Aluminum channeling ULTRA FLO®

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ULTRA FLO®, a pipe with a smooth interior, is the material of choice for storm sewer applications and a lower cost alternative to reinforced concrete pipe. The smooth interior improves hydraulic capacity (Manning’s “n” = 0.012, equal to concrete pipe) while the exterior box ribs provide structural strength. ULTRA FLO is available manufactured with a variety of coatings such as, aluminized, polymer-coated, and aluminum material to meet a wide variety of environmental and service life requirements. For projects with limited headroom, ULTRA FLO is available in pipe-arch. Because ULTRA FLO weighs less than 10% of concrete pipe, handling and installation costs are greatly reduced. Aluminum ULTRA FLO has only 1/35 the weight of concrete pipe. Lower labor costs also result from fast and easy joining. Contech Quick Stab® joints or coupling bands do not require special skills or tools. Twenty-foot standard lengths mean fewer joints and faster laying. Shop-fabricated fittings save installation time in the field while providing hydraulically efficient junctions. Smooth Interior - Manning’s “n” = 0.012, equal to concrete pipe Exterior box ribs - Shown to be equivalent to reinforced concrete pipe Weighs less than 10% of reinforced concrete pipe - Easier to install, faster installation Longer lengths than reinforced concrete pipe - Fewer joints, faster installation, reduced cost QUICK STAB and coupling banded joints - No special tools or skills required, faster installation, reduced cost Galvanized Steel - Pipe made from steel coated with zinc to extend service life. The most widely used and most economical metallic coating for corrugated steel pipe.