TPO Inflow Defender Max®
Overview
The TPO Inflow Defender Max®, inflow dish was designed to significantly prevent rainfall from entering the sanitary sewer system through the manhole cover and upper frame area. The TPO Inflow Defender Max® inflow dish is part of Utility Sealing Services complete AIIM Wastewater Inflow and Infiltration Abatement program.
Features
• Neoprene gasket
• Effectively blocks abrasive debris
• Eliminates excess flow
• Fully assembled - no special tools required
• Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) impact resistant; long lasting; resists heat & cold
• Molded structural ribs
• Optional SS 316 eyebolt hardware
• Custom logos on orders of 100 or more
Benefits
• Reduces maintenance costs
• Eliminates motor run-time spikes, significantly reduces sewerage treatment costs
• Custom sized - installs quickly and easily
• Impact resistant; long lasting; resists heat and cold
• Ribs prevent dish from falling into manhole
• Made in the USA
The following ring/covers are not candidates for inflow dishes:
- Offset ring/cover
- Hinged lids
- Composite bolt down lids
- A-Frame castings
Installation
1) Remove the manhole cover
2) Clean the manhole flange area of dirt and debris to ensure accurate measurement
3) Locate manhole frame Inside Diameter (ID) and measure across ID with a minimum of two dimensional readings for accuracy-record the smallest measurement to the nearest 1/8"
4) Locate manhole frame Outside Diameter (OD) and measure across OD with a minimum of two dimensional readings for accuracy-record the smallest measurement to the nearest 1/8".