced when
for mechanical unloading, webbing or rope slings upright position as pipes are removed. socket to be jointed.
the pipe is inserted into the socket. Fittings
should be used. Metal chains, hooks or chains must 4. Apply a coat of Polypipe solvent cement to
Loose pipes should be laid on a reasonably flat with spigot ends are moulded with a chamfer
not come into contact with pipes. both surfaces to be jointed using the brush
surface free from large stones or sharp projections, during manufacture.
Pipes in larger quantities may be delivered in full applicator provided in the lid. The cement
if this is not possible, place the pipes on transverse 3. Lubricate the spigot or ring seal with
bundles within timber frames and the pipes should should be applied along the length of the
bearers of at least 75mm width and spaced at Polypipe joint lubricant (SG500, LUBX1 or
remain within this packaging until required for spigot and not around it’s diameter.
centres not exceeding 1m. Side support should have LUBX2.5)
installation. a minimum bearing width of at least 75mm and 5. The spigot should be inserted into the socket
4. Insert the pipe or fitting into the socket and
immediately, with a slight twisting action.
Pipe bundles should be unloaded by using webbing placed at intervals of 1.5m or less.
then withdraw it by approx. 10mm to allow
or rope slings or by forklift. If unloading by forklift, Different sizes are best stacked separately, if this is for thermal expansion and contraction of the 6. Any surplus solvent cement should be
care should be taken to align forks correctly not practical, then stack with the largest pipes at removed with a clean cloth.
pipework.
underneath the bundles to avoid damage to the the base (see diagram 3), stacks should not exceed 4”/110mm dia. 4”/110mm 7. The joint will be strong enough to handle

Installation Guidance
pipes. seven layers or 2m in height. uPVC pipe Socket
after approx. 5 minutes and can be tested
after 12 hours.

10mm Table 2 indicates the approximate number of joints

that can be made for each pipe diameter with
solvent cement, cleaning fluid and silicone grease.

DIAGRAM 5:Push-Fit Jointing Installation

DIAGRAM 3: Correct and Incorrect way to store pipes

Approximate Number of Joints for Pipe Diameters
DIAGRAM 1: Correct and Incorrect way to load pipes Pipe Dimensions
82mm 110mm 160mm

Solvent Cement 125ml Code SC125 9 5 3

Solvent Cement 250ml Code SC250 18 10 6

Solvent Cement 500ml Code SC500 35 20 12

Cleaning Fluid 250ml Code CF250 30 20 15

DIAGRAM 4: Correct way to store socketed pipes Silicone Grease 100g Code SG100 35 20 10
When socketed pipes are stacked, the bottom layer
Joint Lubricant 500ml Bottle SG500 100 45
of sockets should be prevented from being in direct
contact with the ground, either by excavating under LUBX Joint Lubricant 1kg Tub LUBX1 200 90
the socket, or by use of transverse supports (see LUBX Joint Lubricant 2.5kg Tub LUBX2.5 250 110
DIAGRAM 2: Correct and Incorrect way to off load pipes
diagram 4).
TABLE 2: NUMBER OF SOLVENT CEMENT JOINTS FOR PIPE DIAMETERS
Truck Graphic Originaly Designed by upklyak / Freepik
Alternate layers should have the sockets protruding
from and opposite to the previous layer.

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 Room Temperature Controls: Traditional
Installation Guidance: Methods of Jointing Installation Guidance: Methods of Jointing

Ancillaries Cleaning Fluid Cutting and Jointing Polysewer Pipes

Solvent Weld • Available as a 250ml tin Polysewer pipes should be to length using
a fine tooth saw. The cut should be made
Solvent cement available in 125ml, 250ml & 500ml.
Lubricant square to the pipe in the valley midway
Gap filling cement available as a 140ml tube
• Silicone grease available in 100g & 500g
between the corrugations, chamfering is not

When working with solvent cement it is essential • Aerosol Lubricant in 400ml can
necessary.

to observe normal safety rules: • Joint Lubricant 500ml bottle The procedure for jointing is as follows:

• Do not allow solvents or cleaners to come into

• Joint Lubricant 1kg and 2.5kg tub 1. Ensure Polysewer pipe ends and sockets
contact with skin or eyes are free from dirt, swarf, grit, etc.,
• Only use when in a well-ventilated area
Note: Only Polypipe solvent cement, cleaning particularly the first corrugation of any
• Do not smoke or use naked flames near the
fluid, silicone grease and pipe/joint lubricant are
recommended for use with Polypipe products.
pipe ends.
area of work 2. Check the seal is clean and fits over
• Once finished, close the container and store in
Other suppliers products may not be compatible.
the pipe end into the valley of the
a cool area first corrugation. Ensure the seal is not DIAGRAM 6: Cutting Polysewer pipes
twisted.
3. Apply Polypipe pipe/joint lubricant
(SG500, LUBX1 or LUBX2.5) to both the
pipe seal and the socket.
4.

Installation Guidance
Push the pipe fully into the socket. If
necessary, use a timber block and lever
to ensure the pipe is fully inserted.
Scan the QR code
below for our
COSHH
data sheets Seal must be seated in DIAGRAM 7: Adding seal and Joining Polysewer Pipes and Sockets
the valley of the first
corrugation

All COSHH data sheets are

hosted on www.poolypipe.com

DIAGRAM 8: Adding seal and Joining Polysewer Pipes and Sockets

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 Installation Guidance: Calculation of Flow Rates
Room Temperature Controls: Traditional Installation Guidance: Calculation of Flow Rates

Calculation of Flow Rates Capacity of Drains

Foul Drains Surface Water Drains The capacity of a drainage system will be The figures are also based on the recommended
determined by the diameter and gradient of the proportional depth of flow of 0.75. Foul drains are
Individual sanitary appliances, e.g., a WC or It is generally accepted that a suitable rainfall
pipework. The table shows capacities of 110mm normally designed to carry peak discharges at less
washbasin have a Discharge Unit value to enable design intensity for sizing surface water drains is
and 160mm diameter drains for each of the than full depth to allow for a safety factor and to
flow rates to be established. 0.014 litres/second/m² (50mm/hour).
roughness coefficient factors usually applied to aid ventilation.
BS EN 12056-2: 2000 details the Discharge Unit For high-risk areas, where ponding would lead to pipework for calculation purposes as follows:
values, which may vary slightly, depending on flooding of buildings, the drainage scheme should
k = 0.06 for new surface water drains
the soil system configuration to which they are be designed in accordance with BS EN 752, where
connected. However, the following figures are a higher rainfall intensity would be appropriate. k = 0.60 for new foul water drains
suitable for general calculation purposes. k = 1.50 for mature foul drains
Minimum Velocities
Discharge Unit
Appliance Flow velocities in drainage systems should be a 110mm 110mm 110mm 160mm 160mm 160mm
Value Gradient (1 in...)
minimum of 0.75metres/sec at 1/3 of the design k= 0.06 k= 0.60 k= 1.50 k= 0.06 k= 0.60 k=1.50
Wash basin 0.5
flow to avoid the possibility of grit and other solid Capacity in Litres/Second
Bidet 0.5 waste being deposited along the invert of the
5 33.3 25.1 21.6 96.2 73.4 63.5
drain.
Shower 0.6
10 23.3 17.7 15.3 67.4 51.8 44.9
Single urinal with cistern 0.8 Inspection
From / To Junction Manhole 15

Installation Guidance
Chamber 18.9 14.5 12.4 54.7 42.2 36.6
Bath 0.8
Start of external 20 16.3 12.5 10.8 47.2 36.5 31.6
Sink 0.8 drain (stack or
- 22m 45mm 25 14.5 11.2 9.7 42.0 32.6 28.4
ground floor
Dishwasher 0.8
appliance) 30 13.0 10.2 8.8 38.2 29.8 25.9
Washing machine 0.8
Rodding Eye 22m 45m 45m 35 12.2 9.5 8.2 35.3 27.5 23.9
WC with 7.5 litre cistern 2.0 Shallow 40 11.3 8.8 7.6 33.0 25.9 22.0
Inspection
TABLE 3: DISCHARGE UNIT VALUES 22m 45m 45m 45 10.5 8.3 7.2 31.0 24.1 21.0
Chamber (up to
1m deep)
50 10.0 7.8 6.7 29.2 23.0 20.0
Formula for calculation of flow rate: Q=k √∑DU Deep Inspection
Chamber and 55 9.5 7.5 6.5 28.0 22.0 19.0
Where: Q= Flow Rate in litres/sec - 45m 90m
Manhole (deeper 60 9.2 7.2 6.2 26.7 21.0 18.0
K= Frequency factor than 1m)
∑DU = Sum of discharge units 65 8.6 6.8 5.8 25.4 20.1 17.5
TABLE 4: MAXIMUM SPACINGS OF ACCESS POINTS
K= 0.5 for dwellings, guest houses, offices etc. 70 8.5 6.6 5.6 24.6 19.4 16.8
0.7 for hospitals, schools, restaurants, 75 8.0 6.4 5.5 24.6 19.4 16.3
hotels etc.
80 7.8 6.2 5.3 23.0 18.0 15.7
1.0 for toilets/showers open to the public
85 7.5 6.0 5.2 22.2 17.5 15.1

90 7.3 5.8 5.0 21.7 17.0 15.4

95 7.1 5.7 4.9 21.0 16.6 14.2

100 6.9 5.5 4.8 20.5 16.2 14.0

TABLE 5: DRAIN CAPACITIES

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 Installation Guidance: Pipework Installation
Room Temperature Controls: Traditional Installation Guidance: Pipework Installation

Bedding & Backfilling 3. Pipes laid on 100mm granular bedding Protection for Pipes (b) Flexible joints to be provided in concrete at each pipe
joint. It is recommended that 3.0m pipe lengths are used
The following information is based on the where concrete encasement is required.
First 300mm of selected backfill to be free from stones
1. Pipes laid at shallow depths in
recommendations in BS EN 1610 ‘Construction and exceeding 40mm (unless granular material extends 100mm

testing of drains and sewers’ and is intended as

above the crown of the pipe). non-trafficked areas Road
construction
a general guide to good practice in the selection Pipes laid in non-trafficked areas, e.g., in gardens with less
of bedding and backfill materials for Polypipe than 600mm of cover, should be protected against damage
Building Products underground drainage systems. by placing paving slabs or similar over them across the
whole width of the trench. A layer of granular material of
75mm min. thickness must be laid between pipes and slabs. Less than
1200mm.
1. Pipe laid on trench bottom
Concrete
Trench width to be min. Grade C20
300mm + pipe diameter

Less than
Concrete
600mm.
bedding min.
150mm

100mm deep granular Granular side fill to be of

pipe bedding the same specification as
bedding to the crown of
the pipe. Paving slab (Min.
75mm granular
Where the backfill above the pipe contains stones larger than 40mm material above
or where pipes are laid deeper than 2.0m in poor ground, the granular

Installation Guidance
crown of pipe).
material should extend to a minimum of 100mm above the crown of
the pipe.
When pipes are laid in rock, compacted sand and gravel requiring
mechanical means of trimming and in very soft or wet ground, the
bedding should be a minimum of 100mm. 2. Pipes laid at shallow depths in
As-dug soil side fill As-dug soil backfill
adoptable trafficked areas
Trench bottom hand trimmed and loosened to form pipe bed. Small
depressions should be made to accommodate pipe sockets. Nominal (a) Side fill material to be placed evenly on both sides of
Pipe
As-dug material is suitable if conforming to BS EN 1610 i.e. material should maximum Material Detail
have particles not exceeding 10mm for 110mm pipe and 15mm for 160mm Diameter pipe, taking care to work the material under the lower
pipe.
Particle size
quadrant of the pipe, ensuring the pipe is not lifted. Both
10mm granular pipe
2. Pipes laid on 50mm granular bedding 110mm 10mm
bedding
sides of the trench should be filled simultaneously to avoid
First 300mm of selected backfill to be free from stones horizontal movement of the pipe.
exceeding 40mm (unless granular material extends 100mm Over 110mm 10mm or 14mm single size Road
15mm
above the crown of the pipe). to 160mm or 14mm to 5mm graded construction

10mm, 14mm or 20mm

Over 160mm single size or 14mm to
20mm
to 315mm 5mm graded or 20mm to
5mm graded

TABLE 6: GRANULAR BEDDING AND SIDEFILL MATERIALS FOR

150mm Reinforced
PVCu DRAINAGE PIPES Less than
concrete slab, min.
600mm. Min. C20 with A393 mesh
Note: Installation should be carried out in accordance with BS EN 1610 and 150mm reinforcement or as
BS EN 752. agreed with Adopting
Where the ‘as dug’ material is suitable as bedding, the bottom of the trench Authority
may be trimmed to form the pipe bed.

50mm deep bedding Suitable pipe bedding is defined as a material in accordance with the
Granular side fill to be of the recommendations of BS EN 1610, WIS 4-08-02/WIS 4-08-02A and
Single sized or graded Min. 200mm bearing
same specification as bedding IGN 4-08-01/IGN 4-08-01A
gravel to WIS 4-08-02 on original ground
to the crown of the pipe. Recycled granular pipe bedding of suitable size may also be used.

Where the backfill above the pipe contains stones larger than 40mm or where Aggregates conforming to BS EN 13242:2002 are suitable as processed
bedding and sidefill materials. Lower bedding -
pipes are laid deeper than 2.0m in poor ground, the granular material should min. 100mm
extend to a minimum of 100mm above the crown of the pipe.
Mechanical compaction of main
Where the as-dug material can be hand trimmed by shovel and is not puddled backfill material should not be
when walked upon, a 50mm depth of 10mm single sized granular bedding commenced until there is a total
material may be used. depth of cover of 300mm above
the crown of the pipe

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Room Temperature Controls: Traditional Installation Guidance: Pipework Installation

Pipes Laid at Shallow Depths Under Joint for Concrete Encased Pipe Pipes Through Walls
Buildings Where pipes are surrounded in concrete to protect nearby (a) Short length of pipe bedded in wall with joints formed (b) Arch or lintelled opening to give min. 50mm space all
foundations, an 18mm compressible board, e.g. fibreboard within 150mm of each wall face. round the pipe. Mask opening on both side of the wall
Where the crown of the pipe is within 300mm of the
or polystyrene should be placed around the pipe at each Adjacent rocker pipes of 600mm max. length with with rigid sheet material to prevent entry of fill or
underside of the slab, the pipework should be surrounded
joint. flexible joints. vermin.
with 150mm concrete as an integral part of the floor slab.
SSL Important Fill void with compressible material to prevent entry
of gas.

Less than
300mm. 600 150 150 600
max max max max

50
Pipes Near Buildings
Where the crown of the pipe is within 300mm of the
underside of the slab, the pipework should be surrounded
with 150mm concrete as an integral part of the floor slab.
Ground Level

Installation Guidance
A

100mm of Concrete on each side of pipe

Where dimension A is less than 1.0m, concrete fill trench to

level of underside of foundations. Movement joint
of 18mm thick
compressible board

‘A’ less
150mm

Where dimension A is greater than 1.0m, concrete fill

trench to this level.

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Room Temperature Controls: Guidance: Drainage Connections Installation
Traditional Installation Guidance: Drainage Connections Installation

Waste and Rainwater Connections Drainage Adaptors

Waste Pipe Rainwater Pipe SKU No. of

Description
Code connections
Waste
adaptor

For connection
options, see the UG255 4in/110mm. Adaptor to 21.5mm overflow 1
table below. Rainwater downpipe

Rainwater adaptor
For connection option, see UG256 4in/110mm. Adaptor to 32/40mm waste pipe 1
table below.

UG257 4in/110mm. Adaptor to 50mm waste pipe 1

UG435 4in/110mm. Single to Pipe or Spigot (Requires Waste Boss Adaptor) 1

UG456 4in/110mm. Socket to 40mm waste pipe 1

Installation Guidance
UG411 4in/110mm. UG411 4in/110mm.
Double Underground Double Underground UG457 4in/110mm. Socket to 50mm waste pipe 1
Socket Bend Drain Pipe Socket Bend Drain Pipe

Round Square UG461 4in/110mm. 32mm and 40mm double mixed to Socket 2

21.5mm 32mm 40mm 50mm 50mm 68mm 65mm

UG255 (4in/110mm.)
UG492 4in/110mm. 40mm and 40mm double equal to Socket. 2

UG256 (4in/110mm.)
4in/110mm. Universal Drain Adaptors (Black EPDM) Locates on
UG257 (4in/110mm.)
UG485 1
Socket
WASTE

UG435 (4in/110mm.)
4in/110mm. Universal Drain Adaptors (Black EPDM) Locates on
UG456 (4in/110mm.)
UG493 1
Spigot
UG457 (4in/110mm.)

UG461 (4in/110mm.)
UG253 3in/82mm. Spigot/Socket to 68mm Round Downpipe Socket 1

UG492 (4in/110mm.)
UG254 4in/110mm. Spigot/Socket to 68mm Round Downpipe Socket 1
UG485 (4in/110mm.)
RAINWATER

UG493 (4in/110mm.) TABLE 8: DRAINAGE ADAPTOR OVERVIEW

UG253 (3in/82mm.)

UG254 (4in/110mm.)

TABLE 7: RAINWATER AND WASTE PIPE CONNECTION OPTIONS

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Traditional Installation Guidance: Drainage Connections Installation

Soil Pipe / WC Bottle Gully Gully Installation

Road Gully Installation

4in/110mm
Soil pipe or WC 4in/110mm. Finished
surface level Gully grating and frame to
Connector Underground
Waste or Rainwater Pipe SWH clause 508.4 & 5
Drain Pipe

UG402 Double UG425 Bottle

Socket Coupler Gully

4in/110mm.
Brickwork to
Concrete Underground
SHW2400
Support Drain Pipe
*UG483 Rest series
Bend
Double socket Min. 150mm
bend angle to suit ST4 concrete
drainage layout surround to
SWH clause
2602
*Alternatively two UG403 45º radius bends connected together with a
short length of pipe may be used 160mm o.d. outlet
to gully adaptors
Back Inlet Bottle Gully Rectangular Hopper/Universal Gully Trap are available to
Ridgidrain/Polysewer
systems
Waste pipe

Installation Guidance
UG427 Back Inlet
For connection of Waste Pipe
Bottle Gully
waste pipes use
angled adaptors: UG428 Rectangular Hopper
SN66 - 32mm
SN67 - 40mm
SN68 - 50mm
UG413
UG427S Blanking Universal
plug with boss Gully Trap RG450/750 (750mm Deep)
shoulder RG450/900 (900mm Deep)
4in/110mm.
4in/110mm. Underground
Underground Drain Pipe
Drain Pipe

Double socket
bend angle to suit UG411 Double
drainage layout Socket Bend

Rodding Eye - Spigot Tail Rodding Eye - Socket Tail

Rodding Eye Terminal UG521Rodding Eye
Concrete UG402 Double Concrete Terminal
Support Socket Coupler Support

2.0m max 2.0m max

depth depth

UG403 Double UG403 Double

Socket Bend Socket Bend

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Room Temperature Controls: Guidance: Inspection Chamber Installation
Traditional Installation Guidance: Inspection Chamber Installation

Inspection Chambers Design Requirements

Pipe Size
Minimum Max. Capacity Dim ‘A’
The layout of the underground drainage system Gradient (Litres/Sec)
Internal Layout + 2 Risers 605mm
should be kept as simple as possible with the 82mm 1:100 3.50
To minimise blockages and ease maintenance minimum number of changes in direction and + 3 Risers 803mm
operations, it is recommended that: 110mm 1:100 6.90
gradient. Access points should be provided only if + 4 Risers 1000mm
• The main channel extends along the whole blockages could not be cleared without them. 160mm 1:150 18.20
diameter of the chamber. Connections of drains to other drains should be
TABLE 12: 460mm INSPECTION CHAMBER BASE DEPTH

• The main channel is aligned to take the made obliquely in the direction of flow.
* Min. 5 WC’s
Where the depth of the inspection chamber
highest discharge flow. Direction of flow
TABLE 10: SURFACE WATER DRAINS exceeds 1.20m, a 450 and 460mm diameter Non-
Sewers, i.e.
• Branches should enter the main channel drain serving Chamber Depths man Entry chamber is available, which can be used
up to depths of 4.00m where permitted.
discharging in the direction of flow at an more than one
Where the required chamber depth falls between
angle of no more than 45° to the main flow. property, should
that available with standard risers, the top riser
• Bends immediately outside inspection
be kept as far as is
can be cut back using a fine tooth saw to the
practicable away
chambers on the inlet, the outlet or both finished level and slope of surrounding ground.
from the point on
pipes should not be greater than 45°.
a building where
• The following diagram provides a visual aid future extension is
of correct internal layout. likely, e.g. the rear
side of a dwelling

Installation Guidance
Gully where there is
‘A’
room for an extension.

The system should be ventilated by a flow of air,

normally provided by a ventilating pipe situated at
Bend to suit or near the head of each main drain.
Long Redius
Bend
Drains should be laid to even gradients and any
Bend to suit -
change of gradient should be combined with an
Max 45o Dim ‘A’
Main channel
access point.
aligned to + 1 Riser 314mm
take highest * Min. 5 WC’s
discharge + 2 Risers 457mm
flow
Inspection Max.
Peak Flow Minimum + 3 Risers 600mm
Chamber Pipe Size Capacity
Base (Litres/Sec) Gradient
Gully (Litres/Sec)
Bend to suit -
TABLE 11: 320mm SHALLOW INSPECTION CHAMBER BASE
Max 45o <1 82mm 1:40 4.10 DEPTH
<1 110mm 1:40 9.20

Further detail is provided in clause NA.6.4.4.3 of BS >1 82mm 1:80 2.80

EN 752: 2017. >1 110mm 1:80 6.30

>1 160mm 1:150* 15.00

TABLE 9: FOUL DRAINS

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Traditional Installation Guidance: Inspection Chamber Installation

Jointing Side Risers SFARB Inspection Chambers Key Benefits

• Fully sealed for a watertight, tamper proof and low
Section through base of 320mm diameter Section through base of 460mm diameter The Polypipe 450mm Pipe Riser Inspection Chamber gives
maintenance installation
riser riser complete flexibility, providing easy access for inspection,
cleaning and maintenance in sewer and drainage systems in • Light in weight and strong for improved health and
traffic and non-traffic areas. safety and easier handling

• Chemical & corrosion resistant

Suitable for both adoptable and non-adoptable
applications, the range is manufactured from high quality • Kitemarked to BS EN 13598-2
polypropylene and is engineered to last.
• High strength single piece 450mm Ridgisewer SN8
For Jointing 460mm riser
diameter risers, use The bases are pre-benched and the 450mm Ridgisewer riser
sealing ring code
UG488 in the groove is easy to cut to length without the need for special tools • Versatile and available with inlets for 150mm
around the bottom Polysewer and 160mm/110mm BS EN 1401, BS EN
edge of the riser. or equipment, making the whole installation quicker and
easier. 13476-2 & BS EN 13476-3.
When assembling side riser and bases or side riser to side riser, the seal should be lubricated with Polypipe pipe/joint
lubricant (SG500, LUBX1, LUBX2.5) silicone grease or aerosol lubricant prior to jointing to ensure a watertight seal for first
time site testing. Other suppliers lubricants may not be compatible. Ductile iron cover and frame B125
Note: Building sealant conforming to BS EN ISO 11600 may also be used to seal joints between risers or between the Kitemarked to BS EN 124 - Polypipe code
UDC750 (round) / UG513 or UG520.
bottom riser and the base of pre-formed inspection chambers Alternatively D400 (supplied by others)
Class B engineering Bricks or pre-cast

Installation Guidance
concrete cover frame seating rings

Riser to Riser and Frame to Riser Fixing Kits Pre-cast concrete slab or in-situ
concrete slab to support cover and
frame, minimum 700mm clear opening
A selection of fixing kits are available to secure risers Mortar bed and haunching Minimum 50mm gap between riser
to cover & frame. and cover slab, filled with flexible
together and for securing frames to risers. foam filler

Granular type 1
sub-based material

Riser cap with restricted access reducer

SFATA

RSW450X3PE8. 450mm Chamber Riser

Minimum 150mm thick
granular type 1 sub-base
FRK500 FRK501 FRK502 material or GEN3 in-situ
concrete surround
460mm Plastic Frame to Riser Spare Black Ties (30) (for FRK 460mm Ductile Iron Frame to
Fixing Kit (for use with UG497, 500) - Not suitable for Ductile Riser Fixing Kit (for use with
UG510& UG511). Iron Frames. UG419, UG513, UG520, UDC700,
SFARB Base
Granular bedding material
UDC702 & UDC750). Choice of: SFARB1 | SFARB2 | SFARB3

110mm/160mm Smoothwall
Underground Pipe or 150mm
FRK503 FRK504 Polysewer

460mm Riser to Riser Fixing Kit - Plastic Frame to Riser & Riser to
use 1 kit per riser. Riser Fixing Kit

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Traditional Installation Guidance: Inspection Chamber Installation

IC600 Inspection Chambers Key Benefits Inspection Chamber Detail TESTING OF BELOW GROUND
The Polypipe IC600 range of 600mm diameter inspection
• For use with 150/160mm, 225/250mm or 300/315mm DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
chambers is designed for adoptable and non-adoptable
pipe with a choice of adaptors for pipe connection to 320mm Shallow Inspection Chamber Detail Following initial installation, all sections of the
Polysewer, Smoothwall PVCu and Vitrified Clay pipe Paving Material
domestic and commercial drainage systems, the range underground drainage system should be inspected for
is manufactured from high quality polypropylene and is • Certified to EN 13598-2 and compliant to Sewerage obstructions, straightness, and water infiltration, and tested
engineered to last. Sector Guidance for England, Sewers for Scotland, Selected site
accordingly.
and the Welsh Minister Standards for Sewers. material free from
The unique adaptor range simplifies choice allowing stones larger than
25mm BS EN 1610:2015 Construction & Testing of Drains and
multiple configuration options for connection to Polysewer, • Light weight & strong for improved health and safety
Sewers; Clause 10 - Testing During Construction states:
Smoothwall PVCu and 150mm Vitrified Clay pipe. and easy handling, corrosion resistant with high
100mm layer of
strength single piece 600mm diameter Ridgisewer granular material
‘…Where initial leak tightness testing is required it should be
above crown applied before any sidefill is placed around the joints…’
SN8 riser
of pipe

• Riser cap which can be adapted for reduced access The Design and Construction Guidance for foul and surface
for chamber depths of greater than 1.2m by using water sewers clause E7.3 - Testing of Gravity Sewers states:
the UG514 restricted access reducer with Polypipe ‘Sewers shall be tested regularly throughout the installation
100mm layer of 10mm granular
ductile iron covers & frames material below main channel of (typically every three jointed segments) before any
inspection chamber concreting or backfilling is commenced, other than such as
Ductile iron cover and frame B125
Kitemarked to BS EN 124 - Polypipe code
460mm Diameter Inspection Chamber Detail may be necessary for structural stability whilst under test.
UG513 (square) or UDC750 (round).
150mm x 150mm concrete surround required for support of cover and ’Testing before sidefilling and backfilling will help to minimise
Alternatively D400 (supplied by others)
frame. Where the inspection chamber is being installed on a driveway
Class B engineering Bricks or pre-cast subject to light vehicular traffic, or where B125 covers are being used, the disruption and the need for removal of sidefill or backfill should
concrete cover frame seating rings

Installation Guidance
concrete support should be 300mm wide x 225mm deep
remediation be required.’
Pre-cast concrete slab or in-situ
concrete slab to support cover and Selected site The current Building Regulations require that drains should
Mortar bed and haunching to
frame, minimum 700mm clear opening material free
cover & frame. be tested for water tightness by means of an air test or
from stones
Minimum 50mm gap between riser larger than water test as detailed below:-
and cover slab, filled with flexible 25mm
foam filler
Granular type 1 sub-based 100mm layer of
Air Test
material Riser cap with restricted access reducer For pipes up to 300mm diameter, the pipe should be
granular material
UG514 (not required if used with
above crown
UG520 cover & frame)
of pipe pressurised to a pressure of 110mm water gauge and held
for approx. 5 minutes prior to testing.

Following this, the pipe should be able to hold an initial

RSW600X3PE8. 600mm Chamber Riser 100mm pressure with a maximum loss of head on a
Minimum 150mm thick granular 100mm layer of 10mm granular material below main channel of inspection
type 1 sub-base material or GEN3 manometer of 25mm in a period of 7 minutes.
chamber
in-situ concrete surround
1. In all installations, the main channel of the inspection Water Test
chamber should always be used. Where the chamber For pipes up to 300mm diameter, the system should be
is being used as a change or direction for the filled with water up to a depth of 500mm above the lowest
IC600 Base
Choice of: IC6BS6 | IC6BS12 | IC6CRS6 drainage system, short radius bends of 11 1/4o, 15o, invert in the test section and a minimum depth of 100mm
Granular bedding material | IC6CRS10 | IC6CRS12 measured at the highest invert in the test section.
30o and 45o can be used in the inlet and outlet to
achieve the required angle. This may then be left for a period (one hour is generally
2. Side inlet branch connections enter the inspection sufficient) to condition the pipe. The test pressure should
Base adaptor to smoothwall or
Polysewer pipe chamber approx. 55mm above the invert of the main then be maintained for a period of 30 minutes, by topping
channel. up the water level as necessary so that it is within 10mm of
the required level throughout the test.
3. 320mm diameter chambers are supplied with 2
no. blanking plugs for the side inlets and 460mm The losses per square metre of surface area should not
160mm/250mm/315mm exceed 0.15 litres for test lengths with only pipelines or 0.20
Smoothwall Underground Pipe or
diameter chambers are supplied with 3 no. blanking
150mm/225mm/300mm Polysewer plugs. litres for test lengths including pipelines and manholes,
or 0.4 litres for tests with only manholes and inspection
chambers alone (i.e. no pipelines).
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Traditional Installation Guidance: Cover and Frames

Covers and Frames Product Classification

It is important to select a cover and frame with a suitable UG439 Circular Concrete Cover & PP
Frame
A15
load classification for the location of the chamber. Load
classifications are as follows: UG499 Square Concrete Cover & PP
Frame
A15
(A15) Group 1 - Class A15 of BS EN 124:2015
UG436 Aluminium Sealed Cover & Frame A15
Cover and frame capable of withstanding a 15kN/1.5 tonne
test load. For use in areas to which only pedestrians and
UG501 Circular PP Sealed Cover & Frame A15
cyclists have access. A 150mm x 150mm concrete surround is UG502 Square PP Sealed Cover & Frame A15
required for support of cover and frame.
UDC700 Circular Ductile Iron Cover &
Frame
B125
Note: A15 covers may not be acceptable for adoption by some water

and sewerage companies UDC702 Square Ductile Iron Cover &

Frame
B125
(A35 & A50) Group 1 - Class A15 of BS EN 124:2015 and
Class A35 of BS ISO 15398:2012 TABLE 13: 320mm DIAMETER COVERS & FRAMES

Cover and frame tested to withstanding a 35kN/3.5 tonne

Product Classification
test load (A35) or 50kN/5.0 tonne test load (A50). For use in
UG497 Circular Concrete Cover & PP
areas to which pedestrians and cyclists have access, may also A15
Frame
be used for private single household driveways not part
of the Public Highway, provided always that they are on a UG419 Cast Iron Cover & Cast Iron Frame A50

Installation Guidance
concrete surround at least 300mm wide x 225mm deep. On
UG510 Square PP Sealed Cover & Frame
slopes, or where vehicles may turn causing tarmac around with 350mm non-man entry restriction
A35
the frame to scuff or crack, a 300mm wide x 225mm deep
UG511 Circular PP Cover & Frame A35
concrete surround should extend upwards to surround the
frame and no tarmac should be put on top of the concrete. UG513 Square Cast Iron Cover & Cast
Iron Frame
B125
If the frame is not supported correctly on concrete, then
the cover and frame will not perform as required. UG520 Square Ductile Iron Cover & Frame
with 350mm non-man entry
B125
Note: A35 and A50 covers may not be acceptable for adoption by some
UDC600 Square Ductile Iron Cover
water and sewerage companies
& Frame B125
B125

(B125) Group 2 - Class B125 of BS EN 124:2015

TABLE 14: 450mm/460mm DIAMETER COVERS & FRAMES
Covers and frame capable of withstanding a 125kN/12.5
tonne test load. For use in footways, pedestrian areas and Where a heavier duty cover is required, UDC700
comparable areas such as car parks or car decks. (320mm circular), UDC702 (320mm square) and UDC750
(450mm/460mm) circular ductile iron cover and frames
Note: B125 is the minimum class of cover accepted by some water and
are available to BS EN 124 Class B125 tested to withstand
sewerage companies for adoptable areas.
125kN/12.5 tonne test loads. The UG513 and UG520 square
cover and frame for the 460mm diameter chamber also
meets this requirement.

NOTE: Where specified, frame to riser fixing kits should be used, see the

current Trade Price List for details.

UDC750

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