What Are FX Gutters?
FX gutters are more rounded in shape than regular gutters and are highly stable. They are lighter than regular gutters, making them easier to handle and install. They also have a better fit, which reduces lid rattling and noise when vehicles pass by.
The load strength and flow rate are comparable to those of normal gutters, and the amount of excess soil can be reduced, resulting in environmental friendliness and cost reduction.
In addition, FX gutters are slimmer than conventional gutters, allowing the width of sidewalks to be extended by up to 20 cm.
Applications of FX Gutters
FX gutters are used in the same applications as conventional gutters, such as on forest roads and roads used for daily life, etc. Since FX gutters have less rattling caused by vehicle traffic, they can reduce noise problems at night and in urban areas. Because FX gutters are light and easy to install, they can be installed in less time than conventional gutters and are often used in high-traffic areas.
Variations are available for entrances and exits, corners, mud boxes, and sumps.
Principle of FX Gutters
Conventional gutters have a structure where the lid is simply placed horizontally, which makes them less stable when vehicles pass by, etc. FX gutters are processed into a shape called the “triple support function,” which improves stability.
The lid receiving portion of the FX gutter’s gutter body is in contact with the R-plane, and the lower part of the lid is in contact with the V-plane; the R-plane and V-plane make linear contact to absorb the impact of the loading load on the lid and reduce lid rattling and bounce. Fit points are also made horizontally on the sides of the lid to integrate the product and prevent misalignment.
In addition, the flat sides of the gutter allow for construction in close contact with nearby structures. This allows for sufficient compaction, thus preventing pavement settlement.
Both the gutters and lids are lighter, with the lid of a 300-width conventional gutter weighing about 46 kg, while the FX gutter weighs only 29 kg.
The amount of excavation is less than conventional gutters, reducing excavation time and the cost of overburden disposal.
FX gutters can also be fitted with a filter for drainage.