Equipment
Vertform®
Vertform® is an innovative system developed by AHS that offers a unique solution for constructing manhole inverts.
It consists of a set of reusable pre-formed components that are installed to create a mould, allowing the creation of a watertight manhole base without requiring skilled labour.
Concrete is poured and set around the mould in a single step, giving a consistent and high-quality finish. The Vertform® system is highly versatile, allowing for the creation of custom shapes and angles to fit specific project requirements, and is suitable for pipelines ranging from 375mm to 1,800mm.
Vertform®
Features & Benefits
- Provides a consistent, high-quality and water-tight finish
- Straightforward installation in as little as 45 minutes
- No need for skilled manual labour
- Fully customisable to fit specific project requirements
- Suitable for pipelines ranging 373mm to 1800mm
- Minimal timber wastage
- No heavy lifting required
Applications
The system’s ability to achieve custom shapes and angles allows for a fully bespoke solution that can cope with a wide range of challenges, such as changes in pipe diameter and multiple lateral connections.
Vertform can also be used to form either double step irons or toeholds for manhole access. A box-out frame can be used to attach additional shuttering and create a landing area, providing safe access to shallow manholes.
Manhole inverts with 3-way or even 4-way connections can also be formed at invert-to-invert or soffit-to-soffit level.
