WMS-2000 Water Management Brochure 122011 - Firestone ...

Water for a Sustainable Futurewater management solutions

Environmental Passive Integrated ChamberResponsible Water ManagementOur total system approach expands beyond traditional stormwater systems, which historically onlystored stormwater or treated it for pollutants. The Firestone Environmental Passive Integrated Chamber(EPIC Chamber ) is an onsite water management and reuse system designed to collect, filter, retainand distribute water below ground at its source. Bringing together passive subsurface irrigation, waterstorage and filtration in a single, customizable solution, the Firestone EPIC System utilizes capillaryrise and gravity to provide controlled water management. Whether you are looking for watermanagement solutions for green space, athletic fields, irrigation, parking lots or stormwater run-off,the EPIC System can be designed to fit your project’s footprint and achieve hydrologic responsibility.SUSTAINABLE BENEFITS• Irrigates with 50-85% less potable water, depending on locationand application• Can reduce the need for open retention ponds• Utilizes a Firestone EPDM Geomembrane to create a cost effectivebarrier to store water• Minimizes the amount of pollutants from entering the groundwater• Requires minimal maintenance and managementLEEDThe U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)Program is an internationally recognized third-party green building certification system that aimsto improve design, construction, operation and maintenance solutions. Making efforts to reduceyour facility’s resource consumption and achieve LEED credits is a great way to proactively meetincreasingly stringent building standards and improve your bottom line. The Firestone EPIC systemmay help your facility earn LEED credits in the following categories: Sustainable Sites, WaterEfficiency, Materials and Resources, Innovation and Design, and Regional Priority Credits.

RAIN GARDENSRain gardens are typically placed in a natural lowlyingarea of green space to help filter pollutants fromstormwater. The Firestone EPIC System is an idealsolution for rain garden installations, even in locationswhere soil conditions are unsuitable for wetland plantgrowth. Intended to be installed beneath the vegetation,our innovative solution features an open drainageand irrigation infrastructure that deliberately andnaturally enhances root growth which, in turn, increasestreatment performance. Rain gardens that incorporateour system have the ability to treat high volumes ofstormwater run-off and reuse the water for irrigation,promoting plant health. Rain gardens and infiltrationbasins installed with the EPIC System will flourish withminimal maintenance and provide a long-term solutionfor sustainable water management.Subsurface IrrigationThe Firestone EPIC System provides multi-functional designsolutions to conserve and reuse water. The system canbe utilized in salt or freshwater applications. It can beinstalled even in complicated landscaped areas, underneathpermeable pavers, on green roofs and in athletic fields.Specifying a Firestone EPDM Geomembrane beneaththe Firestone EPIC Chambers provides a cost-effectivebarrier to capture water for reuse. While some traditionalwater management designs require exposed reservoirs todraw irrigation water, the EPIC System relieves this needby utilizing underground water storage for reuse ordelayed release.• Recycles rain and greywater for onsite irrigation• Minimizes stormwater pollution from enteringground water or wetland areas• Reuses collected storm or waste water without aboveground exposure

Green PArkingConsidered one of the world’s most precious resources, waterThe is essential Firestone family to life of around water management the globe. products Despite provides the fact that waterthe covers opportunity 75% to of transform the earth’s traditionally surface, impervious less than spaces 1% is availableinto for functional the world’s green ecosystems areas. Made and from expanding high quality, population recycled of morethermoplastic than 6.9 billion components, humans. Firestone The Environmental NetPave 50 features Protection an Agencyopen (EPA) grid names system urban that can run-offs bear a in design its top load 10 of up leading to 300 sources oftons/m impairments 2 (27.87 of tons/ft rivers, 2 ). When lakes filled and with estuaries. vegetation, It is the critical tocellular protect structure these and bodies open of base freshwater enables unrestricted from contamination root andgrowth. It can also be filled with stone without concern for lossstormwater run-off, especially since 83,337 square milesor displacement. Similar to NetPave 50, Firestone NetPave(215,842 square kilometers) of impervious surfaces exist25 provides protection to areas where lightweight trafficacross the U.S. today and an estimated 7.8 billion gallonswould otherwise erode or cause grass damage. Intended toof freshwater are spent on outdoor uses, the majority beingbe installed on top of existing grass surfaces, NetPave 25 willimprove landscaping. vehicular *traction while minimizing sheet flow.In Furthering addition, adding its strong Firestone commitment Netlon ATS to to the a soil environment,profile canstrengthen Firestone the Specialty bearing capacity, Products enabling offers it an to innovative, support heavy holisticvehicular approach loads to in maximize saturated conditions. your water The resources. Firestone EPIC Our family ofSystem can be used in conjunction with any of these productswater management products can be used individually orto provide a comprehensive water management solution.in conjunction with one another to offer a complete waterLying below either Firestone NetPave product or the Netlonmanagement solution.ATS mesh, the EPIC System can be used to capture, filter,reuse or recharge the stormwater run-off. No matter whatyour site’s performance criteria may be, any combination ofNetPave, Netlon ATS and the EPIC System can create durablegreen parking solutions to meet your every need.The Firestone Environmental Passive IntegratedChamber (EPIC Chamber) is a drainageand irrigation device that uses natural passiveprocesses to manage and direct water resources.GOLF COURSESFirestone EPIC Pans are corrugated plastic pans usedto capture water in conjunction with the FirestoneEPIC Chamber. It is used in applications whereinfiltration of a certain amount of filtered run-off,back into the water table, is desired.Plant and fish friendly, Firestone EPDM Geomembraneis a cured, single-ply liner used to contain water inconjunction with the Firestone EPIC Chamber. It is idealfor applications where reintroduction of run-off intothe water table is not desired.Golf courses consist of large green areas that can beexpensive to irrigate. The use of a Firestone EPIC Systemcan quickly improve vegetation growth by utilizing asand profile. Installing a Firestone EPDM Geomembranebeneath the sand profile provides an economical barrierto capture and retain water. The patented design of theEPIC Chamber allows for water to flow from the systemin a controlled manner through capillary rise, creatingan ideal and uniform air/water ratio for the vegetationFirestone Netlon ATS (Advanced Turf System) consists Manufactured from high quality, recycled thermoplasticabove. of 2”x 4” The (5.08 captured cm x 10.16 cm) polypropylene water in mesh the chamber components, system Firestone can NetPave 50 provides a structural,reduce pieces or that potentially can be blended into eliminate the top layer to the need permeable, for additional plowable and versatile solution for parkingincrease bearing capacity and root stability.surfaces, paths and energy dissipation applications.water source irrigation.Similar to Firestone NetPave 50, only at half theprofile, Firestone NetPave 25 is ideal for lightweighttraffic areas and residential applications.*The information and statistics contained in the opening paragraph came from the United States Geological Survey, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the US EPA’s Water Sense Program.

PARK AND FIELD SolutionsParks and recreation personnel know that heavy rain andstanding water can wreak havoc on their parks and fields,particularly during peak utilization periods. Irrigation efficiency,drainage capacity, turf damage, soil compaction and pestinfestation have serious implications on field availability,performance and health in both natural grass and artificial turfdesigns. In addition to wear and tear, traditional grass andsand fields with conventional irrigation systems can requiremillions of gallons of water each year – a costly and inefficientuse of water resources.While artificial athletic fields increase usability and decreasemaintenance and operation costs over natural grass and sandfields, they offer little to no value as a stormwater managementsolution. They also provide minimal temperature control,resulting in on-field temperatures that may exceed 150 degreesFahrenheit (65.56 degrees Celsius) on hot, sunny days.Parks and fields designed with the Firestone EPIC Systemcan provide multi-functional green spaces to maximize yourproperty. The substantial drainage and filtration capabilitiesof the EPIC System can be installed beneath a park or field,promoting efficient land and water use and mitigating turfissues. The system recycles stormwater run-off and greywaterwithout above ground exposure. It filters and distributes thewater in an underground controlled release that increases plantgrowth, resulting in enhanced aesthetic appeal at a lower cost.When Firestone Netlon ATS is added to the soil profilelayer of the EPIC System, parks and fields gain the ability tosupport heavy loads. Even in saturated turf conditions, thepolypropylene mesh reinforces the medium above and givesthe surface “memory,” allowing it to spring back to shape.These features increase turf health and infiltration, preventcompaction, speed event recovery and enhance recreationalsafety.Using Firestone Netlon ATS and the EPIC System with anartificial turf surface has the additional benefit of creating acooler playing field. The system provides increased drainagecapacity and manages large volumes of water from adjacenthardscapes. This, in turn, creates a natural cooling effectthat can reduce field surface temperatures up to 50 degreesFahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius) on hot, sunny days.When combined with the EPIC System, parks and fields canbecome a resilient recreational space that provides superiordrainage, stormwater management and subsurface irrigation,as well as years of fun and enjoyment – rain or shine.

RESPONSIBILITYFrom RootsTo RooftopsRubberGard EPDM UltraPly TPO , AcryliTop Coating orUltraWhite Highly Reflective CapsheetENVIROREADY ROOFING SYSTEMFully Adhered EPDM or TPOVegetative RoofsFirestone ISOGARD HDCover BoardMetalWall PanelsMetalCopingFirestone ISO 95+ GL InsulationPhotovoltaic SystemsMetalSun ScreensDaylighting SystemsMetal RoofingThru-wallFlashingMetalColumn CoversRainwaterGardensPermeable StormwaterCollection SystemsRetentionPondsZero DischargeStormwater CollectionBioswaleWhether your building project requires commercial roofing systems and accessories; metalpanels and sunscreens; pond liners and water management systems; or daylighting systemsand photovoltaics, the companies of Firestone Diversified Products can meet the needs of theentire building footprint.Sustainability, conservation, recyclability and reflectivity are essential features of Firestoneproducts and processes. From raw material selection throughout the manufacturing processto the installation and warranting of our products, responsibility is at the heart of everythingwe do. Firestone’s wide array of building footprint solutions represents high quality and adeep commitment to the environment.Trust your project needs to Firestone – from roots to rooftops.

WHERE TRADITION MEETS TECHNOLOGYAs part of the Bridgestone family of companies, Firestone has been a worldrecognizedleader in rubber polymer technology for over 100 years. Buildingon this broad legacy, Firestone Specialty Products has become a trusted name inlining, geomembrane, and now water management solutions. Our knowledgeablestaff, agents and network of distributors provide an unmatched level of serviceand support to installers, architects, engineers, consultants, general contractors,specifiers and government agencies around the world.QUALITY AND ACCOUNTABILITYAt Firestone Specialty Products, we are equally dedicated to our clients and ourcommunity. While producing superior products and systems designed to exceedour customers’ expectations is an ongoing goal, we believe environmental,health and safety issues are just as important to building a successful and sociallyresponsible business. Firestone Specialty Products continually strives to maintainstringent manufacturing processes, improve our environmental management systemsand take an active role in our surrounding communities.FIRESTONE SPECIALTY PRODUCTS DELIVERSIn addition to proven products and superior service, Firestone Specialty Productsis also committed to providing unsurpassed product availability. With a network ofdistributors throughout North America, you can rest assured that the quality andvalue of Firestone’s systems are never far away.To find a Firestone partner near you or to request samples and information,call 1-800-428-4442, visit www.firestonesp.com or email info@firestonesp.com.HPG Uses 100% Green Power.www.hardingpoorman.comMANUFACTURED WITH100% WIND ENERGYThis green product printed on recycled paper using Soy Inks and manufactured using 100% Wind Power.

This brochure is meant to highlight Firestone’s products and specifications. Information is subject to change without notice. All products and specifications are listed inapproximate weights and measurements. For complete product information, please refer to the technical information posted on www.firestonesp.com. Firestone takesresponsibility for furnishing quality materials, which meet Firestone’s published product specifications. Neither Firestone nor its representatives are experts in hydraulicengineering. Firestone offers no opinion on and expressly disclaims any responsibility for either, (a) the selection and design of the site or (b) the preparation of the soilor substrate on which its products may be applied. If questions arise as to the design of the hydraulic construction, consult competent specialists in hydraulic engineeringbefore proceeding. Firestone accepts no liability for any design or site failure or for resultant damages. No Firestone representative is authorized to vary this disclaimer.leaders in geomembrane and liningFirestone Specialty Products(888) 264-1735 | www.firestonesp.com | info@firestonesp.comCanada(888) 292-6265www.firestonesp.cainfo@firestone.specialtyproducts.caEurope, Middle East & Asia+32 2 711 44 50www.firestonebpe.cominfo@fbpe.beLatin America & Caribbean(305) 471-0117www.firestonebplac.cominfo@firestonebplatincaribe.com©2011 Firestone Specialty Products Company LLC. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. ITEM# WMS-2000 12/11 (replaces 3/11)-01