save water, save money, save the environment Stormsaver commercial rainwater harvesting systems

Stormsaver

commercial

rainwater

harvesting

systems

save

water,

save

money,

save

the

environment

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Stormsaver is the UK market leader for

commercial rainwater harvesting.

Our core values are quality, honesty and building

relationships with our suppliers and customers.

Our approach is to focus firmly on your

sustainability requirements and to develop an

effective solution that will satisfy your needs.

UK owned, we work with a wide range of

clients, such as HM Prison Service, the Ministry

of Defence, major supermarket chains, Local

Authorities, schools, colleges, universities and

private companies.

Our rainwater recovery systems are developed

in accordance with BS8515: 2009 for rainwater

harvesting and the Water Regulations Advisory

Service (WRAS) guidelines.

Welcome to

Stormsaver

Our unique processor unit, with its automatic filter cleaning system, connects to a header tank for back up and failsafe protection.

Non-pressurised: Automated filtration

As the market leader in rainwater harvesting

solutions we offer a broad range of systems.

This system is designed for clients working to a tight budget and sees the underground tank linked to the header tank through two stages of filtration.

Non-pressurised: Standard filtration

This system is designed for clients working to a tight budget where a header tank cannot be accommodated and rainwater is supplied directly to points of use, making it ideal for smaller projects.

Pressurised: Standard filtration

Our unique processor unit, with its automatic filter cleaning system, connects directly to the point of use without the need for a header tank, making it ideal for smaller projects.

Pressurised: Automated filtration

Additional products

Whatever you need, Stormsaver can help. From site surveys, quotations, design advice, site-specific drawings and manuals and pre-commissioning visits. All this is backed-up by guidance from our specialist support team.

Services

All commercial systems come with a 2 year warranty.

Warranty

Available for all sites with six month, annual, multiple site or bespoke contract options for single or multiple year options.

Maintenance and service contracts

All Stormsaver systems are developed to suit site conditions. Options are available to enhance the standard systems, including above or below ground tanks, UV disinfection, additional tank management equipment, duty and standby pumps, booster sets, additional fine levels of filtration, BMS connections and bespoke header tanks.

Stormsaver’s unique, comprehensive package for schools, includes a monitoring unit and an Activity Pack for teachers, featuring an information booklet, activity plans, badges and educational support material relating to the National Curriculum.

Education package and monitoring

As above but without automated filtration, making the system more suited to clients working to a tight budget.

Standard Combi

The majority of Stormsaver’s systems feature an

underground storage tank but should a building require it, we can supply a system with an above ground tank.

Above or below

Combi system: Automated filtration

A unique control system combining back up storage, automated cleaning filters and energy efficient variable speed booster pumps can provide a pressurised water supply for commercial applications.

Monitoring units

We offer a selection of high quality monitoring units suitable for commercial, retail or industrial sites to demonstrate your organisation’s achievements in water conservation. These units are suitable for any building entrance including schools, where they can be used in conjunction with our Education Pack.

Accreditations and awards

Members of the UK Rainwater Harvesting Association and winner of many awards for innovation, Stormsaver is incredibly focused on the ongoing development of product excellence and the highest levels of customer service. By being exceptional at what we do, we make sure you can deliver on your promises.

Our systems are approved by the Water Technology List for the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme through HM Revenue & Customs.

About rainwater harvesting

Water is a valuable resource and rainwater harvesting plays an important role in sustainable development. Because of this, Stormsaver’s rainwater harvesting systems are increasingly included in the standard specification of new buildings. Rainwater harvesting is a beautifully simple concept: collect the rainwater that falls on your roof, store it on site, filter and re-use it in place of mains water.

The result is equally as simple: you REDUCE your mains water consumption, REDUCE your mains water bill and REDUCE your environmental impact.

Rainwater is free, sustainable, soft and free of limescale and the use of rainwater harvesting helps mitigate local flooding. On the other hand mains water is increasingly expensive, in short supply, unlikely to meet future demand at peak times, subject to restrictions on usage – particularly during the summer months and a contributor to carbon emissions. There are many applications in which harvested rainwater can be used. For example, WC and urinal flushing, irrigation and landscape watering, vehicle washing, laundry, cooling or with fire sprinkler systems.

Stormsaver rainwater harvesting systems are found in a diverse range of buildings, from offices, shops, museums and visitor centres through to universities, schools and colleges, even industrial facilities, like warehouses and factories. Hospitals, care homes, prisons and apartment blocks can benefit from having a rainwater harvesting system installed. For domestic properties, Stormsaver has developed Monsoon®

- a system specifically designed for residential installations.

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The Stormsaver rainwater

harvesting system

How we size your system

All Stormsaver rainwater harvesting systems are developed to meet your site-specific requirements. We take into account a number of factors, including:

• The roof area of your building

• Local rainfall (based on 40 years of MET Office figures)

• Water demand and occupancy levels

• Any existing specification or site-specific requirements

• Filter co-efficient

• BREEAM requirements

• Your budget

The individual requirements of the system will be based on supply and demand rates being calculated as part of the building design.

The result is equally

as simple:

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REDUCE

your mains water

consumption

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REDUCE

your mains water bill

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REDUCE

your environmental impact

Stormsaver’s systems can be found in buildings across the UK. From Lands End to John O’Groates, we can help you lower your water bills, save money and minimise your impact on the environment.

Our systems are found in everything from commercial

offices, shopping centres and supermarkets through to visitor centres and horticultural sites. Capturing rainfall and using it to flush toilets or supply sprinkler systems and laundry rooms allows our clients to put the environment at the centre of their planning applications and mitigate many of the problems associated with conventional drainage solutions.

National coverage

the Future (BSF) – which encourages the use of rainwater harvesting. Our ever-popular Education Pack, not only reduces spending on utilities, but also enhances learning opportunities through the National Curriculum. We also deal directly with PFI projects for schools.

It’s obvious but if you’re operating in an industrial setting and use a lot of water, rainwater harvesting can have a major impact. Vehicle washing, transport depots, warehouses, manufacturing sites and agricultural operations have all benefited from installing a Stormsaver system.

Rainwater isn’t just for industrial settings, our systems are perfect for healthcare installations, such as hospitals, health centres and care homes.

Combi system

This is a unique control system combining the benefits of both a gravity-fed header tank system and the pressurised supply of a boosted water system.

As with our other systems, rainwater follows the same journey until it reaches the control unit. Instead of the normal control unit a Combi unit is fitted, where water is stored awaiting distribution by the energy efficient variable speed booster; providing water at pressure to a range of applications without the need for large header tanks. The system also features mainswater back-up and WRAS compliant air-break to provide a continuous water supply All of the Stormsaver rainwater recovery systems will make the most economic use of the local rainfall with predicted water consumption. It is recommended that you speak to our expert staff to help you choose the correct type of system for your application and that you choose low water consuming products to complement the system, furthering a reduction in overall consumption.

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Stormsaver offers a choice of systems:

What equipment is included?

Storage tank

• Underground single chamber tank. 1,000 – 150,000 litres, incorporating an integrated Vortex Filter

• Above ground sectional tank. 1,000 – 200,000 litres

• Above ground single piece tank either vertical or horizontal. 1,000 – 150,000 litres

To create larger capacities tanks can be linked together with the fittings supplied.

All tanks come with an integrated Vortex Filter, a 180 micron floating suction filter, inlet calmer, pre-molded inlets and outlets located and orientated to suit local site drainage, a back pressure valve, rodent guard and lockable cover.

Pumps

• Stainless steel submersible pumps for 0.8 – 18 litres a second at a maximum of variable head, with stainless steel lifting rope, run dry protection and silent, anti-drumming design

• Duty and stand-by or duty assist systems available

• Other pumps are available for specialist site specifications

Processor unit

• Self-contained unit incorporating automated filtration and system control

• Automated self-cleaning filter unit to 50 microns

• Pre-wired electrics for ease of installation

• Pre-plumbed pipe work for easy connection

• Option to connect to a variety of Building Management Systems to provide information about the system, such as how much rainwater or mains water has been used and details of pump operation and filter cleaning.

• Instructions inside the panel for ease of installation and operation

• Option to connect to multiple tanks and multiple header tanks

Header tank

Stormsaver supplies a range of header tanks suitable for the non-pressurised system.

• The tank has been designed to be compliant with the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 to protect the integrity of the mains water supply

• WRAS compliant non-corrosive tanks

• Pre-installed insulation 25mm as standard – 50mm/ 75mm on request

• Single piece tank. Standard or bespoke dimensions in 100 – 10,000 litres as single piece or 1,000 – 200,000 litres installed as sectional design

• Tanks are fitted with level sensors, inlet valves and supplied with a mains water failsafe control valve to provide continuity of supply if power fails

• Tanks can be fitted with multiple sections for drain down /maintenance

• Multiple header tanks can be incorporated into the building design to suit the non-pressurised system

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Full data sheets and technical drawings are

available on request.

Recovered rainwater is classified as a category five risk as defined in the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999. The Stormsaver system complies with WRAS guidelines relating to system design and protects the integrity of the mains water supply.

Pressurised system

This system may be required in buildings with low water consumption, where roof space for a header tank is limited or where a pressurised supply is required for applications. Rainwater collection and flow within the pressurised system follows the same process as the non pressurised system - the main difference being that water enters the control system and flows via a pressurisation unit as a direct supply to points of use. In periods of low rainfall a WRAS compliant mainswater backup activates, providing a continuous water supply. This tops-up a percentage of the underground storage tank.

This type of system is only recommended within certain applications and it is best to discuss your individual requirements with our sales team.

Non-pressurised system

Rainwater is channelled from the roof into the storage tank, passing an integrated filter to remove large debris, leaves etc. Water enters the tank via an inlet calmer preventing disturbance to fine sediment on the base of the tank. Excess rainwater flows out of an overflow which has a one-way valve and rodent protection; also skimming surface particles. Inside the tank are sensors and a submersible pump which on demand take water from the cleanest part of the tank through a floating suction filter suppling filtered rainwater to the break tank. This tank gravity supplies water to point of use, it is possible to have the break tank at any level in the building when combined with a booster unit sized for the specific building requirements. During periods of low rainfall a WRAS compliant mainswater top-up provides a continuous failsafe supply. More than one break tank can be used in a system - our team can offer design assistance to ensure the most economic solution is applied.

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Stormsaver’s standard systems will ensure you save money by saving water day in, day out. We offer a range of additional features, such as monitoring units and building management system connections, to enhance our systems and meet specific needs of clients in commercial and education sectors as well as those needing remote access.

Enhance your system

Stormsaver offers a unique selection of monitoring units, perfect for receptions, communal areas or meeting rooms. These informative displays show how much rainwater has been saved today and the overall amount of rainwater and mains water used since the system was commissioned.

Monitoring units for commercial and

educational buildings

Remote access and monitoring of Stormsaver systems is easily achieved through our BMS connections. A common fault alarm comes as standard with extra connections available for clean filters, zero flow, low tank content and any pump error. We also provide indicators for flow detection, mains water and rain water usage as well other bespoke requirements.

Building Management

System connections

Our educational unit is colourful and child-friendly and shows how the rainwater system works. Our commercial unit is offered in a sleek, contemporary design, suitable for any entrance or reception area.

One submersible pump is supplied as standard with our tank management equipment.

We offer the option to include a duty and standby arrangement where the pumps operate in sequence to extend their life and to give a back-up in the unlikely event of a single pump failure.

Duty and standby pumps

Booster sets

Supplying rainwater from our processor unit at direct pressure over a long distance or to a substantial height may require a booster set. These systems can be sized on application to meet site-specific requirements.

UV disinfection

In cases where filtered rainwater may create an aerosol, we always recommend additional disinfection. This is also advised in buildings where occupants may be regarded as at risk due to their susceptibility to infection, such as the young, elderly or those with low immune systems.

Other sectors – such as the prison service, vehicle wash units or the healthcare sector – should consider health implications and include disinfection.

Our intelligent UV disinfection units can connect to your BMS and can accommodate flow rates of up to 5.8 litres a second. Larger flow rates can be achieved with bespoke units or by installing the units in parallel.

As an alternative to UV disinfection, we can offer automatic dosing systems – dependent on site-specific requirements.

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Once installed, Stormsaver will offer a free

pre-commissioning visit to check that the installation is correct. We will then fully commission the

installation. Once operational, you will be provided with a commissioning report and a full operation and maintenance manual in digital format.

All systems come with a two year warranty. A summary installation guide and information on maintenance contracts are available from Stormsaver on request.

Installation

All clients benefit from a dedicated technical account manager, who provides tailored advice and guidance throughout the installation process. You will receive a comprehensive package of working drawings and an installation manual. The system components will be delivered to suit your schedule and everything will be pre-assembled and tested by Stormsaver before it arrives on site. All you have to do is provide interconnecting pipe work and cables.

During installation, it is critical to test the functionality of the system. Stormsaver will work closely with the ground workers during the tank installation and continue to assist the mechanical and electrical contractors as they put the final connections together prior to commissioning.

At Stormsaver, we appreciate the importance of educating future generations about water conservation and

sustainable development. This is why we have developed a comprehensive education pack, which we offer to schools that feature a Stormsaver rainwater harvesting system.

Developed with support from Local Authorities and primary school teachers, the education pack is aimed at Key Stage 2 pupils. However, many of the activities are also useful for Key Stages 1 and 3 and even youth clubs.

There are two parts to Stormsaver’s education pack: the monitoring unit and the educational activities book.

The educational monitoring unit allows everyone at the school to see the building’s daily rainwater usage, the total rainwater usage and the total mains water usage since commissioning. This information provides a great visual display for children, parents and governors about the school’s achievements in water conservation.

Stormsaver education pack

The core of our education pack is our exclusive 100 page book. ‘Molly Monsoon’ guides children and teachers through a range of topics from water conservation and the value of rainwater, through to how rainwater harvesting works and how to use the education monitoring unit.

Educational activities book

The activities book is full of information sheets, quizzes, activities and comprehensive teachers’ notes that reference everything to the National Curriculum. It incorporates key skills, numeracy, literacy, education for sustainable development and other core subjects including mathematics, science and English.

There are even guidance notes on how long each activity should last and homework suggestions

The activities have been developed so that teachers can adapt them to their own teaching styles. The pack can be incorporated into existing teaching methods or used to create new lesson plans.

National Curriculum

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Stormsaver customer services

Together with our products, our dedicated customer service is second to none. This is just one more reason why our loyal customer base comes back to us time and again.

As standard, Stormsaver customers enjoy:

Office based services

• free quotations in 48 hours

• all quotations are supported with payback and efficiency information

• up to date information on funding and grants

• access to funding through our ECA approved system*

• full online back-up and information on our website

• CAD demonstrations available

• presentations and demonstrations to your company or design team

* Subject to individual applications to HM Revenue & Customs

Design support services

• accurate sizing of rainwater recycling systems

• calculations and sizing to meet BREEAM requirements

• fully descriptive technical drawings for all configurations

• flexibility of design for site-specific limitations

• attendance at design team meetings

• consultancy services

Technical services

• immediate response support and technical back-up

• site-specific drawings and installation manuals

Site based services

• free site visit with each order

• site surveys so we understand your specific needs

• commissioning to give you total peace of mind

After sales service and maintenance

For peace of mind, we can take the hassle out of maintenance with our training and range of packages based on 1-5 year contracts.

Our dedicated customer

service is second to none.

This is just one more

reason why our loyal

customer base comes

back to us time and again.

To help mitigate localised flooding, water authorities are placing restrictions on any new water being directed to storm drains. Therefore, the Stormsaver system has a central part to play in Sustainable Drainage Schemes (SDS). The installation of a Stormsaver system can, where used appropriately, minimise surface water run-off to help reduce the danger of localised flooding. More importantly,

a Stormsaver system can, where appropriately sized, help the user to recycle the water that would otherwise have been lost.

Sustainable Drainage Schemes (SDS)

The installation of a Stormsaver system can help you gain points for the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM), win Eco Awards, Green Building Awards and many other local accreditation schemes.

BREEAM

Enhanced Capital Allowance

Building regulations

Part G of the regulations sets out minimum water efficiency requirements in new buildings to meet sustainability targets through saving water. Suggestions for use of rainwater harvesting systems are included within Part G.

Guidance notes on BS8515: Rainwater harvesting made easy available now

Stormsaver follows the best practice guidelines set out by the Building Services Research Information Association (BSRIA) and the Construction Industry Research Information Association (CIRIA).

The Stormsaver product range is accredited by the Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) under HM Revenue & Customs Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme and follows the best practice guidelines set out in the scheme.

The ECA scheme allows the costs of the system to be written off against an organisations taxable profits. ECAs can reduce a tax bill by £300 for every £1000 spent on the qualifying product, as well as provision of plant and machinery - which can include the cost of transportation and installation of the qualifying system.

Regulations, funding & accreditations

Regulations

Stormsaver’s systems fully comply with:

• BS8515: Rainwater Harvesting Systems 2009 • Water Regulations Advisory Service (WRAS) guidelines

• Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 • Part G of the Building Regulations

• Relevant health and safety guidelines, including the protection of mains water drinking supplies against potential cross contamination.

• Construction (Design Management) Regulations • The IEE Wiring Regulations for Electrical Installations 17th Edition

• Regulations under the Electricity Act

• Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)

• The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Guide, codes of practice and commissioning codes. Water Regulations Advisory Scheme Information and guidance Note No 9-02-05 Marking and identification of pipe-work

The Stormsaver promise

• Free site visit

• Design support services • Systems fully commissioned • Technical support

• 2 year warranty

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