Fernco Penstocks

Introduction to Penstocks

Penstocks, in their basic form, are permanent water gates that control the flow of water from one area to the next, which can be manually adjusted depending on the desired flow. Used on Waterways, Power Plants, Industrial Effluent Plants, Hydro Power, Sewerage/Wastewater Treatment Plants, Drainage and Flood Control.

With a core range manufactured from HDPE (High Density Polyethylene), Fernco’s range offers considerable benefits over other materials including:

Operational

The range is installer friendly by being considerably lighter than alternatives resulting in an easier installation process.

Environmental

Corrosion resistant and UV stable, Fernco Penstocks are manufactured from HDPE (High Density Polyethylene), and 316 stainless steel; so they do not become brittle in direct sunlight. Only using pure materials, the product is fully recyclable giving a much lower carbon footprint.

Maintenance

The product requires little lubrication between the frame and the door resulting in a longer life product. The range has leakage rates that are less than both BS 7775 and DIN. 19569-4 class 5.

Penstocks, unlike valves, are normally fitted into or onto the civil structure formwork either in channels or over an aperture in a wall. Fernco have a wide range available in stock suitable for most applications, with the ability to make bespoke on quick lead times.

HDPE Penstocks from Fernco provide a high strength, easy to install solution to control the flow of water and wastewater. A complete range of high-quality, permanent, long lasting, and reliable penstocks.

Easy and quick installation – no need for grout between frame and wall

Manufactured to class 5 standard of DIN19569-4 and BS7775

Lightweight range of wall mounted penstocks

Little to no maintenance required

Robust and rigid construction

Corrosion resistant