The First Defense® High Capacity by Hydro International is an advancement on the First Defense® enhanced vortex separator, available in Australia exclusively through Civilmart.
The First Defense® High Capacity separator has internal components designed to remove and retain gross debris, total suspended solids (TSS) and hydrocarbons
Contaminated stormwater runoff enters the inlet chute from a surface grate and/or inlet pipe. The inlet chute introduces flow into the chamber tangentially to create a low energy vortex flow regime (magenta arrow) that directs sediment into the sump while oils, floating rubbish and debris rise to the surface.
This product is manufactured in Australia and could be supplied to other states. Contact your local Civilmart specialist for more information.
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