64 | Keeping systems up to the mark Ensuring stormwater drainage keeps up with the pace requires regular maintenance. Dutton Stormwater T T Ange Davidson CONTRACTING Where there’s water, there’s drainage. This could take the form of a river catchment or an inner-city stormwater drain. Drainage keeps our cities from flooding in heavy rain. Ensuring stormwater drainage keeps up with the pace requires regular maintenance. This is where the team at Dutton Stormwater come to the play. Ed Dutton, director of Dutton Stormwater says run off from roads and other impervious surfaces wash into stormwater drains where filters intercept any rubbish that is washed into the drains. Like any filter, they block and need to be regularly maintained. “We service stormwater filtration devices to ensure they function properly and keep New Zealand’s waterways clean and free from pollutants. This helps protect our natural environment. “We employ over 40 staff across our Auckland and Christchurch branches, and we provide comprehensive maintenance for some of New Zealand’s biggest commercial clients such as Auckland Council (Healthy Waters), Foodstuffs, Caltex and Gull and Goodman,” says Ed. “But it’s not just the big guys. Many residential clients also rely on us for the regular maintenance of their stormwater devices.” Since starting Dutton Stormwater in 2009, Ed says New Zealanders attitude to maintaining their stormwater systems has improved. While developers and businesses require a stormwater management plan and contract, this is often designed without engaging with the people who will be maintaining a system. “We invite more developers and engineers to talk to us about the maintenance requirements before they put in a system as there’s often awkward places that require metres of hose or are difficult to get into. “A little more awareness at the design stage would make it easier for us to carry out maintenance and be more cost effective for the developer,” believes Ed. “We’d love to talk to developers and consultants before a stormwater system is installed as it’s of benefit for all the major stakeholders and the receiving environment. Far too often we are engaged after a system is installed and that can require the property owner to carry out more expensive maintenance.” Different water quality standards throughout New Zealand’s cities and towns can make it difficult for Ed to educate people about stormwater maintenance. Due to budget constraints, many cities and towns have very old infrastructure which needs constant patching and repairs. Ed is also aware that many businesses have installed good filtration systems but are not maintaining these. “We all need to take responsibility for our beautiful waterways and if you have a stormwater device on your property, it is your responsibility to ensure it is functioning as designed. We will manage this concern for you and work with you to ensure the frequency of maintenance is correct for your site,” says Ed. Stormwater management is a growing business as Dutton Stormwater’s nationwide network suggests and New Zealand is a world leader in stormwater management. “It’s all positive,” believes Ed. “We are committed to helping you keep your stormwater system operating as it was designed. “Our stormwater system maintenance proposals are site-specific and are always designed for the customer’s benefit.” T R U S T E D P E R FORMANC E www.waimea.co.nz 0800 60 60 61 The Allvac® AV2000H hydro excavator is a beast: Featuring 800L of water capacity, 2000L spoil tank and the high pressure 3500 PSI water blaster, it’ll be the top performer in your fleet. Contact us today to explore our range of hydro vacs. When your project demands only the best. We’re here for all your hydro excavation needs Quality workwear and PPE specialists to all industries In-house embroidery and print NZ-Wide Delivery Suppliers of: From all major wholesale clothing brands Tees/ Polos Hoodies/ Jackets Pants Hats Promo Items Hi Vis PhONE: 09 415 3630 Email: Orders@Digitechservices.co.nz Web: www.digitechservices.co.nz
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