Drainage Specialties/Interceptors

Roof Drains
Scupper, Parapet and Deck
Drains
Floor and Area Drains For
Finished and Unfinished
Areas
Flushing Rim Floor Drains
Backwater Valves
Non-Freeze Hydrants/Hose
Bibbs

Cleanouts
Trap Seal Primers
Water Hammer Arrestors
Access Doors
Interceptors Grease, Oil,
Sediment
Fixture Carriers/Pipe Space
Requirements
Acid Neutralization Tank
Systems

Part I: Roof Drains

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Purpose and Application

Utilized to protect, and to repel water which must
be suitably re-directed to prevent damage and
collapse
Designed to receive and convey rain water from
roof areas to the storm drainage system
Many types of roof drains, which are used for the two
main roofs which encounter severe water retention:
Flat and Butterfly (see next slide)

Requirements
The modern roof drain
is designed to drain off
rain water in the most
effective manner
possible while
maintaining an aesthetic
appeal because in many
instances it is placed in
full view of the public.

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Pleasing dome shape with a low

profile and adequate free
drainage area
Corrosion-resisting dome
material
Effective debris protection
Overflow drainage to allow
drainage during debris build-up
Gravel stop
Positive Flashing Clamp
Seepage control channels
Sump designed to minimize air
entrapment
Flexibility to meet all
construction requirements

Roof Types

Exaggerated Shape

Basic components
1.

Mushroom or domed
strainer: stop debris,
flat vs. dome (2x area
of pipe)

2.

A combination
Flashing Clamp and
Gravel stop:
watertight connection
between roof and roof
drain, notched guard
stops gravel

3.

Drain Body or Sump

collects incoming
water

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Accessories
1. Sump Receiver R to
accommodate hole cut
in roof to fit drain body
for a flush installation
2. Extensions E secures
and supports body and
adjust for insulation
thickness
3. Deck Clamp C in
pre-cast, wood, or steel,
secures drain to roof
esp. during expansion
*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Selection Basics
Flow conditions (rainfall data for local area,
constant/intermittent flow)
Roof size: small roof (<10,000 sq.ft) versus
large roof (>= 10,000 sq.ft)
ATS offers a wide variety of drainage and
drainage specialty options to suit every need
Jay R. Smith (Canada), Watts (U.S.)
Several typically used types (see following
slides)

Types of Flow
Standard Flow
Drains water as quickly as
it falls
Discharge rate
determined by size of
area and design rate of
rainfall
Need local rainfall
intensities and
climatological data
Models: Jay R. Smith
1010, 1330, 1017

Controlled Flow
Water allowed to
accumulate, drained off
at a controlled rate
Reduced flow rates mean
smaller pipe sizes, strain
on sewage treatment
plants
Provide adequate scupper
and overflow drains
Models: Jay R. Smith
1083, 1017

Types of Flow
Weirs sizes are calculated
to convey water at a
predetermined rate
Max. 2 weirs usually used
Good for areas with
uneven rainfall patterns
Allows use of smaller
diameter pipe sizes
(economical) and reduced
need to rely on city water
during dry spells
*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Main differences: Size (Rule of Thumb)

Large (15-1/4)

Medium (12)

Small (8-1/2)

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Standard Flow Drains

1010,
1330,
1011010,
1010,
1330,
10171017
71010,
1330, 1017

Large

Small

Inverted

Green (*)

Wide
Flange/Wooden
*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Roof Orientation
Conventional

Inverted (IRMA)
Perforated
Extension

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Green Roofs
A green roof is a
vegetated roof with
growth media
composition to
support growing
plants. It provides
evaporative cooling,
converts carbon
dioxide to oxygen
and reduces
stormwater runoff
*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Wide Flange/Wooden Drains

Wide flange DX
(commonly 4)

serves as a
bonding base for
the membranes
and coatings of
waterproof roof
deck covering
systems
Used in wooden,
flat roofs, often with
foot traffic

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Flow Control Drains

1083, 1017

Conventional

Inverted

Green

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Promenade Drains
1410,
1470,
1409, 1479
Large
Conventional

Large
Inverted

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Overflow Drains
1070,
1074,
1080, 1045
Stand Pipe

Water Dam

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Overflow Drains

Stand Pipe

Filters for Nonpotable uses

(irrigation, car
washes) (RWH)

Water Dam

Maintain constant
water height on
flat roofs;
Emergency
overflow

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Gutter and Scupper Drains

1510,
1530, 1770
Gutter

Scupper

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Gutter and Scupper Drains

Gutter

Side Outlet, used in

gutters where a
drain is required for
connecting to
downspout leader

Scupper

Vertical
Drainage
(45/90 deg), at
junction of roof
and parapet

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Rainwater Harvesting Flow Chart

FLOW OF WATER THROUGH A RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEM

ROOF DRAIN

FLOATING
FILTER/FLOATING
SWITCH

OVERFLOW/BACK
WATER DEVICE

VORTEX FILTER

SUBMERSIBLE
PUMP

WATER SAFETY (U.V.

STERILIZER,
SEDIMENT FILTER)

STORAGE TANK

VALVES (BACKFLOW
PREVENTERS,
PRVS)

SMOOTHING INLET

*Note: Jay R. Smith Models shown; Only available in Canada

Rainwater Harvesting Schematic

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