The Freedrain penstocks are used in surface water, sewerage systems, (sewerage) water treatment systems etc. to (temporarily) block or allow to pass water
They are manufactured from high quality HDPE and they will be reinforced with Stainless Steel 316L profiles. HDPE is lightweight and has a high chemical resistance. Standard, the penstocks are fitted with a SS316L non-rising spindle
This version is suitable for flange mounting. Standard PN10 drillings. Other drillings on request.
The penstock contains a vertically moving door which can block the water supply on both sides. Tightening shall be effected by means of a special EPDM flat/lip shaped rubber profile to withstand 5 meter water column pressure on both sides, without any visible deformation.
Materials used:
-HDPE
-SS316L
-EPDM sealing
Advantages of the Freedrain penstocks:
-Design life of 50 years.
-First class materials used.
-Less maintenance.
-Light weight and easy handling.
-Easy to adjust the design for custom made requirements.
-High UV protection.
-Easy replaceable Lip seal.
Other options:
-Rising spindle situation.
-Several manual and electrical operations.
-Heavy duty penstocks with higher water pressure .
-Square, rectangular or egg-shaped openings.
-Weir penstock with downwards opening
