[Adam Morman]

Check out http://www.resisolutions.com . They’ve had success in the UAE

here’s a detail of a bio-swale using the EPIC Chamber for Biofiltration — RESI Epic Chamber detail

[Adam Morman]

An alternate product to consider is the EPIC System by a company called RESI Solutions along with some of their other products….. http://www.resisolutions.com It’s got many more uses and applications

There are links to product flyers you can download and learn more about the product and some of it’s uses in the attached word document.

Contact me with any questions.

[Adam Morman]

I just started working with the product within the past month. We’re working hard to get some projects to use it. City of Philadelphia is trying to get legislation passed to make it necessary to install the system in all 275 current and all future play fields, as they’re built or renovated.

We should have many projects using this system in the coming months. As we can meet with LA’s, Civil’s, Architects, and local/state/federal agencies, the system will be specified in many projects during the design.

Anyone designing a playing field for a school or public entity should definitely consider this product. I’d be glad to set up a presentation at anyone’s office within a couple hours of DC.

[Adam Morman]

For strictly residential designs and even small commercial projects that don’t require 3d or other add ons, Dynascape does a great job with all the pre-loaded details, which you can easily add new ones. the estimating module can be great too and they have a rendering program that can be really fast…..

If you plan on more complex projects, I’d consider Vectorworks, which I don’t have yet, but have been looking at it for many years wanting to use it.

[Adam Morman]

Jared,
check out this product. It might be something to consider: http://www.rehbeinsolutions.com/technology/epic.html

[Adam Morman]

I have an alternative solution product that you should consider for Artificial Turf fields to cool them down. The product is called EPIC Chamber by a company out of Minnesota called RESI Solutions. Here’s the link to their site and this product: http://www.rehbeinsolutions.com/technology/epic.html

Here’s some info from the manufacturer on the product and all the uses for it beyond cooling artificial surfaces:
• Provide Stormwater Quality/Quantity Management: RESI solutions enable any green space or permeable surface to incorporate sub-surface cleansing and storage of massive stormwater volumes in the soil profile. Effective utilization of the EPIC System™ can provide stormwater management for quality and quantity purposes.

• Reclaim Rainwater for Irrigation Purposes: The EPIC System™ provides an opportunity to store and re-use water to irrigate any living green spaces.

• Surface Cooling of Athletic Fields: Research has shown that EPIC Systems™ can reduce the field surface temperature (by 25-30 degrees) during hot months and improve overall player comfort (especially important in warm climates).

• 50-85% Reduction of Water Consumption for Irrigation: In irrigation applications, EPIC Systems™ use 50-85% less water than traditional spray irrigation systems (University of New Mexico Study). EPIC System™ water delivery occurs through sub- surface, passive capillary action within the sand-based profile.

• Water Management: Living systems of vegetation and microorganisms cleanse and reuse water through physical uptake and biological breakdown of pollutants. Water treatment of our natural components removes over 80% of Total Suspended Solids (TSS), 85% of Total Phosphorous and over 60% of Nitrates (Rice Creek Watershed District research). Netlon ATS mimics an intense root structure that doubles the infiltration rate of soils. All runoff can be controlled and re-used by properly utilizing the EPIC System™.

• Improve Vegetative Durability and Reduce Soil Compaction/Erosion: Netlon Reflex Mesh elements give the turf surface “memory”, allowing it to spring back into shape following heavy or repetitive use. Areas reinforced with Netlon Reflex Mesh are resistant to ripping and can support heavy vehicle traffic without developing ruts.

• Re-Use Greywater and/or Stormwater: EPIC Systems™ deliver water through passive subsurface chambers; this mitigates health concerns associated with greywater or stormwater re-use.

• Decreased Maintenance Costs: The EPIC System™ and Netlon Reflex Mesh elements reduce long-term operating and maintenance expenses. Our solutions also significantly reduce water consumption and decrease the cost of stormwater infrastructure.

• Improve Vegetation Health and Vitality: With sub-surface irrigation, vegetation establishes more rapidly and decreases the water-related stress. Studies that have been conducted with turf grass and EPIC Systems™ indicate there is an increase in the grass blade mass and density by as much has 40% (by weight). Also, EPIC Systems™ allow for subsurface fertilization if needed for specific vegetative needs.

• Contribute to LEED Credits: LEED credits that are attainable include: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Innovation in Design, Recycled Content and Materials Reuse.

• Proven Return on Investment (ROI): Incorporating the EPIC System™ and Netlon ATS into your project will provide multi-functional green spaces that have a proven ROI. Our solutions provide several benefits and enhance the function and aesthetics of the project.

Contact me with any questions

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