What You Need to Know About Our Concrete Pits And Grates

At Sydney Water Tanks we use The Martins Group’s range of concrete pits that have been expertly designed. All products we use are manufactured in our very own purpose built precast concrete factory located in Smeaton Grange.

The pits and grates that we manufacture are suitable for many situations from sewer and electrical through to inspection, junction and stormwater. With riser rings available for all pits in all sizes.

Concrete pits and grates are designed to drain excess rain and groundwater from surfaces where water gathers, especially along footpaths, car parks, parking lots etc. The size of these concrete pits and grates vary depending on where they are being used, from around the house, to around the city.

These drains are fed by water when it rains; sources can include – gutters and roads, even the guttering from your home can be connected to a storm drain or underground water tank. Many storm drainage systems are designed for moving untreated stormwater directly into rivers, lakes and oceans.

 

Features of Our Concrete Pits

Features of the Sydney Water Tank concrete pits and grates include –

Quality

  • Each pit has two swift lift type lifters.
  • To prevent shattering when knocking out holes, pits are wet cast using steel fibre reinforced 40mpa.
  • There are knockouts on all sides.
  • To ensure strength and durability Steel fibre reinforcing has been engineer designed.
  • Galvanised grates are hot dipped and tested to the requirements of AS3996.2006.

Safety

  • Steel bar safety cage.
  • Manufactured to the highest possible standards.
  • Smooth concrete finishes inside and out which means there are no sharp edges, protruding fibres or missing chunks.

Choice

At Sydney Water Tanks, you are spoilt for choice; we bring you the best products, we take pride in every concrete pit or crate we make.

  • Risers are available.
  • Delivery can be arranged to your site, by our crane trucks – if required.
  • To suit your engineer’s requirements, optional pre-cast inlets and outlets are available.

There are no set or dedicated Australian Standards when it comes to concrete pits and grates, and Bio Septic holds the production certificate to both the AS/NZS 1546.1 small septic tank and the AS/NXS 1546.3 Aerated Wastewater Treatment Systems Standard.

The concrete pits we manufacture and use have been made under these same Quality Assurance procedures. All our pits have been individually wet cast from 40mpa steel fibre reinforced concrete. At Sydney Water Tanks we are committed to providing all our customers and clients with the highest levels of quality throughout all our production processes. Our pits and grates are amongst the top pits and grates in use today; they are strong and able to absorb and withstand all the *abuse* pits are put through on building sites everywhere. We are best known for our in ground, and underground rainwater tanks so ask us about our range if you are in the market for a water tank in Sydney.

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30-year Structural Guarantee

When you purchase anything – from cars to inground water tanks, there is no way of *knowing* if a problem or issue is going to arise. Of course, your risks can be minimised, such as when you choose a reliable water tank company, and you know there is a good warranty in place. Warranties offer you peace of mind.

Warranties are perfect for consumers because they give that peace of mind, but occasionally warranties also give buyers a false sense of security. As a consumer the best thing you can do is always buy a reliable product from a reputable company – when it comes to in ground water tanks – don’t cut corners.

Always buy your quality water tanks from a well-known, reliable and reputable team. Sydney Water Tanks has 25 years’ experience in the industry, and we stand behind and guarantee every inground water tank we sell. You know they will be around to honour the 30-year structural guarantee that comes with every water tank sold.

When it comes to purchasing a water tank your warranty will contain the finer details of what is covered and what isn’t, so always read your warranty carefully and pay attention, especially if you are installing the water tank yourself to ensure your warranty is not voided. Always ensure you maintain your water tank according to all instructions or warranties.

In some cases – depending on the company you may find that there is a separate warranty for tank accessories and pumps. Every manufacturer will have their warranty, so take the time and read and KNOW, exactly what your warranty does and doesn’t cover, and always get that warranty in writing.

Concrete tanks from Sydney Water Tanks come with a 30-year structural integrity guarantee for your own peace of mind.

Tanks that are installed above ground are exposed to the elements – wind, rain, the sun and hail which can lead to fatigue. Sydney Water Tanks are strong and safe coming with three lockable stainless bolt covers and a wide 600mm clear opening for maintenance and access. Tank covers are lightweight, and the different height turrets mean the inlet depth is varied, this allows the tank to be placed in an area suitable for light traffic.

To ensure the maximum fall of the tank we calculate not only the best depth, but the best location this means every drop of rainwater is harvested and helps prevent any sediment building up in the pipes. Thanks to a unique range of benefits and features your safety and ease of use is at the forefront when it comes to the design, manufacturing and installation of your inground water tank.

Buy with confidence and be secure in the knowledge that the structural integrity of your water tank is being looked after for many, MANY years to come.

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