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Know About Stormwater Attenuation Tanks and Their Working Process

If you are looking for a bespoke and a cost-effective solution that could help you to control the water flow to a drainage system, then you must consider buying stormwater attenuation tanks that are used in larger commercial applications. These tanks comprise a huge storage system for rainwater & surface water. The stored water is released through a flow-control chamber which is either pumped via a pumping chamber or run-off through a gravity storm water pipe system. The Uses of Stormwater Attenuation Tanks   The tanks are required to trap and store stormwater by using different systems, such as crates or an elevator. Such systems are perfect enough for larger commercial applications because they are fast and easy to install as compared to other stormwater attenuation systems. The Working Process of Stormwater Attenuation Tanks Stormwater Attenuation tanks are designed in such a way that the excess rainwater could be collected with ease. These tanks have a flow-control cha

Natural Solutions to Stormwater Management

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Heavy rainfall can be problematic in urban areas due to the lack of a natural rainwater management system . In a natural setting, soil soaks most of the rainwater and the green habitats support this. But with an increased amount of impervious surfaces, large quantities of rainwater might cause flooding. To eliminate this problem, residential communities and municipalities are focusing on reducing stormwater runoff by installing stormwater attenuation system. It eliminates the chances of waterlogging by collecting the runoff into the stormwater attenuation tank and then diverting the water into the nearest water body via the main drainage system. Diverting the runoff water into rivers might cause water pollution because this water might carry numerous pollutants from the surface. So, it is important to filter the water before diverting it into the river. Well, this requires increasing the size of underground pipes, holding tanks, and the capacity of the sewage treatment plants- a

Know the difference between stormwater detention tanks and water retention tanks

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Stormwater planning and installation of stormwater detention tanks are an important part of building a residential property. Tanks are used to collect rainwater from a certain area. And, once the water is stored, it is then diverted to the main sewage system at a controlled rate or it can be used for domestic purposes. There are two types of tanks used in rainwater management i.e., water retention tank and stormwater detention tank. Let’s find the differences between both of them. Water Retention Tanks Water retention tanks are used to collect water from rooftops and other hard surfaces in your house. These tanks store rainwater, which can be later used for several domestic purposes. They not only prevent flooding but also helps in rainwater harvesting. The water stored by retention tanks can be used for numerous purposes, such as irrigating your garden, washing the cars, filling up the swimming pool, and more. Stormwater Detention Tanks Stormwater detention tank