Rainwater management for container terminals & ports

Container terminals and port facilities place high demands on modern rainwater management. Large sealed surfaces, heavy goods traffic and international environmental regulations require high-performance solutions for drainage, rainwater treatment, retention and controlled discharge. HAURATON supports planners, construction companies and operators with comprehensive system solutions for safe, sustainable and cost-effective port and logistics infrastructure.

Requirements for rainwater management

The rainwater management systems used must be able to withstand the specific challenges posed by these areas, which are characterised by heavy-duty use.

Heavy traffic from reach stackers at the Segrate container terminal

Exposure to extreme loads & dynamic forces

Reach stackers, which can generate an axle load of up to 100 tonnes, are often used for handling goods. The manoeuvring of containers exerts immense dynamic forces on the heavy-duty channels installed in the floor.

Volume of traffic

At every port or container terminal, the frequency with which the channels are driven over varies. It is therefore particularly important to take these conditions into account from as early as the planning stage.

An oil lorry is parked in front of a channel

Handling of water-polluting substances

Operational areas can be exposed to water-polluting substances such as fuels, oils and other materials used during day-to-day activities. In the event of spills or accidents, these substances must be prevented from entering the soil, groundwater or nearby water bodies.
Rainwater management systems therefore need to support the safe collection and treatment of runoff from operational areas. The specific requirements depend on site conditions, operational processes and applicable environmental regulations.

Comprehensive rainwater management concept

A comprehensive rainwater management concept takes into account the scheduled maintenance work and refurbishments right from the initial phase of a project. This is the only way to ensure long-term, reliable operation.

What does optimal rainwater management look like for container terminals and ports?

The key lies in the interplay between expert advice and the selection of the right product. Every container terminal and every port is unique in terms of its design and use. It is therefore essential to approach each project in a specific and comprehensive manner.

Experienced rainwater management experts

Our drainage experts are here to support you – ensuring greater confidence in the planning and implementation of your project.

Efficient installation

Coordinated system solutions support fast and efficient installation on site.

Hydraulic performance

Hydraulically optimised systems ensure reliable runoff management, even during heavy rainfall events.

Durable materials

RECYFIX and FASERFIX systems are designed for demanding environments and long-term performance under heavy operational loads.

RECYFIX HICAP channel next to a reach stacker at Sunderland Port — RECYFIX HICAP installed in Sunderland Port

RECYFIX HICAP installed within a industrial port

Rainwater management solutions for ports and container terminals

HAURATON has supplied solutions for rainwater management to ports, container terminals and harbour facilities around the world. These environments place high demands on drainage capacity, load resistance, rainwater treatment and environmental protection. With decades of experience, HAURATON supports planners and operators with coordinated solutions for the collection, treatment, retention and controlled discharge of rainwater.

The following systems are designed to meet the specific requirements of ports and container terminals and support reliable, sustainable rainwater management.

Product comparison

RECYFIX HICAP F

High capacity slot drainage channel for areas with extreme loads & dynamics.

RECYFIX MONOTEC ULTRA

Monolithic drainage channel for heavy-duty applications

FASERFIX SUPER

Channel drainage for extreme loads and dynamic forces.

DRAINFIX CLEAN BASIC

Treatment of polluted surface water.

Product comparison
Attribute	RECYFIX HICAP F	RECYFIX MONOTEC ULTRA	FASERFIX SUPER	DRAINFIX CLEAN BASIC
Load class according to EN 1433
Load class according to EN 1433	Load class according to EN 1433: up to F 900	Load class according to EN 1433: up to F 900	Load class according to EN 1433: up to F 900	Load class according to EN 1433: up to F 900
Load frequency
Load frequency	Load frequency: 6 out of 6	Load frequency: 6 out of 6	Load frequency: 4 out of 6	Load frequency: 4 out of 6
Load dynamics
Load dynamics	Load dynamics: 6 out of 6	Load dynamics: 6 out of 6	Load dynamics: 4 out of 6	Load dynamics: 4 out of 6
Nominal width \| System size
Nominal width \| System size	Nominal width \| System size: 1000, 2000, 3000, 5000, 8000, 10000	Nominal width \| System size: 200, 300	Nominal width \| System size: 100, 150, 200, 300, 400, 500	Nominal width \| System size: 300, 400, 500
Materials of the lower parts
Materials of the lower parts	Materials of the lower parts: Modified polypropylene (PP), approx 93 % recycled composite*	Materials of the lower parts: Modified polypropylene (PP), approx 93 % recycled composite*	Materials of the lower parts: Fibre-reinforced concrete	Materials of the lower parts: Fiber reinforced concrete or polypropylene (PP)
Angle housing
Angle housing	Angle housing:	Angle housing: –	Angle housing: Galvanised steel or ductile iron edge rail with 40 x 40 mm insertion depth	Angle housing: Depending on the version with FASERFIX or RECYFIX: Galvanised steel or cast iron frame with 40 x 40 mm insertion depth
Grating variants
Grating variants	Grating variants: Ductile iron slotted top	Grating variants: Ductile iron grating with lateral concrete anchoring	Grating variants: Ductile iron gratings GUGI ductile iron gratings	Grating variants: Ductile iron grating
Gradient
Gradient	Gradient: Constant depth Stepped fall	Gradient: –	Gradient: Constant depth Built-in fall Stepped fall	Gradient:
Special characteristics
Special characteristics	Special characteristics: Radial installations possible Large channels for retention Channel run without slotted top achievable, for example, under planted areas Cable installations can be threaded though throat voids of the channel	Special characteristics: Material combination of recycled PP and ductile iron for adaptability on the construction site and robustness Side wings for optimum connection to the concrete surface No screws and loose parts on the surface Connection between channel and grating encased in concrete for extra safety	Special characteristics: 16 fixing points for grating/metre	Special characteristics: Rainwater treatment by surface filtration Proprietary treatment system: CIRIA SuDS Manual C753 chapter 14