UK’s first FFI Siphon Fish Pass installed at Wissington
The Siphon Fish Ladder is an innovative fishway from the Netherlands, which can be applied to facilitate fish passage at any watercourse obstruction and structures…
Construction works within watercourses are fraught. Often with costly dewatering, risk of pollution and potential injury. This often leads to either high capital cost or even compromise on solutions. Even sites being deemed un-viable – this is where ACE can assist.
ACE offer a wide range of pre-fabricated fish passage equipment. These alleviate site costs and logistical challenge. Therefore, increasing the possibilities and reducing hassle. Whether a complete new structure, or upgrading older systems. ACE have options available that save time on site, reduce construction cost and avoid risk.
All fish pass technology offered by ACE can incorporate eel and lamprey passage as required. Similarly conforms with the Environment Agency fish pass manual. ACE are also happy to assist with the approval process as part of fish pass packages. Providing full survey and design using high-tech 3d modelling for clear visuals and accurate dimensions.
ACE also offer a range of fish friendly pumps, and also fish friendly intake protection. Please see our case studies for more details of recent fish pass works, or contact us if you wish to discuss your requirements further.
ACE often get asked about the strength of HDPE, as traditionally, metals such as mild and stainless steel are used for individual larinier baffles. HDPE is very shock absorbent, and is constructed in a way that uses it’s shape and the material property to ensure strength. To demonstrate the strength, please see the video below- although not a “scientific” test, this demonstrates the capability of the material……