While some flow management operations choose to install their primary device directly in channel, others will need to incorporate their device into a fiberglass manhole. Using a fiberglass manhole means having your flow management device, such as weir, in a contained environment where it will be safe from damage and easily accessible to operators. What […]
In a flow management operation, it’s important that you choose the correct primary devices. Although many systems choose to install a weir or flume directly into a channel, you could also incorporate your device into a packaged metering manhole. A packaged metering manhole can bolster your operation in several ways. If you’re not familiar with
Turbulent flow can cause a big problem for water management operations. If the flow in your system is particularly turbulent, it can be virtually impossible to take the accurate measurements that you need. Fortunately, whether your system employs flumes or weirs, correcting the problem of turbulent flow can be easily accomplished by installing a stilling
When you’re looking for a flume for your water management system, one of the most important factors is picking an option that’s low maintenance. In this regard, there’s almost no better option than the H flume. Because of their limited need for maintenance, H flumes are used in a variety of applications, including industrial operations.
Flumes come in a wide range of styles, meaning virtually every open channel flow operation can find a flume that meets its exact needs. If you’re looking for a flume to help with your flow management needs, the Cutthroat flume is an option you’ll want to learn more about. While most in the open channel
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After you’ve installed a flume in your flow management operation, there’s another important decision that you need to make: what tool you’ll use to take your flow measurements. While there are several reliable options you can choose, your best option may be to install a staff gauge. Staff gauges provide a variety of benefits of
Installing a flume can be a very delicate process, requiring a great deal of planning and close attention to detail. When you install your flume, there are several big mistakes you need to avoid, including making sure your flume is properly positioned at the channel and that your flume has a uniform velocity. However, focusing
For many operations looking for a flow management device, the best option is a weir plate. With a weir plate, there are several important issues that need to be taken into account, including the material from which your weir plate is constructed. If cost is a concern, for instance, you may choose to have your
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Flumes come in a wide variety of styles, and certain flumes, such as the RBC and Palmer-Bowlus, come equipped with long-throated ramps. While this can be beneficial in some regards, long-throated ramps are also very much at risk from sedimentation, and as anyone in the flow management field knows, sedimentation can be disastrous for an
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If you’ve been looking for a flow management device for your operation, there are countless options you could select. However, if you want one of the most versatile tools on the market, you should consider investing in a weir box. Unlike other devices, such as the Parshall flume, few people are familiar with weir boxes
