AtlanCube FAQ
- What is the volume provided by each geocellular tank module?
- What are the installation benefits of higher volume geocellular tank modules?
- How many components are required to assemble 100 cubic metres of geocellular tank modules?
- How many modules are required per cubic metre of storage for geocellular tank systems?
- What is the void ratio of a geocellular OSD tank system?
What is the volume provided by each geocellular tank module?
Project efficiencies across freight, assembly and installation are improved by modules with high storage capacity. Each geocellular system has different storage capacity per module – with larger modules needing less modules for equivalent amounts of storage volume.
Module volume for common systems include –
| System | Gallons per module | Cubic feet per module | Litres per module |
|---|---|---|---|
| AtlanCube | 264 | 35.3 | 1,000 |
| Atlantis Flo-Tank | 31.416 | 4.2007 | 119 |
| Rainsmart Ellipse | 31.68 | 4.236 | 120 |
| Iglube | 39.6 | 5.295 | 150 |
| Graf EcoBloc SMART | 59.4 | 7.9425 | 225 |
| Frankische Rigofil ST | 107.184 | 14.3318 | 406 |
| Frakische Rigofil ST-B | 107.184 | 14.3318 | 406 |
| ACO Stormbrixx HD | 111.408 | 14.8966 | 422 |
| ACO Stormbrixx SD | 168.432 | 22.5214 | 638 |
Improving project efficiency with high storage capacities per module, the AtlanCube is an industry-leader for ease of installation.
The AtlanCube provides 264 gallons (or 35.3 cubic feet) of storage per module – which consists of two components (top and bottom unit). This improves installation timelines with less modules requiring installation to meet the same OSD volume – resulting in less handling, manoeuvring, and module placement.
Compared to competitor systems, the AtlanCube’s provision of 35.3 cubic feet of storage per module is much higher than competitor systems – which in our like-for-like comparisons range from 31.416 gallons per module to 168.432 gallons per module.
2 https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-tank-underground-water-tank/
3 https://www.rainsmartsolutions.com/ellipse_tank_modules
4 https://www.iglube.com.au/
https://www.iglube.com.au/s/a4-leaflets-6kinds_v1.pdf
5 https://www.graf.info/en-au/stormwater/ecobloc/ecobloc-smart.html
8,9 https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/stormbrixx/spec-info/StormBrixx-SD-Spec-Info.pdf
https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/stormbrixx/spec-info/StormBrixx-HD-Spec-Info.pdf
What are the installation benefits of higher volume geocellular tank modules?
Installation efficiency is aided by larger module sizes with less components. By increasing the footprint of each module, more cubic metres of storage can be installed with less total handling, assembly and on-site labour.
Larger modules with fewer components lead to reductions in the complexity of assembly across the entire tank volume – effectively scaling these efficiencies across large scale OSD projects as additional modules are needed.
We compare the dimensions of different geocellular tank systems below –
| System | Module Size (in) | Module Size (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| AtlanCube | 45.28 x 45.28 x 30.71 | 1150 x 1150 x 780 |
| Graf Ecoblock SMART | 31.50 x 31.50 x 12.99 | 800 x 800 x 330 |
| Frankische Rigofil ST | 31.50 x 31.50 x 25.98 | 800 x 800 x 660 |
| Frankische Rifofil ST-B | 31.50 x 31.50 x 25.98 | 800 x 800 x 660 |
| Atlantis Flo-Tank | 26.97 x 16.06 x 17.72 | 685 x 408 x 450 |
| Atlantis Flo-Vault | 22.64 x 22.64 x 19.69 | 575 x 575 x 500 |
| ACO Stormbrixx SD | 47.24 x 23.62 x 35.98 | 1200 x 600 x 914 |
| ACO Stormbrixx HD | 47.44 x 23.70 x 24.09 | 1205 x 602 x 612 |
| Rainsmart Ellipse | 28.15 x 15.75 x 17.32 | 715 x 400 x 440 |
AtlanCube has a larger module size than alternative systems – measuring 45.28 in x 45.28 in x 30.71 in (1150mm x 1150mm x 780mm). This enhances installation efficiencies, which reduces on-site installation timeframes.
By increasing the footprint of each module, AtlanCube ensures that more cubic metres of storage can be installed with less total labour requirements.
This is further aided by its simplicity – with the design incorporating no internal walls, and low component counts per module. This means that each cubic metre of AtlanCube storage can be assembled with fewer components.
2 https://www.graf.info/en-au/stormwater/ecobloc/ecobloc-smart.html
5,6 https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-tank-underground-water-tank/
https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-vault-underground-water-storage/
7,8 https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/stormbrixx/spec-info/StormBrixx-SD-Spec-Info.pdf
https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/stormbrixx/spec-info/StormBrixx-HD-Spec-Info.pdf
How many components are required to assemble 3531 cubic feet of geocellular tank modules?
Geocellular storage systems require different amounts of components per tank module. Large modules with less components can be rapidly deployed – and installation is streamlined.
In comparison, small module sizes with high amounts of components require more handling and result in longer installation timelines and greater complexity of assembly.
Components per 35.3 cubic feet of storage for geocellular systems include – calculated by the number of modules per 35.3 cubic feet and components per module.
NOTE: Many different configurations can be used, this is a guide.
| System | Total components per 3531 cubic feet | Cubic feet per module | Components per 35.3 cubic feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| AtlanCube | ~240 | 35.3 | ~2.4 |
| Frankische Rigofil ST | ~540 | 5.8245 | ~5.4 |
| Frankische Rigofil ST-B | ~540 | 5.295 | ~5.4 |
| Graf EcoBloc SMART | ~795 | 4.2007 | ~7.95 |
| Atlantis Flo-Tank Double | ~6405 | 14.3318 | ~64.05 |
| Iglube | ~4333 | 7.9072 | ~43.33 |
| Rainsmart Ellipse Single | ~7500 | 14.3318 | ~75 |
| ACO Stormbrixx SD | ~678 | 22.5214 | ~6.78 |
| ACO Stormbrixx HD | ~1010 | 4.236 | ~10.1 |
Geocellular module designs without internal walls generally use less components, as wall panels are only required for externally facing modules. Comparatively, modules with internal walls require these walls to be assembled for each tank module.
As tank area increases relative to tank perimeter, geocellular tank systems without walls deliver greater efficiency gains (as the number of modules with no walls increases). Internal walled products have a fixed number of components per module – so the number of components will remain the same.
A key advantage of the AtlanCube is that only the external tank faces require cladding, and the top surface of the tank is secured with geogrid. Due to its large module size and fewer components per module – this results in a lower number of components for assembly per cubic metre of tank storage.
An AtlanCube is constructed from two components per module with additional wall panels for externally facing modules. Each cubic metre of storage requires two core components, and a maximum of two wall panels for corner modules – while internal modules require no walls at all.
4 https://www.graf.info/en-au/stormwater/ecobloc/ecobloc-smart.html
5, 6 https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-vault-underground-water-storage/
https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-tank-underground-water-tank/
7 https://www.iglube.com.au/
https://www.iglube.com.au/s/a4-leaflets-6kinds_v1.pdf
8 https://www.rainsmartsolutions.com/ellipse_tank_modules
9, 10 https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/stormbrixx/spec-info/StormBrixx-SD-Spec-Info.pdf
https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/stormbrixx/spec-info/StormBrixx-HD-Spec-Info.pdf
How many modules are required per 35.3 cubic feet of storage for geocellular tank systems?
The number of modules per 35.3 cubic feet of storage varies across different geocellular tank systems, and module size is a key influential factor. Modules per 35.3 cubic feet of storage impacts installation efficiency – with larger modules requiring less lifts, maneuvering, and assembly for equivalent volumes of storage.
For common geocellular systems, the reported number of modules required per cubic feet of storage include –
| System | Number of Modules Per 35.3 Cubic Feet |
|---|---|
| AtlanCube | 1 |
| Atlantis Flo-Vault | 6.06 |
| Atlantis Flo-Tank | 8.37 |
| Iglube | 6.67 |
| ACO Stormbrixx HD | 2.37 |
| ACO Stormbrixx SD | 1.57 |
| Rainsmart Ellipse | 8.33 |
AtlanCube improves site efficiencies compared to many competitor offerings with one module providing 35.3 cubic feet (264 gallons) of storage potential.
This large module footprint means less AtlanCube modules are required per 35.3 cubic feet of storage capacity compared to other geocellular detention systems available for stormwater applications. For on-site scenarios, this ensures the AtlanCube is efficient and economical – as these gains scale effectively across large volume installations.
2,3 https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-vault-underground-water-storage/
https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-tank-underground-water-tank/
4 https://www.iglube.com.au/
https://www.iglube.com.au/s/a4-leaflets-6kinds_v1.pdf
5,6 https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/products/stormbrixx-hd/
https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/products/stormbrixx-sd/
What is the void ratio of a geocellular OSD tank system?
Void ratio is the efficiency of total storage volume compared to the gross volume per module. Different geocellular systems have void ratios that are influenced by their design specifications – such as module configuration, requirements for internal walls, and module size.
These factors all influence void ratio, and void ratios for different systems can be compared –
| System | Void Ratio |
|---|---|
| AtlanCube | 97% |
| Atlantis Flo-Tank | 95% |
| Atlantis Flo-Vault | 95% |
| ACO Stormbrixx HD | 95% |
| ACO Stormbrixx SD | 97% |
| Rainsmart Ellipse | 95% |
| Iglube | 95.5% |
| Frankische Rigofil ST | 96% |
| Frankische Rigofil ST-B | 96% |
The AtlanCube features a 97% void ratio, which gives it industry-leading retention, detention and infiltration capabilities compared to alternative geocellullar OSD systems. The high percentage of storage volume to gross tank volume, and low module count per cubic metre of tank, ensure that the AtlanCube is a highly efficient solution for water quantity applications.
The increased void ratio of its design is aided by not requiring internal walls – which increases available volume per module. With a highly efficient packing configuration, and large module size 45.28 in x 45.28 in x 30.71 in (1150mm x 1150mm x 780mm), the AtlanCube ensures that these efficiencies are conveyed throughout project design and installation phases.
2,3 https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-vault-underground-water-storage/
https://atlantiscorporation.com.au/flo-tank-underground-water-tank/
4,5 https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/products/stormbrixx-hd/
https://www.acostormbrixx.com.au/products/stormbrixx-sd/
6 https://www.rainsmartsolutions.com/ellipse_tank_modules
7 https://www.iglube.com.au/
https://www.iglube.com.au/s/a4-leaflets-6kinds_v1.pdf