What is a drainage interceptor? A drain interceptor is a tank installed within pipework to collect and hold contaminants, allowing the remaining wastewater to be discharged safely into the main sewerage system. Drainage interceptors are referred to by other names, including interceptor traps, interceptor tanks, and filter tanks. They can also be called separators – […]
At UKDN Waterflow, we’ve put together our Drainage Dirty Dozen so that you know how to keep your drainage systems — at work and at home — happy and healthy. We’ve even created a downloadable poster which you can print and display to help spread awareness about good drainage practices. Click here to download your free […]
A manhole, or inspection chamber, is an access point to an underground utility network, such as a drainage system. The presence of a drain or sewer manhole allows the underground pipes to be inspected, surveyed, unblocked, cleaned, or repaired. Guidance on the design, location, and structure of manhole and inspection chambers is governed in the […]
What is a Soil Vent Pipe? A soil vent pipe commonly runs vertically from the underground drainage system to the top of a property, just above roof gutter level. It is also known as a soil stack pipe, a drain waste vent or a ventilated discharge pipe. Soil vent pipes can be installed inside structures. […]