

Q-Brake Vortex
Controlling the release of stormwater

ACO Q-Brake Vortex is a horizontal vortex flow control designed to prevent downstream flooding by controlling the release of stormwater before it discharges into the watercourse or sewer. Available as a model in both microdrainage & causeway flow hydraulic design software it has many water authority approvals.
- Custom built to suit the site requirements
- Available from 2-100 l/s and up to 3m design head
- Manufactured from grade 304 stainless steel
- All parts welded to BS 4872
- Available with curved or flat back
- Attenuation volume required reduced
- Larger clear opening, than traditional orifice plates, reduces risk of blockage
Parameters to quote
Each ACO Q-Brake Vortex and ACO Q-Chamber is individually configured to suit the specific performance criteria and the profile of the chamber.
- ACO Q-Brake: design head (m) & flow rate (l/s)
- ACO Q-Chamber: depth to invert / diameter of the chamber / number of pipe connections / diameters of pipe connections
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Find out more about the ACO Q-Brake Vortex flow Control and the new plastic chamber, ACO Q-Chamber, that can house it
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ACO Q-Chamber is a new durable bespoke prefabricated chamber designed to house ACO Q-Brake, as well as ACO Q-Plate. It combines easy-handling and simple installation with a fully-welded plastic, durable construction.
Key Benefits include:
- Easy transportation and installation
- Minimise working time in a confined space
- All plastic interfaces fully welded, watertight and spark tested
Features
- Addresses planning and connection requirement of Floods and Water Management Act
- Tailored performance provides optimum hydraulic efficiency
- Reduces the need for on-site storage lowering installation costs
- Available with a curved back for ease of installation
- Simplifies access and maintenance
- Removes the need for direct man access to sewer manholes
- Proven performance and reliability
- Approved by Severn Trent, Anglian and Scottish Water, and others
- Simple to install
Benefits
- Regulates stormwater flows from 2-100 l/s litres per second
- Individually configured
- Self-activating system
- Larger clear opening, reduces risk of blockages
- Remote access for emergency drain down
- Remote access bypass door
- Inlet/outlet determined by laboratory verified curves
- Flexible fitting options to suit profile of manhole chamber
Recommended Applications
- Public Highways
- Public landscaping
- Car parking
- HGV parking
- Petrol station forecourts
- Light industrial
- Heavy industrial
- Distribution yards
- Airports (airside)
- Port and dock sides
- Security areas
- SuDs
Not Recommended Applications
- Threshold drainage
- Domestic landscaping
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