HydroChain Prime Separator by Shawcor

HYDRODYNAMIC TECHNOLOGY FOR ADVANCED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

The physical technology of the HydroChain Prime Separator removes sediment, solids and heavy metals from stormwater runoff. Most contamination in stormwater is carried by fine particles. Unlike treatment systems that reduce only sand fractions, the separator reduces both silt and sand fractions.

The HDPE unit’s inner cylinder separates the water to be treated from floatable materials such as plastic bottles, cans, oil and pollen. The separator is designed to prevent resuspension of sediment.

BENEFITS OF HYDROCHAIN PRIME SEPARATOR BY SHAWCOR

  • Maximum treatment levels up to 7.0 cubic feet / 200 liters per second

  • Sediment storage capacities up to 6.5 cubic yards / 5.0 cubic meters

  • Oil/debris storage capacities up to 830 gallons / 3,140 liters

BACKED BY DECADES OF SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATIONS

  • 20+ years of stormwater treatment technology

  • Site-specific product design by in-house engineers

  • Stringent quality-control of manufacturing

  • Comprehensive installation instructions

HOW THE HYDRODYNAMIC PRIME SEPARATOR WORKS

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  1. Stormwater flows through the inlet pipe into the center of the separator and a deflector plate creates a radial flow pattern.

  2. Solids sink to the bottom of the manhole or tank and floatable matter remains on the surface of the water.

  3. Solids collect in the manhole or tank bottom, which is separated hydraulically from the treatment funnel by flow breakers (panels) and a grate. Suspended and settled solids are periodically cleaned out.

  4. Cleaned water flows evenly upward, along the outer walls of the prime separator.

  5. Cleaned water flows over a serrated weir into a channel.

  6. The cleaned water flows out of the separator through the outlet pipe.

NOTE: This shows the Prime Separator in a concrete manhole. It is also available in a fiberglass manhole.

FLEXIBLE DESIGN FOR STORMWATER SYSTEMS OF ANY SCOPE

The HydroChain Prime Separator can be used as a single unit or in a series as part of any stormwater management system. It can be installed in a fiberglass or concrete manhole, tank or vault. The Prime Separator can also be used as a component of the HydroChain Complete, which also includes HydroChain Filter Cartridges and a HydroChain FRP Tank.

FOR NEW AND RETROFIT STORMWATER SYSTEMS

  • Industrial and commercial sites

  • State, provincial, and municipal transportation facilities

  • Housing developments

  • Government facilities

  • Highway lane expansion

  • Parking ramps and lots

  • Schools and athletic facilities

  • Health care facilities

  • Airports

  • Retail fuel and truck stops

  • Grocery stores and convenience stores

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