Rain Water Outeltsnwateroutlet ML

CI/Sfb
(52.4) XFV9
May 2004
ACO f u l b o r a
Rainwater engineering
ACO Fulbora watertight rainwater outlets for flat rroofs

oofs and
other ar
eas
areas
Product Catalogue and Specifiers Design Guide - 2 nd Edition
Certificate No.
FM13502
ACO f u l b o r a
Our modern, state of the art manufacturing plant

produces high quality products which have been used in
many hundreds of projects both in the UK and overseas.
We operate a quality system in accordance with
ISO 9001:2000.
ACO Fulbora
ACO Fulbora is a division of the ACO Group. The Group has
sales in excess of 250 million worldwide with production
facilities in 12 countries including the UK, Germany, USA,
France, Switzerland, Denmark, Australia and the Czech
Republic. In total more than 2500 people are employed in
27 countries throughout the world.
ACO Fulbora, based in Shefford, Bedfordshire, UK,
specialises in floor drains, channels, gullies, grease traps
and rainwater outlets manufactured from stainless steel,
polypropylene, galvanised steel, aluminium alloy, nickel
bronze and gun metal.
We aim to provide our customers with optimum solutions

and optimum support. Our qualified in-house engineers can
offer detailed technical advice and product information.
Purpose written CAD software enables us to provide
specifiers and end users with a no obligation design service
aimed at providing the optimum solution to drainage
problems. A team of experienced Area Sales Engineers is
available to give expert advice wherever and whenever
required.
ACO Fulboras comprehensive range of engineered
rainwater products is particularly suitable for all types of
flat roof and low pitched commercial and industrial roofing
applications.
Other products available from the ACO Fulbora portfolio
include linear and point drainage systems together with a
wide range of grease traps and interceptors for use in
industrial/commercial kitchens, food processing plants,
abattoirs, brewing/bottling plants, hospitals, hotels,
restaurants, chemical and pharmaceutical plants and
leisure facilities - anywhere in fact that requires hygienic and
corrosion resistant drainage products of the highest quality.
ACO f u l b o r a
Flat Roofs
The Need for Rainwater Outlets
Contents
Over the past few years, there have been

major advances and improvements in the
materials used in modern roofing
technology. The specifier now has
renewed confidence to take full
advantage of the benefits of a flat roof
and low pitched roof design concept.
Any flat area needs careful design to

ensure efficient removal of surface water.
Traditionally, water from a flat roof or
other structure is channelled by way of a
slope to a rainwater pipe. Leaks can often
occur at the junction of the membrane
and the rainwater pipe.
Hydraulic Design
Flat roofs allow greater planning and

design flexibility - roof-top gardens,
terracing, patios, car parks, building
services and ventilation equipment,
delivery areas and provision for adding
additional storeys at a later date. All can
be accommodated in a flat roof design.
To overcome this potential problem,

ACO Fulbora rainwater outlets provide a
watertight joint between the membrane
and the outlet by mechanically clamping
the membrane to the sump unit. Tried and
tested for over 40 years, ACO Fulbora
outlets have been used successfully on all
types of flat roof construction.
Extensive or irregular shaped buildings

can be roofed more quickly, easily and
cost effectively than a pitched roof.
Flat roofs allow easy access to natural

light and because of the simple
construction, internal partitioning is easy.
This is especially advantageous for
commercial or industrial buildings.
Considerations
Overview
Geographical Location
Flow Rate Calculation
Effective Catchment Area of Roofs 5

Practical Design Tips
HP (High Per
Performance)
formance) range of outlets
Product Ranges
Mk 3 Range & Accessories
Internal condensation is less of a risk

because a flat roof uses less airspace
than a pitched roof. In addition, the need
to heat and illuminate voids is eliminated.
Introduction
Introduction
HP (High Performance) Range

& Accessories
11
FreeDeck Drainage System
27
Architectural Eaves Treatments
33
Appendices
provides rainwater drainage solutions for a

wide range of applications.
Material Selection
36
Typical Roof Construction Detail 38

Installation Guidelines
43
Flexible Pipe Couplings
45
Mk 3 range of ver
tical spigot rainwater
vertical
outlets.
ACO f u l b o r a
Design Considerations
Hydraulic Design Considerations
Overview
Geographical Location
Flow Rate Calculation
The following notes are intended as a

guide to the specifier who is designing a
rainwater drainage system for a roof. It is
recommended that reference is made to
British Standard BS EN 12056 : 2000
Gravity Drainage Systems Inside
Buildings - Part 3 : Roof drainage, layout
and calculation for a comprehensive
design guide.
Rainfall intensity has a direct impact on

the performance requirements of any
rainwater drainage system. For roofs and
paved areas, it is normally impracticable
to guard against very infrequent,
extremely heavy rainfall situations and so
the designer should aim to strike a
balance between the cost of the drainage
system, the risk category of the building
and the frequency and subsequent
consequences of flooding.
The flow rate Q, from roofs, paved areas

and vertical walls and surfaces is
calculated as follows and assumes that all
surfaces are impermeable:
The drainage system for roofs and paved

areas should be capable of coping with
the intense rainfall that accompanies
summer thunderstorms.
A = Effective catchment area (m)
For any rainwater drainage system to

work effectively and reliably, due account
must be taken of the following
considerations:
Geographical location
Rainfall intensity
Effective catchment area of roof
Risk category of building
Hydraulic capacity of the drainage

system(s) employed
The UK experiences complex and varied

rainfall patterns. For example, surprisingly,
although the upland areas of northern and
western parts of the British Isles
experience higher average annual rainfall
than the lowland areas, the lowland areas
experience more frequent and more
intense short duration rainfall than the
upland areas. British Standard BS EN
12056 : 2000 may be referred to for
further information and guidance on this
topic.
A rainfall intensity of 75 mm/hr (0.02 l/s/
m2) is used throughout this design
catalogue.
Q = A x I litres/second
3600
where
Q = Volumetric flow rate (l/s)
I = Rainfall intensity (75 mm/hr)
ACO f u l b o r a
Pitched Roofs
Flat Roofs & Paved Areas
The effective catchment area of a freely

exposed pitched roof draining to an eaves
or parapet wall gutter is equal to the plan
area of the roof plus half its maximum
elevation area.
For a monopitch flat roof or paved area

with a freely exposed horizontal surface,
the effective catchment area is equal to
the plan area of the area to be drained as
shown below:
Effective Catchment Area of Roofs
Catchment Area B = a x b (m)
All linear dimensions in metres.

Figure 2. Monopitch Flat Roof
Catchment Area A = (f x l) + (g/2 x l) (m)
= l(f + g/2) (m)

Figure 1. Pitched Roof
For a flat roof with a dual pitch, split the

roof up into discrete areas to isolate the
catchment areas as follows:
Catchment Area C = c x d (m)

Catchment Area D = c x e (m)

Figure 3. Dual Pitch Flat Roof
ACO f u l b o r a
Effective Catchment Area of Roofs
Flat Roofs & Paved Areas with Adjacent Vertical Surfaces
Flat roofs or paved areas that are

adjacent to vertical walls and/or glazed
surfaces will be subjected to an increased
hydraulic load due to the effects of wind
driven rain against these vertical surfaces
and subsequently running off onto the
roof.
Similarly, for a flat roof exposed to two or

more vertical walls forming an angle or
bay, the assumed resulting wind direction
requires that the combined areas of the
walls should be considered together as
follows:
For a flat roof exposed to a single wall as

shown in Figure 4, assume the effective
catchment area to be half the exposed
vertical area of the wall and is shown as
follows:
Roof Catchment Area B = a x b (m)

Vertical Wall Catchment Area E = a x H/2 (m)
Vertical Wall Catchment Area F = b x h/2 (m)
Total Catchment Area = (a x b) + (E+ F - 2F x Cos ) (m)
All linear dimensions in metres; angles in degrees.

Figur
e 5 Monopitch Flat Roof with T
wo
Figure
Two
From Figure 2, Catchment Area B = a x b (m)
Adjacent V
er
tical W
alls
Ver
ertical
Walls
Vertical Wall Catchment Area E = a x H/2 (m)

Total Catchment Area = (a x b) + (a x H/2) (m)

Figure 4. Monopitch Flat Roof with One
Adjacent V
er
tical W
all
Ver
ertical
Wall
Practical Design Tips

When designing an engineered rainwater
scheme, the following design hints are
suggested:
Always allow for a back-up outlet,

even though only one outlet may be
required.
Rainwater outlets should be inspected

and cleaned at least every 6 months
to ensure reliable and continuous
operation.
Do not design for the maximum outlet

hydraulic capacity, allow a 10% factor
of safety margin for intense storms
and leaf/debris blockage.
ACO f u l b o r a
Mk 3 Range
The ACO Fulbora Mk 3 range of vertical
spigot rainwater outlets feature a unique
quick action twist release dome grate,
providing fast and convenient
maintenance.
The twist action eliminates the need for
central hook bolts/nuts or clamping bolts
that can be lost or mislaid during
maintenance visits. No tools are required
to remove the dome grate.
Mark 3 Range
Mk 3 Range
The ACO Fulbora Mk 3 range provides a

cost effective, high quality solution for
vertical spigot rainwater drainage.
A wide range of vertical spigot outlets are

available: 50 mm, 75 mm, 100 mm and
150 mm.
Mk 3 Range
Description
Mk 3 Range Accessories
8
10
Appendices
Material Selection
36
43
45
ACO f u l b o r a
Mk 3 Range
Description
The ACO Fulbora Mk 3 range of vertical
spigot rainwater outlets provide a reliable,
watertight and convenient solution for flat
roof drainage applications.
Mk 3 rainwater outlet range.
Mk 3 Range
The dome grating attaches to the body

via a unique twist action that enables fast
and convenient removal and replacement
without the need for any tools.
All products are manufactured from LM6
grade aluminium alloy to BS 1490 as
standard for optimum corrosion
resistance.
The roof membrane is positively secured

into the outlet body by a clamp that is
serrated on the underside ensuring the
membrane is clamped evenly and reliably.
The unit ensures the integrity of the seal
between the clamp and body is not
disturbed when the grating is removed for
maintenance during the life of the
installation. The clamp is secured by
either 2 or 4 stainless steel fixings
depending upon the size of outlet.
A range of raising ring accessories are
available to raise the grating above the
level of insulation or surrounding surface.
Raising rings are simply added by the
same twist action associated with the
dome grating.
Gun-metal to BS EN 1982 : 199

available to special order. Gun-metal
should be specified for use in
conjunction with copper or lead-clad
roofs or when connected to copper
pipes. Refer to Appendix 1 for
further information. Suffix Sales
Code with GM for this option for
example, 4Mk3-D GM.
Product Features
Durable, corrosion resistant

construction.
Convenient twist action dome grate no tools required.
Mk 3 rainwater outlets with raising rings

attached.
Quick, easy maintenance.
High flow rates.
Optional PVC collar for solvent & heat

welded single ply membranes.
Gun-metal optionally available.
Options
Optional rigid PVC ring supplied

bonded to body flange to facilitate
solvent/heat welding of high
performance, single ply roofing
membranes. Suffix Sales Code with
PVC for this option for example,
6Mk3-D PVC.
Gratings and clamp rings can be
provided to suit corporate colour
schemes and coding as required.
For further details of any options,
contact the ACO Fulbora Sales Desk for
more information.
ACO f u l b o r a
Mk 3 Range Vertical Spigot Dome Grate - Product Selector
Technical Information
Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
2Mk3-D
50
Dome
1.7
81
2.2
3Mk3-D
75
Dome
5.0
240
2.3
4Mk3-D
100
Dome
10.7
514
4.1
6Mk3-D
150
Dome
12.4
590
4.6
Based on a rainfall intensity of 75 mm/hr.
Flow rates based on BS EN 12056 : 2000.
Mk 3 Range
Based on a 35 mm head of water over the outlet body.
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
2Mk3-D
3Mk3-D
4Mk3-D
6Mk3-D
292
292
381
381
230
230
321
321
195
195
247
247
105
120
120
120
60
84
110
160
All dimensions in mm.
ACO f u l b o r a
Mk 3 Range
ACO f u l b o r a
HP (High Performance)
Range
The extensive range of products included
in the ACO Fulbora HP (High Performance)
range of outlets provides rainwater
drainage solutions for a wide range of
applications.
Key features of this high quality product
range include advanced grating geometry
increasing the flow of water through the
outlet compared to conventional units and
secure gratings to prevent vandalising
and theft.
The ACO Fulbora HP range provides a
high performance, cost effective, high
quality solution for most rainwater
applications.
HP Range
A wide range of outlet sizes and

configurations are available: 50 mm,
75 mm, 100 mm and 150 mm.
HP Range
Description
HP Vertical Spigot Outlet
HP Vertical Screw Outlet
HP 45 Spigot Outlet
HP 90 Spigot Outlet
HP Balcony Spigot Outlet
HP Two-Way Screw Outlet
HP Gully Spigot Outlet
HP Refurbishment Outlet
HP Accessories
12
15
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
Appendices
Material Selection
36
43
45
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Range
Description
The ACO Fulbora HP range of rainwater
outlets provides a comprehensive
selection of high performance rainwater
outlet solutions for most domestic,
industrial and commercial applications
involving flat roofs, balconies and terracing.
Reduced Installation Costs

At the centre of the vortex, a void is
naturally formed as the water spirals
through the outlet. Under these
conditions, both water and air are drawn
into the outlet significantly reducing
efficiency. For maximum flow rate
efficiency, only water should enter the
outlet. This may result in the use of fewer
outlets for a given installation.
High Flow Rate
HP Range
Advanced design features encourage a

higher flow rate of water through the
outlet compared to conventional systems
by reducing the amount of air that is
drawn into the outlet. If allowed to go
unchecked, a vortex will form as the
water enters the outlet - the same effect
can be seen in the bath or a sink when
the plug is removed.
Product Features
12
Cost effective drainage solution - high

flow rates minimises number of
outlets required.
Secure grating to prevent vandalism

and theft.
Comprehensive product range for

most applications.
Durable, corrosion resistant

construction.
Gun-metal optionally available.
The ACO Fulbora HP range of outlets

provide anti-vortex design features to
minimise this effect and a twofold design
approach is adopted to achieve this. On
all circular domed gratings an inverted
cup arrangement is integrated within the
grating to breakdown the vortex effect
within the grating and in addition, the leaf
guard geometry of the gratings is
optimised to encourage water to flow
radially into the outlet, thereby minimising
the vortex effect outside of the grating.
Compared to conventional outlets, high

performance outlets mean either fewer
outlets/pipe/groundworks with reduced
installation costs, or greater security in
extreme rainfall conditions.
Secure Gratings
All gratings for the HP range of products
are secured with stainless steel fixings
that require either a socket wrench or
spanner for removal and replacement.
This provides additional security to
prevent theft or vandalism.
ACO f u l b o r a
Membrane Clamp
The roof membrane is positively secured
into the outlet body by a clamp and is
secured by 2 stainless steel fixings. The
membrane clamp is serrated on the
underside for improved membrane clamp
grip performance. The outlet design
ensures the integrity of the seal between
the clamp and body is not disturbed when
the grating is removed for maintenance
during the life of the installation.
HP Range Accessories
Options
A wide range of accessories are available

for the ACO Fulbora HP range including
raising rings, PVC connectors, terrace
grates and deck support plates. See
Pages 24-26 for details.
Gun-metal to BS 1400 available to

special order. Gun-metal should be
specified for use in conjunction with
copper or lead-clad roofs or when
connected to copper pipes. Refer to
Appendix 1 for further information.
Suffix Sales Code with GM for this
option for example, 2HP-D GM.
Gratings and clamp rings can be

provided to suit corporate colour
schemes and coding as required.
Materials
Pipe Connections
Refer to Appendix 4 for details of the full
range of flexible pipe connection
couplings that are available from
ACO Fulbora.
HP Range
All products are manufactured from LM6

grade aluminium alloy to BS 1490 as
standard for optimum corrosion
resistance.
For further details of any options, contact

the ACO Fulbora Sales Desk for more
information.
13
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Range Product Selector
HP 45 & 90 Spigot Outlets
HP Vertical Spigot Outlet
General purpose rainwater outlets

suitable for direct connection to cast iron
pipework to BS 416 : 1983/EN 877 or to
PVC O-ring socket pipe to BS 4514 :
1983. Other connections can be made
using ACO Fulbora flexible couplings or
heat shrink sleeving. Vertical spigot
outlets are available with either domed or
flat gratings. Flat gratings are used where
either vehicles or pedestrian traffic is
likely.
HP Gully Spigot Outlet
These angled problem solving units are

particularly relevant to suit more complex
pipe run detail. Pipework connections as
per vertical spigot details.
HP Balcony Spigot Outlet
The gully outlet is designed to fit into

valley gutters and is supplied with a
vertical spigot outlet and dome grating.
Pipework connections as per vertical
spigot details.
HP Refurbishment Outlet
HP Vertical Screw Outlet
HP Range
The balcony outlet provides discrete safe

drainage for balconies and walkways.
Supplied complete with a D-shaped flat
grating, the outlet can be installed against
a wall. The grating is supplied with holes
to receive either 50 mm, 75 mm or
100 mm nominal bore rainwater
downpipes. These are easily cut on site to
suit the application.
Screwed outlets are recommended where
connection to the outlet occurs within the
thickness of the slab and threaded
connections will form a completely gastight seal.
Vertical screw outlets have a female
parallel thread to BS 21 : 1985 for
connecting directly to tubes conforming
to BS 1387 : 1985 which is supplied with
a taper male thread. This ensures a
completely watertight seal when screwed
fully home into the outlet body. A range of
PVC adaptors are available from ACO
Fulbora to allow connection to aluminium
pipework, socketed and socketless cast
iron pipework and PVC pipework.
14
HP Two-Way Screw Outlet
The two-way outlet is designed to be used

at the junction of roofs and parapet walls,
or wherever a horizontal and vertical
surface meet. Available to fit pipe sizes of
50 mm, 75 mm and 100 mm. This
flexible design of outlet allows either
horizontal or vertical outflow take-off.
Pipework connections as per vertical
screw details.
When an existing flat roof is being

upgraded, the refurbishment outlet is
designed to fit inside the existing outlet
and pipework with minimal disruption
without the need to remove the original
outlet. The aluminium body incorporates a
wide fixing flange to enhance the bond
with roofing membranes and does not
suffer the distortion effects during the
application of torched membranes.
Outlets are supplied with a flexible finned
pipe seal ensuring a watertight
connection to existing pipework. The ease
of use and minimal disruption to the
existing rainwater system makes this an
extremely cost effective solution when
upgrading flat roofs.
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Vertical Spigot Outlet, Dome Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
2HP-D
50
Dome
1.7
81
2.39
3HP-D
75
Dome
5.0
240
2.49
4HP-D
100
Dome
10.7
514
4.23
6HP-D
150
Dome
14.1
675
4.67
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Specification Clause
Dimension
2HP-D
3HP-D
4HP-D
6HP-D
A
B
C
D
E
292
233
196
98
60
292
233
196
108
83
380
305
244
122
110
380
305
244
145
160
The rainwater outlets 2HP-D/3HP-D/

4HP-D/6HP-D* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP vertical spigot outlets with locked
dome grating supplied by ACO Fulbora
(a division of ACO Technologies plc), of
Hitchin Road, Shefford, Bedfordshire, UK,
SG17 5TE.
All components to be manufactured from
grade LM6 aluminium alloy to BS 1490/
gun-metal to BS EN 1982*.
Pipework Connections
Vertical spigot outlets may be directly
connected to the following:
Cast iron pipework to BS 416:1973

or EN 877.
PVC O-ring socketed pipe to

BS 4514 : 1985 (for 3HP-D, 4HP-D
and 6HP-D outlets only).
Connection to 2HP-D units via heat

shrink socket or pipe couplings.
Refer to Appendix 4 for details of pipe connection couplings that are available.
All components used within the scope of

this system are shown on Drawing
No.
* and all work shall be
carried out strictly in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions and the
installation details are set out on Drawing
No.
*.
* please delete or complete as appropriate.
15
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Vertical Spigot Outlet, Flat Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
2HP-F
50
Flat
1.7
81
2.51
3HP-F
75
Flat
5.0
240
2.65
4HP-F
100
Flat
10.7
514
4.08
6HP-F
150
Flat
15.6
749
4.39
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
2HP-F
3HP-F
4HP-F
6HP-F
A
B
C
D
E
292
233
196
98
60
292
233
196
108
83
380
305
244
122
110
380
305
244
145
160
The rainwater outlets 2HP-F/3HP-F/

4HP-F/6HP-F* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP vertical spigot outlets with locked flat
grating supplied by ACO Fulbora
SG17 5TE.
Vertical spigot outlets may be directly

or EN 877.

BS 4514 : 1985 (for 3HP-F, 4HP-F
and 6HP-F outlets only).
Connection to 2HP-F units via heat

16

No.
No.
*.
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Vertical Screw Outlet, Dome Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
2HP-TD
50
Dome
1.7
81
2.29
3HP-TD
75
Dome
5.0
240
2.32
4HP-TD
100
Dome
10.7
514
4.03
6HP-TD
150
Dome
13.5
648
4.13
Dimension
2HP-TD
3HP-TD
4HP-TD
6HP-TD
A
B
C
D
292
234
121
35
292
234
121
45
380
305
133
38
380
305
114
38
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Vertical screw outlets have a female
parallel thread to BS 21 : 1985 for
connecting directly to tube conforming
to BS 1387 : 1985 which is supplied
with a taper male thread. This ensures a
completely watertight seal when
screwed fully home into the outlet body.
Screwed outlets are recommended

where connection to the outlet occurs
within the thickness of the slab and
threaded connections will form a
completely gas-tight seal within the slab.
Refer to HP Accessories section for details of PVC adaptors that are available from
ACO Fulbora.
The rainwater outlets 2HP-TD/3HP-TD/

4HP-TD/6HP-TD* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP vertical screw outlets with locked
dome grating supplied by ACO Fulbora
SG17 5TE.
No.
No.
*.
17
ACO f u l b o r a
HP 45 Spigot Outlet, Dome Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
245HP-D
50
Dome
1.7
81
3.34
345HP-D
75
Dome
5.0
240
3.77
445HP-D
100
Dome
10.7
514
4.81
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
245HP-D
345HP-D
445HP-D
A
B
C
D
E
305
229
229
175
62
305
229
235
175
87
372
305
273
191
114

445HP-D* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP 45 spigot outlets with locked dome
SG17 5TE.
45 spigot outlets may be directly

or EN 877.
Connection to PVC pipework via heat


No.
No.
*.
18
ACO f u l b o r a
HP 90 Spigot Outlet, Dome Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
290HP-D
50
Dome
1.7
81
3.57
390HP-D
75
Dome
3.5
171
3.61
490HP-D
100
Dome
7.0
336
4.69
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
290HP-D
390HP-D
490HP-D
A
B
C
D
E
305
229
124
232
62
329
229
121
267
83
405
305
142
285
110

490HP-D* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP 90 spigot outlets with locked dome
SG17 5TE.
90 spigot outlets may be directly

or EN 877.

BS 4514 : 1985 (for 390HP-D and
490HP-D outlets only).
Connection to 290HP-D via heat


No.
No.
*.
19
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Balcony Spigot Outlet, Flat Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
2HP-BO
50
Flat
1.7
81
2.58
3HP-BO
75
Flat
5.0
240
2.71
4HP-BO
100
Flat
8.4
403
2.77
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
2HP-BO
3HP-BO
4HP-BO
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
270
205
52
125
235
180
60
270
205
52
125
235
180
83
270
205
52
125
235
180
110
The rainwater outlets 2HP-BO/3HP-BO/
4HP-BO* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP Balcony spigot outlets with locked flat
SG17 5TE.
Balcony outlets may be directly

or EN 877.

BS 4514 : 1985 (for 3HP-BO and
4HP-BO outlets only).
Connection to 2HP-BO units via heat

20

No.
No.
*.
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Two-Way Screw Outlet, Flat Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
2HP-2W
50
Flat
1.7
1.7
81
81
2.14
3HP-2W
75
Flat
3.9
1.9
189
93
2.22
4HP-2W
100
Flat
6.0
2.3
288
110
2.23
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Vertical
Horizontal
Outflow
Outflow
Area Drained
(m2)
Vertical
Horizontal
Outflow
Outflow
Weight
(kg)
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
2HP-2W
3HP-2W
4HP-2W
A
B
C
D
E
F
Overall Length
204
70
191
214
50
45
225
204
70
191
214
50
45
255
204
70
191
214
50
45
255

Screwed outlets are recommended where

connection to the outlet occurs within the
thickness of the slab and threaded
connections will form a completely gastight seal within the slab.

No.
No.
*.
Refer to HP Accessories section for

details of PVC adaptors that are available
from ACO Fulbora.
Two Way outlets have a female parallel
thread to BS 21 : 1985 for connecting
directly to tube conforming to BS 1387 :
1985 which is supplied with a taper male
thread. This ensures a completely
watertight seal when screwed fully home
into the outlet body.
The rainwater outlets 2HP-2W/3HP-2W/

4HP-2W* are to be ACO Fulbora
HP Two-Way screw outlets with locked flat
SG17 5TE.
21
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Gully Spigot Outlet, Dome Grate - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
3HP-GO
75
Dome
5.0
240
3.89
4HP-GO
100
Dome
10.4
500
4.02
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
3HP-GO
4HP-GO
A
B
C
D
E
Overall Length
228
188
251
130
83
334
228
188
251
130
110
334
Gully outlets may be directly connected
to the following:
or EN 877.
The rainwater outlets 3HP-GO/4HP-GO*

are to be ACO Fulbora HP Gully outlets
with locked dome grating supplied by
ACO Fulbora (a division of ACO
Technologies plc), of Hitchin Road,
Shefford, Bedfordshire, UK, SG17 5TE.

BS 4514 : 1985.

No.
No.
*.
22
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Refurbishment Outlet - Product Selector

Sales Code
Nominal Bore
Pipe Size (mm)
Grating
Type
Flow Rate
(l/s)
Area Drained
(m2)
Weight
(kg)
3HP-RFO
75
Dome
5.0
240
5.00
4HP-RFO
100
Dome
5.00
240
5.10
HP Range
Physical Dimensions
Dimension
3HP-RFO
4HP-RFO
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
456
304
346
266
63.5
95
205
456
304
346
266
88.9
120
205
The rainwater outlets 3HP-RFO/4HP-RFO*
are to be ACO Fulbora HP Refurbishment
outlets with locked dome grating supplied
by ACO Fulbora (a division of ACO
Technologies plc), of Hitchin Road,
Shefford, Bedfordshire, UK, SG17 5TE.
Refurbishment outlets are designed to
fit the following range of existing
pipework systems:
3HP-RFO : 71.5 to 78.5 mm internal

pipe diameter.
4HP-RFO : 97.0 to 104.0 mm internal

pipe diameter.

No.
No.
*.
23
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Range Accessories
HP Range
A wide range of accessories is available

for the ACO Fulbora HP range of
rainwater outlets allowing easy installation
in common and not so common
applications of roof construction,
including warm and inverted roofs,
terraces and concealed outlets under
raised paving slabs.
Raising Rings
PVC Adaptors
Deck Supports
Raising rings are used where it is

necessary to raise the level of the dome
grating above the outlet body, for
example an inverted roof construction.
With the exception of the Balcony Outlets
(HP-BO) and Gully Outlets (HP-GO), raising
rings will only accept dome gratings or
Terrace Grates as the raising rings will
not accept the standard flat grates.
PVC adaptors are available for threaded

outlets - HP Vertical Screw (HP-TD); and
HP Two-Way (HP-2W) systems. PVC
adaptors provide a quick and convenient
connection to standard PVC pipework.
Deck supports are used where ACO

Fulbora HP rainwater outlets are installed
in metal deck roof constructions, providing
a stable and secure interface between the
outlet and roof. Deck Supports are
manufactured from 1.5 mm steel sheet
and finished primed in a red oxide paint
finish. Suitable for all types of metal deck
roofing.
Raising rings are easily cut with a

hacksaw on site if required to match
installation requirements, i.e. to suit
paving slabs. Stainless steel extension
fixings are supplied with each raising ring.
Raising rings are also available for
Balcony Outlets and Gully Outlets. All
raising rings are manufactured from LM6
aluminium alloy to BS 1490 and are
optionally available in gun metal to
BS 1400. Suffix sales code with GM for
this option.
24
The adaptors are suitable for connection

to all types of pipe systems including cast
iron socketed or socketless systems and
are assembled using PTFE tape to ensure
a watertight connection. Manufactured
from tough PVC-u, the adaptors are
supplied with a male thread and
chamfered spigot for easy connection to
PVC pipes. PVC adaptors are suitable for
direct connection to:
Cast Iron pipework to BS 416:1973

or EN 877.

BS 4514:1983.
Terrace Grates
Terrace grates are designed for installations with terraced paving slabs or block
paviors. Terrace grates can only be used
with circular raising rings as described
above. A slotted fixing detail allows 90
rotational movement to accommodate
slab/pavior patterns.
ACO f u l b o r a
HP Range Accessories - Product Selector

Raising Rings for Circular Outlets
Vertical Spigot, Vertical Screw,
45 Spigot, 90 Spigot and
Refurbishment Outlets
(dome grate only)
Outlet Model
Sales Code
Weight
(kg)
2HP-D; 2HP-TD; 3HP-D; 3HP-TD; 245HP-D; 345HP-D;

290HP-D; 390HP-D; 3HP-RFO
2/3RR
161
128
150
0.72
4HP-D; 4HP-TD; 6HP-D; 6HP-TD; 445HP-D; 490HP-D; 4HP-RFO
4/6RR
233
128
222
1.14
Raising Rings for Balcony Outlets
BO-RR
220 115
Weight
(kg)
1.25
HP Range
Sales Code
Raising Rings for Gully Outlets
Sales Code
GO-RR
240 115
Weight
(kg)
1.85
PVC Adaptors
Sales Code
Male Thread
A (BSP)
Outside
B (mm)
Length
L (mm)
Length
l (mm)
Weight
(kg)
2STC
3STC
4STC
6STC
2
3
4
6
57.0
82.0
110.5
160.0
305
305
305
305
148
148
148
148
0.33
0.55
1.12
2.25
Material : PVC-u.
25
ACO f u l b o r a
Deck Supports for Circular Outlets

Sales Code: 2/3DS
Sales Code: 4/6DS
Outlet Model
Sales Code
Weight
(kg)
2HP-D; 2HP-TD;
3HP-D; 3HP-TD;
245HP-D; 345HP-D;
290HP-D; 390HP-D;
3HP-RFO
2/3DS
1.97
4HP-D; 4HP-TD;
6HP-D; 6HP-TD;
445HP-D; 490HP-D;
4HP-RFO
4/6DS
2.91
HP Range
Terrace Grates for Circular Outlet Raising Rings

Sales Code: 2/3 TG
Sales Code: 4/6TG
26
Outlet Model
Sales Code
Weight
(kg)
Appropriate Raising
Ring Sales Code (Ref.)
2HP-D; 2HP-TD;
3HP-D; 3HP-TD;
245HP-D; 345HP-D;
290HP-D; 390HP-D;
3HP-RFO
2/3TG
0.70
2/3RR
4HP-D; 4HP-TD;
6HP-D; 6HP-TD;
445HP-D; 490HP-D;
4HP-RFO
4/6TG
1.52
4/6RR
ACO f u l b o r a
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck

Drainage System
For rainwater applications requiring
efficient drainage of permeable surfaces
including block paviors, paving slabs,
shingle and washed ballast, the
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck system provides
the ideal solution for terraces, decks,
patios, balconies and roof gardens.
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck is a simple,
effective and efficient drainage solution
for awkward above ground applications.
FreeDeck
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck can be utilised as

a doorway rainwater interception unit to
give wheel chair access to both private
and public buildings - ideal for Part M
accessibility regulations.
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck

Drainage System
Description
Product Selector
28
30
Appendices
Material Selection
36
ACO f u l b o r a
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Drainage System

Description
The ACO Fulbora FreeDeck linear deck
drainage system is ideal for efficient,
practical solutions to above ground
drainage applications involving block
pavior, paving slab, shingle and washed
ballast surface finishes for flat roof
terraces, decks, balconies, patios and
roof gardens.
For the effective catchment of rainwater

run-off and the management of
percolation within building substrates.
Rainwater penetrating the deck via paving
slabs, block paviors or granular finishes
are intercepted by the ACO Fulbora
FreeDeck channel system which
effectively conducts surface water to
accessible outlet positions.
Channels available in 500,

1000 and 2000 mm lengths.
FreeDeck
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck channels are

simply located directly on top of the water
proofing layer and are laid to level invert.
In addition to surface run-off, percolating
water is able to enter the slotted
sidewalls of the channel system and track
through concealed ducts to rainwater
outlet positions. Rainwater outlets are top
accessible by means of finish level
meshed gratings formed around the
outlet positions.
Either slotted or mesh gratings are
available depending upon positioning of
the channels and the nature of the foot
traffic in the areas to be drained. For
example in front of doorways, at the top
of stairways or as perimeter drainage
against parapet walls.
The system is manufactured from hotdipped galvanised steel to BS 729 and
provided with slotted or mesh gratings to
suit pedestrian FACTA Load Class A
applications.
Slotted or mesh gratings

available.
Tunnel channels available for interconnecting

components.
28
Gullies allow easy access to rainwater outlets.
ACO f u l b o r a
Product Benefits and Features

Ideal for terraces, balconies, patios and
roof gardens.
Quick and simple to install.
75 mm level invert system.
Compatible with shingle, paving slab

and garden finishes.
Durable galvanised steel
construction.
Slotted or mesh grating options

available.
Grating locks supplied as standard.
75-105 mm infinitely variable invert

channels available to special order.
Heelguard grating available for use in

doorway drainage.
Channel assembly is easy using the plate

and socket connectors fitted on both
ends of the channel.
Channel sections are positively locked

together to prevent lateral and
longitudinal movement.
Gratings are secured in position with a
90 turn to lock system.
FreeDeck
29
ACO f u l b o r a
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck - Product Selector

All components to FACTA Load Class A
Material: Galvanised steel to BS 729.
Sales Code
36980
36981
36982
Length
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Height
(mm)
Weight
(kg)
2000
1000
500
130
130
130
75
75
75
4.8
2.4
1.3
Length
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Height
(mm)
Weight
(kg)
130
52
0.04
Length
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Height
(mm)
Weight
(kg)
1000
500
123
123
20
20
2.2
1.0
Length
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Height
(mm)
Weight
(kg)
1000
500
123
123
20
20
2.3
1.3
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Linear Drainage Channels

Note, slotted grate shown for reference, grating
not supplied with channel.
Sales Code
36983
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Channel End Plate
Sales Code
FreeDeck
00276
00277
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Slotted Grating

Slot width : 10 mm.
Sales Code
36953
36952
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Mesh Grating

Mesh size 30 x 14 mm.
30
ACO f u l b o r a
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck - Product Selector

All components to FACTA Load Class A
Material : Galvanised steel to BS 729
Sales Code
36960
Length
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Height
(mm)
Weight
(kg)
250
250
75-105
4.1
Length
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Height
(mm)
Weight
(kg)
2000
100
30
2.4
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Gully
Sales Code
00328
ACO Fulbora Fr
eeDeck T
unnel Channel
FreeDeck
Tunnel
ACO Fulbora FreeDeck Tunnel Channel

ideal for interconnecting drainage
channels to gullies. Suitable for use with
shingle, paving slab and garden finishes.
FreeDeck
The drainage channels are to be

ACO Fulbora FreeDeck with locked slotted
gratings supplied by ACO Fulbora
SG17 5TE.
hot dipped galvanised steel to BS EN
ISO 1461 : 1999.
No.
No.
*.
31
ACO f u l b o r a
FreeDeck
ACO f u l b o r a
Architectural Eaves
Treatments
ACO Fulbora provides a comprehensive,
free design service for Architectural
Eaves Treatments requiring bespoke
design work.
Guttering
ACO Fulbora have gained extensive

experience over many years in the design
and manufacture of eaves gutters,
fascias, copings and soffits.
Architectural Eaves
Treatments
Description
34
Appendices
Material Selection
Photograph of Calke Abbey Orangery and sketch of Calke Abbey
by kind permission of the National Trust.
36
ACO f u l b o r a
Architectural Eaves Treatments

With qualified experience in manufacturing
from cast and sheet metals, ACO Fulbora
are able to offer design solutions in
stainless steel, aluminium alloy,
galvanised mild steel and gun-metal, no
problem is too demanding.
Guttering
FreeDeck
Working with Architects and Engineers,

ACOs qualified in-house design staff,
using state of the art CAD design
equipment, can produce both exciting but
practical products for refurbishment and
new build applications.
For further details of the no obligation

design service, contact the ACO Fulbora
Helpline as follows:
Telephone:
Fax:
E-mail:
34
(+44) (0)1462 816666

(+44) (0)1462 851490
fulbora@aco.co.uk
Application Examples
Eaves gutters.
Parapet wall gutters.
Fascias.
Copings.
Soffits.
Industrial valley gutters.
Interrupt gutters.
ACO f u l b o r a
Appendices
1. Material Selection
Overview
Aluminium Alloys
Gun-metal
Galvanised Mild Steel
Galvanic Corrosion
The Electromotive Series
Material Selection Tips
36
36
36
36
36
37
37
2. Typical Roof Construction Detail

Warm Roof
Inverted Roof
Un-insulated Roof
Cold Roof
HP 90 Outlet
Gully Outlet
Refurbishment Outlet
FreeDeck Channel Drainage
Balcony Outlet with Downpipe
Two-Way Outlet
Terrace Grate
Metal Deck Support
38
39
39
39
40
40
40
41
41
42
42
42
3. Installation Guidelines
General Installation Notes
Threaded Outlets
Balcony Outlets
Mk3 Raising Rings
HP Circular Raising Rings
Balcony/Gully Outlet Raising
Rings
Deck Supports
43
43
43
43
43
43
43
44
4. Flexible Pipe Couplings

45
Appendices
ACO f u l b o r a
Appendix 1 Material Selection

Overview
This section includes a brief insight into
the materials that the rainwater drainage
products featured in this Product
Catalogue and Design Guide are
manufactured from.
Appendices
In certain applications, it is vital to

understand the long term operational
effects that will occur if products are not
specified accurately or installed correctly.
Aluminium Alloys
Gun-metal
Galvanic Corrosion
Aluminium alloys are very common and

can be found in a wide range of
applications ranging from cooking utensils
to spacecraft. The material is
commercially available in excess of 99%
purity and is used primarily for its high
resistance to corrosion, lightness and
strength.
Gun metal possesses good tensile

strength and corrosion resistant
properties and is used in many bearing
and marine applications. ACO Fulbora
rainwater outlets are available in gunmetal when bi-metallic corrosion
resistance arising from lead or copper
materials is a potential risk.
Galvanic corrosion occurs when two

dissimilar metals are in electrical contact
and connected by an electrolyte. An
electrolyte conducts electricity and can
be water solutions containing salts or
acids - and need not be concentrated for
the effect to take place.
Comparing similar products, aluminium

alloys weigh around one-third as much as
equivalent mild steel and stainless steel
products and compared to mild steel,
they have a much better corrosion
resistance to atmospheric conditions.
Gun-metal is an alloy of copper, tin and

zinc. Admiralty gun-metal typically has a
composition of 88% copper, 10% tin and
2% zinc.
Because aluminium alloys are strong,

lightweight, have good corrosion
resistance, are cost effective and have
excellent casting properties, this material
is an obvious first choice for rainwater
outlets and floor gullies. Additionally,
being non-magnetic, aluminium will not
attract ferrous particles that could
otherwise cause silt traps and long term
maintenance issues.
Mild steel is a convenient, ductile, easily

worked and cost effective material that
finds many uses in everyday applications
around us.
ACO Fulbora aluminium rainwater outlets,

shower drains and floor drains use LM6
grade aluminium alloy to BS 1490. LM6
exhibits excellent resistance to corrosion
in both atmospheric and marine
environments compared to other
aluminium alloys, and is resistant to
sulphate attack for curing concrete.
Galvanising is a process that is commonly

used to prevent corrosion and essentially
consists of a layer of zinc applied to the
surface of the steel. ACO Fulbora use a
hot dip process of dipping the
component into a vat of molten zinc.
When exposed to the atmosphere, a thin

invisible aluminium oxide film forms on the
surface of the material that protects the
material from further oxidation.
36
Galvanised Mild Steel
In its raw state, mild steel offers no

resistance to corrosion and quickly forms
a familiar rust (ferric oxide) on its surface
unless precautions are taken to prevent
oxidation taking place.
The effects of galvanic corrosion begin to

play an important part when an aluminium
rainwater outlet is used in conjunction
with metallic membranes, such as lead or
copper.
The Electromotive Series provides an
insight to the corrosion effects between
dissimilar materials.
ACO f u l b o r a
The Electromotive Series

The susceptibility of different metals to
corrosion whilst in contact with each
other depends upon the difference
between the contact potentials. The
greater the potential difference, the
greater the tendency for corrosion. The
metal with the higher negative potential
forms the anode and is corroded
preferentially.
Some examples from the Electromotive
Series are shown opposite for illustration.
Titanium
304 Stainless Steel (passivated)
Silver
Nickel
Copper
Gun-metal
Lead
Cast Iron
Aluminium
Zinc
Magnesium
More noble decreased corrosion
Less noble increased corrosion
Material Selection Tips

For applications when dissimilar
materials are in contact with each
other wherever possible, select
materials to be as close as possible
to each other in the Electromotive
Series. For example, if a roof is
copper clad, select a gun-metal outlet
as gun-metal is around 88% copper,
this closely matches the cladding
material.
Where dissimilar metals cannot be

readily avoided, care must be taken
to electrically insulate the adjacent
materials. For example where lead is
dressed into an aluminium alloy
outlet, carefully paint the aluminium
body and clamp components with
good quality bitumen paint or use an
insulating gasket material such as
neoprene sponge. Ideally, a gun-metal
outlet should be used in conjunction
with lead clad roofs.
The effects of galvanic corrosion can

be accelerated in saline
environments. Caution should be
observed with rainwater outlet
applications close to coastal regions.
Appendices
37
ACO f u l b o r a
Appendix 2 Typical Roof Construction Detail

Warm Roof
Appendices
A warm roof is where the main mass of

the roof structure lies below the main
thermal insulation. The waterproof
membrane is positioned above the
insulation.
38
ACO f u l b o r a
Inverted Roof
An inverted roof is a form of warm roof
where the main mass of the roof structure
lies below the main thermal insulation,
however, the waterproof membrane lies
beneath the thermal insulation.
Un-insulated Roof
A roof without thermal insulation. This
type of construction is only permitted in
non-habitable buildings, e.g. garages.
Cold Roof
Appendices
A cold roof is where the main mass of the

structure lies above the thermal
insulation.
39
ACO f u l b o r a
HP 90 Outlet
Gully Outlet
Appendices
40
ACO f u l b o r a
FreeDeck Drainage System
Appendices
Balcony Outlet with Downpipe
41
ACO f u l b o r a
Two-Way Outlet
Terrace Grate
Appendices
Metal Deck Support
42
ACO f u l b o r a
Appendix 3 Installation Guidelines

All outlets must be securely attached to
the roof structure using a suitable timber
frame or deck support. The waterproof
membrane must be fully dressed into the
outlet body and securely clamped under
the membrane clamp.
Practical Design/Installation Tips
Balcony Outlets
Do not design for the maximum outlet

hydraulic capacity, allow a 10% factor
of safety margin for intense storms
and leaf/debris blockage.
The flat grating is configured with an

array of eccentric grating slots that can
be readily cut on site with a hacksaw to
accommodate a downpipe.
Always allow for a back-up outlet,

even though only one outlet may be
required.
Mk 3 Raising Rings
Rainwater outlets should be inspected

and cleaned at least every 6 months
to ensure reliable and continuous
operation.
Threaded Outlets
For all ACO Fulbora threaded outlets (HP
Vertical Screw and Two-Way outlets) are
provided with female parallel threads
conforming to BS 21:1985 for direct
connection of threaded tube conforming
to BS 1387:1985. This tube is supplied
with a taper male thread conforming to
BS 21:1985, which ensures a watertight
joint when fully screwed into the unit.
Threaded outlets are particularly
recommended where a connection to the
outlet is made within the thickness of the
concrete slab. In these applications, the
threaded connection creates a completely
watertight seal.
Where a PVC-u screw thread connector
(STC) is used in conjunction with threaded
outlets, the screw thread connector
should be assembled with PTFE tape to
ensure a watertight seal.
Where applicable, raising rings for the Mk

3 range of rainwater outlets are simply
assembled to the clamp ring by the same
twist action that fixes the dome grate to
the clamp. No fixings or loose
components are required.
For increased height requirements, Mk 3
raising rings can be cascaded together.
The dome grating attaches to the raising
ring by the same action.
Raising rings for balcony outlets and gully

outlets are available and perform a similar
function as the HP Circular raising rings
as previously described. Separate
stainless steel fixings are supplied with
each unit.
Deck Supports
ACO deck supports are recommended for
metal decked roof construction and are
suitable for installation on all types of
metal decked roofs. Deck supports have
pre-drilled holes for ease of fixing.
Mk 3 raising rings cannot be cut to suit a

specific height requirement. Raising rings
from the Mk3 and HP range of products
are not interchangeable.
HP Circular Raising Rings

HP raising rings can be used for domed
grating outlets and terrace gratings only.
HP raising rings cannot be used with flat
gratings.
HP raising rings are secured with
stainless steel fixings that are supplied
with each raising ring product.
Where required, the HP raising rings may
be easily cut on site to a specific height
using a hacksaw (for example, when using
a terrace grate in conjunction with paving
slabs).
Appendices
Balcony/Gully Outlet Raising

Rings
43
ACO f u l b o r a
Step 1
Step 5
Refurbishment outlets are designed to

conveniently fit within the existing
rainwater outlet of the roof that is being
refurbished, which means there is no
need to remove the existing rainwater
outlet.
Strip back all roof coverings to the deck

level. Clean out old outlet with wire brush
and flush with clean water.
Flush with clean water to lubricate and

insert tail pipe into existing pipework.
Seat flange on timber frame.
Refurbishment outlets incorporate a high

performance domed grating and
optimised tail pipe to maximise flow
through the unit. The labyrinth finned seal
ensures a watertight connection to the
existing pipework. Two sealable access
points within the body enable PU foam to
be injected to fill the void between the old
and new outlet.
Step 2
Form timber frame around old outlet and
lay insulation board/vapour barrier
(35 mm minimum).
Step 6
Screw flange to timber frame.
Step 3
Step 7
Check clearance and trim tail pipe to

length with hacksaw if necessary.
Inject PU foam through one port for 5

seconds. Remove any surplus.
Step 8
Appendices
Step 4
Push on flexible labyrinth seal.
44
Blank off ports with captive screws.

Complete installation and
weatherproofing.
ACO f u l b o r a
Appendix 4 Flexible Pipe Couplings

ACO Fulbora can supply a wide range of flexible pipe couplings to suit all applications.
Sales Code
Diameter A (mm)
Range
Diameter B (mm)
Range
43814
43813
43801
43803
43805
43807
43811
53 - 61
53 - 61
75 - 88
75 - 88
98 - 115
96 - 114
145 - 168
53 - 61
75 - 88
75 - 88
96 - 114
98 - 115
145 - 168
145 - 168
Appendices
All flexible couplings are supplied complete with two worm drive pipe clips.
45
ACO f u l b o r a
Other Products
In addition to the range of rainwater
outlets the following products are also
available from ACO Fulbora:
Stainless Steel and Aluminium

Drainage Systems
Grease Traps & Interceptors
Wall Protection
ACO Fulbora biological grease traps and

non-biological grease interceptors are
available to help prevent grease, oils and
fats blocking drainage pipes.
ting
A range of resin concrete skir
skirting
ting,
including straight, corner and end
sections. Provides a protective buffer and
can be used to seal wall and floor joints.
Also available is a range of stainless steel
corner guards available in a variety of
profiles with integral fixing anchors.
ACO Fulbora are specialists in stainless

steel linear and point drainage
products, providing off-the-shelf and
custom made systems.
Creativity with Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel Access Covers
Also stainless steel gullies and floor

drains manufactured from austenitic
stainless steel, aluminium and nickel
bronze.
46
The New ACO Fulbora EuroCover

double sealed recessed access cover is
the ideal solution for applications
demanding reliable, durable and hygienic
operation. Combining highly corrosion
resistant austenitic stainless steel and
polyester resin concrete to produce a
reliable air/water tight installation - every
time.
Architectural design solutions from

stainless steel VeeLine can be formed
into curves, radiuses and flat sheets as
required for any type of application.
Combining aesthetics and practicality for
screens, furniture, air grilles, gratings and
decorative features - the possibilities are
endless.
ACO f u l b o r a
For further information on these ACO Fulbora products, please photocopy this
page, tick the relevant boxes below and then fax it to us on 01462 851490.
Please send me details of ACO Fulbora
Drainage Systems for hygienic and
corrosion resistant applications

Access Covers
Please send me details on ACO Fulbora

Wall Protection Systems

Grease Traps & Interceptors
Please include me on your database for

future product updates and news
Please send me details of Creativity with

Stainless Steel/Architectural Solutions
I would like an engineer to contact me
Please send me details of RIBA CPD seminar Drainage Systems for hygienic and corrosion
resistant applications - Specify it Right
Contact Name: _________________________________________ Position: __________________________________________________

Company/Practice Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________ Postcode: _________________________________________________
Tel. No.: _______________________________________________ Fax. No.: __________________________________________________
E-mail.: ________________________________________________
47
ACO f u l b o r a
ACO United Kingdom
ACO Worldwide
ACO f u l b o r a
Hitchin Road
Shefford,
Bedfordshire
SG17 5TE
Tel: 01462 816666
Fax: 01462 851490
E-mail: fulbora@aco.co.uk
Web site: www.aco.co.uk/fulbora
Australia
Austria
Belgium
China
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
ACO f u l b o r a
ACO Fulbora is a member of ACO
Technologies plc, which includes:
ACO drain
Resin concrete channel drainage
systems.
ACO sport
Products for sport stadia and pitches,
play grounds and landscaping.
France
Germany
Hungary
Italy
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
ACO technic
Romania
Specialised building products

made from resin concrete.
Russia
ACO international
Slovenia
Exports the above products

all over the world.
Spain
Slovakia
Sweden
ACO wildlife
Switzerland
Products designed to assist

wildlife conservation.
USA
International enquiries
Fax: +(0)1462 850957
E-mail: international@aco.co.uk
May 2004 ACO Technologies plc. All reasonable care has been taken in compiling the information in this document. All recommendations and suggestions on the use of ACO
products are made without guarantee since the conditions of use are beyond the control of the Company. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that each product is fit for its
intended purpose and that the actual conditions of use are suitable.
This brochure and any advice is provided by ACO Technologies plc (the company) free of charge and accordingly on terms that no liability (including liability for negligence) will
attach to the Company or its servants or agents arising out of or in connection with or in relation to this brochure or any such advice. Any goods supplied by the Company will be
supplied solely upon its standard conditions of sale, copies of which are available on request.
The Company's policy of continuous product development and improvement renders specifications liable to modification. Information provided in this brochure is therefore
subject to change without prior notification.
48

Rain Water Outeltsnwateroutlet ML

Загружено:

Сведения о документе

Оригинальное название

Авторское право

Доступные форматы

Поделиться этим документом

Поделиться или встроить документ

Параметры публикации

Этот документ был вам полезен?

Это неприемлемый материал?

Авторское право:

Доступные форматы

Rain Water Outeltsnwateroutlet ML

Загружено:

Авторское право:

Доступные форматы

CI/Sfb

ACO Fulbora watertight rainwater outlets for flat rroofs

Product Catalogue and Specifiers Design Guide - 2 nd Edition

Our modern, state of the art manufacturing plant

We aim to provide our customers with optimum solutions

The Need for Rainwater Outlets

Over the past few years, there have been

Any flat area needs careful design to

Flat roofs allow greater planning and

To overcome this potential problem,

Extensive or irregular shaped buildings

Flat roofs allow easy access to natural

Flow Rate Calculation

Effective Catchment Area of Roofs 5

Internal condensation is less of a risk

HP (High Performance) Range

FreeDeck Drainage System

Architectural Eaves Treatments

provides rainwater drainage solutions for a

Typical Roof Construction Detail 38

Flexible Pipe Couplings

Hydraulic Design Considerations

Flow Rate Calculation

The following notes are intended as a

Rainfall intensity has a direct impact on

The flow rate Q, from roofs, paved areas

The drainage system for roofs and paved

A = Effective catchment area (m)

For any rainwater drainage system to

Effective catchment area of roof

Risk category of building

Hydraulic capacity of the drainage

The UK experiences complex and varied

I = Rainfall intensity (75 mm/hr)

Flat Roofs & Paved Areas

The effective catchment area of a freely

For a monopitch flat roof or paved area

Effective Catchment Area of Roofs

Catchment Area B = a x b (m)

All linear dimensions in metres.

All linear dimensions in metres.

For a flat roof with a dual pitch, split the

Catchment Area C = c x d (m)

All linear dimensions in metres.

Effective Catchment Area of Roofs

Flat Roofs & Paved Areas with Adjacent Vertical Surfaces

Flat roofs or paved areas that are

Similarly, for a flat roof exposed to two or

For a flat roof exposed to a single wall as

Roof Catchment Area B = a x b (m)

All linear dimensions in metres; angles in degrees.

From Figure 2, Catchment Area B = a x b (m)

Vertical Wall Catchment Area E = a x H/2 (m)

All linear dimensions in metres.

Practical Design Tips

Always allow for a back-up outlet,

Rainwater outlets should be inspected

Do not design for the maximum outlet

The ACO Fulbora Mk 3 range provides a

A wide range of vertical spigot outlets are

Mk 3 rainwater outlet range.

The dome grating attaches to the body

The roof membrane is positively secured