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Geberit Terrain products are backed by a
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every one of Geberit Terrain’s five rainwater design guidance on all aspects of above and
drainage systems will surpass your below ground drainage. Telephone 01622
requirements, whatever the installation 717811.
you’re specifying.
Planning and development stage
Large or small; residential or commercial;
The technical services available to help you
in the public sector or as part of an industrial
at this stage include:
development, in terms of both capacity and
design aesthetics the Geberit Terrain range - Drainage system design, including
of products is impossible to beat. detailed drawings;
- Specification, product scheduling
Each Geberit Terrain system (Crescent, and estimating;
Corniche, Streamline, Rapidflow and Omega) - CAD drawings, products and
comprises fully integrated gutter and application details on disk. If you’d
downpipe assemblies as well as outlets for like a disk or CD ROM in the
balconies and flat roofs, and includes all the appropriate format, simply contact
fittings and accessories needed for easy the Technical Advisory Service.
installation. - Design and production of bespoke
fittings to meet specific application
Every component is manufactured, in both requirements.
design and technical specification, to the - NBS Specification clauses available.
stringent standards of Geberit, the European
The Geberit Terrain Fabrication Service
leader in sanitary systems and plastic
helps specifiers and contractors overcome
plumbing technology.
problems both at the design stage, and on
site. The Service can provide solutions to
With its Terrain systems, Geberit continues
even the most demanding problems by
its history of offering innovative drainage
fabricating special components to order.
products and equipment manufactured to
meet it’s customers most exacting demands.

crescent
corniche
streamline
rapidflow
omega
roof outlets
balcony outlets 1
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Project assistance during planning European Standard and where applicable introduction 1
and on site certified to British Standard.
- BS 4576 Half Round Rainwater systems
Trained staff throughout the UK are available (Standard only applied to 2100 series)
features and benefits 3
to demonstrate products and to provide - EN 607 Eaves Gutters and Fittings
design assistance at clients’ offices. They made from PVC-U
can also offer valuable advice to resolve - EN 1462 Brackets for Eaves Gutters
installation and maintenance problems, and - EN 12200 Plastic rainwater piping for system selector 5
are always available to address issues on above ground external use - PVC-U
site. For prompt assistance, please contact
the Geberit Technical Services Department Availability
on 01622 717811. For details of a wide range of stockists, 2100 crescent 7
please contact Geberit Terrain Customer
What you’re specifying Services on 0700 4323748.
2200 corniche 8
Compatibility www.geberit.co.uk
All Geberit Terrain rainwater systems are
fully compatible with Geberit Terrain soil,
2300 streamline 9
waste and underground drainage systems.
This makes it simple to design, obtain and
implement integrated above and below-
ground drainage from a single source with 2400 rapidflow 10
complete confidence.

Materials
2500 omega 11
Geberit Terrain leads the industry in advanced
PVC-U manufacture using the latest machinery.
Gutters, downpipes and fittings are all
manufactured in PVC-U, systems are available roof and balcony outlets 12
in black, white, rustic brown and grey. Omega
and Streamline are available in black, white
and rustic brown. Roof and balcony outlets
are available in grey. All product colours are design principles 13
specified in the Product Price Guide.

Quality and assurance flow load calculations 13

Geberit is accredited to BS EN ISO
9001:2000 Management Systems.
All systems are manufactured to the relevant
fixing and connections 14

Other Rainwater literature also available from Geberit Ltd.

■ Product and Price Guide
■ Installation Guide

Other innovative products available within the Geberit Ltd. product portfolio include:
■ Geberit Terrain UPVC & HDPE soil, waste and underground drainage systems
■ Geberit Mepla water supply
■ Geberit Syphonic roof drainage systems
■ Geberit Duofix wall hung sanitaryware installation systems, WC and urinal
flushing systems, electronic washroom solutions and shower toilets

Please call 0700 4323748 or visit www.geberit.co.uk for more information.

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geberit terrain features and benefits

It is critical when designing rainwater systems Actual Colour Specification

to consider the area of the roof to be drained.

Geberit Terrain rainwater systems are

designed to dispose of surface water from
most types of buildings with maximum
possible efficiency. Black White Rustic Brown Grey

The systems offer the most hydraulically

efficient and versatile fittings available,
Gutter Systems
Available in grey, white, black, and rustic
designed for purpose and unsurpassed
brown. (Omega and Streamline available in
for quality.
black, white and rustic brown only.)
Once the roof area and nature of the project
have been assessed and considered, the Downpipe Systems
building can usually be defined as either Available in grey, white, black and rustic brown.
domestic or commercial/large, and the
selection of the most suitable Geberit Terrain
system is then usually straightforward.

Of the five Geberit Terrain systems, two have All screwpoints are located
rounded profiles (one high capacity and one outside of the wet area.
domestic), two rectilinear profiles (one high
capacity and one domestic), while one offers
a distinctive ogee profile guttering.

2100 Crescent - True half-round profile

2200 Corniche - Rectilinear profile

2300 Streamline - Square profile

high-capacity system

2400 Rapidflow - Elliptical profile high

capacity system

2500 Omega - Ogee profiled system

2100 crescent An innovative, simple to use clip

2200 corniche fastening mechanism ensures the

integrity of the system as well as
ease of installation.

2300 streamline
2400 rapidflow
2500 omega
roof outlets
balcony outlets 3
 Hydrodynamic shoulders on all running
outlets ensure maximum capacity.

Deep elastomeric seals, held captive

in integrally moulded grooves,
make for a permanent joint.

Dry jointed spigot and socket system

ensures a leak-free downpipe system.

Smooth bore maximises flow capacity

and minimises risk of blockage.

Expansion gaps are clearly marked

on all joint fittings to simplify
correct installation.

Downpipe clips to suit any installation,

designed with sight holes to allow the
contractor to install to the expansion
gap required and also conceal the cut
Unique clipping mechanism controls end of a length of pipe.
thermal movements at joints.

Multi-directional rainwater shoe (68mm round).

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system planning system selector

gutters
gutters downpipes
downpipes
2100 2200 2300 2400 2500 68mm 62mm 75mm 82mm 110 mm
crescent corniche streamline rapidflow omega round square square round round
downpipe gutter
options suitability

68 mm ■ ■ ■ ■ 2100 ■
round crescent
62mm ■ ■* ■ 2200 ■* ■
square corniche
75mm ■ 2300 ■* ■ ■ ■
square streamline
82mm ■ ■ 2400 ■ ■
round rapidflow
110mm ■ 2500 ■ ■
round omega
key key
component component
options options

stop end ■ ■ ■ ■ 921/2 ■ ■ ■ ■

outlet bend
gutter angle ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1121/2 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
90º bend
gutter angle ■ ■ 1121/2 long ■ ■
120º radius bend
gutter angle ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 135º ■ ■
135º bend
single ■ ■ ■ † ■ ■
branch
gutter
adaptors double ■ † ■ † ■
to branch
41/2” CI ■ ■ wall ■ ■
spigot offset

41/2” CI pipe and ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

■ ■ fitting clip
socket
drive-in ■
41/2” Ogee ■ ■ ■ pipe clip
CI spigot
adjustable ■ ■ ■ ■
41/4” Ogee pipe clip
■ ■ ■
CI socket

Other PVC-U ■ ■† ■† ■ ■†
Manufacturers

Marley ■†
Deepflow

nb other adaptors available on request

colour

grey ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

black ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

white ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

rustic ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

bracket fixings - available for side and top rafter fixing.

Rise and fall drive in brackets also available
*Adaptor required
† Special fitting (Prefab)

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outlets
balcony outlets
roof
2172.3 2174.3 2170.3 2180.3 2171.3 2181.3 2171.34 2171.3
screed asphalt large small domed domed vent pipe inverted
finish finish (large) (small) outlet roof outlet
downpipe
options

68 mm ■ ■
round
* *
62mm ■ ■
square * *
75mm
square
82mm ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
round
110mm ■ ■ ■ ■
round

application

balconies ■ ■

small ■ ■ ■
balconies

porches ■ ■ ■

garages ■ ■ ■

flat roofs ■ ■
general

flat roofs ■
combined

flat roofs ■
inverted

surface
finish
compatibility

screed ■

asphalt ■ ■ ■ ■

mineral felt ■ ■

single layer ■ ■
plastic

general roof ■ ■
finish

*With adaptor 2173.3.25

For large roof areas - (over 1000m2) use Geberit Syphonic Roof Drainage Systems, please see separate catalogue.

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2100
crescent 110 mm gutter

true half-round rainwater

system

half-round geometric gutter

profile (110mm) offers maximum
capacity while retaining classic
lines and proportions

capacity of 2.54 litres/second

per outlet

capable of draining roof areas

up to 122m2 with a single
downpipe

ideal for houses, smaller

commercial buildings and
offices

available in grey, black, white

and rustic brown

co-ordinating 68mm round

downpipe

all fittings manufactured to

BS 4576

68mm Downpipe

A B T A T
110 55 2.2 68 1.8
A
A
B
T

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2200
corniche 120 mm gutter

stylish lowline, rectilinear gutter

system

square gutter profile (120mm)

offers maximum capacity while
enhancing the lines of the
building

capacity of 3.11 litres/second

per outlet

capable of draining roof areas

up to 149m2 with a single
downpipe

high flow capacity requiring

fewer downpipes

ideal for the more distinctive

house as well as for bungalows,
conservatories and Georgian
style houses

available in grey, black, white

and rustic brown

co-ordinating 62mm square

downpipe

all fittings manufactured to

EN 607

68mm Downpipe 62mm Downpipe

A B T A T A T
120 51 2.2 68 1.8 62 1.8
A A
A

T
B

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2300
streamline 137mm gutter

versatile and robust high

capacity, rectilinear profile,
gutter system with outstanding
volume removal rate

rectilinear square gutter profile

(137mm) offers maximum
capacity while enhancing the
lines of the building

capacity of 6.11 litres/second

per outlet

capable of draining roof areas

up to 294m2 with a single
downpipe

ideal for commercial properties

as well as for larger houses

available in black, white and

rustic brown

three downpipe options:

75mm square, 82mm round
and 110mm round

adaptor to 62mm square

downpipe also available

all fittings manufactured to

EN 607

75mm Downpipe 82mm Downpipe 110mm Downpipe

A B T A T A T A T
137 73 2.5 75 2.0 82 2.0 110 3.2
A A A
A

B
T

T
T

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2400
rapidflow 131mm gutter

elegant and compact, elliptical

profile gutter system giving
outstanding all-round
performance

elliptical, deep flow, gutter

profile (131mm) offers maximum
capacity

capacity of 5.53 litres/second

per outlet

capable of draining roof areas

up to 266m2 with a single
downpipe

ideal for larger houses and

commercial properties

available in grey, black, white

and rustic brown

two downpipe options:

68mm round
82mm round

all fittings manufactured to

EN 607

68mm Downpipe 82mm Downpipe

A B T A T A T
131 82 2.5 68 1.8 82 2.0
A A
A

B
T

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2500
omega 122mm gutter

aesthetically pleasing ogee

profile 122mm gutter system
with outstanding practical
features:

flat-backed profile for compact

fit against fascias

overslung brackets fit over the

gutter to avoid disrupting the
line of the profile

ideal for the more distinctive

house as well as for bungalows,
conservatories and Georgian
style houses

left and right finishes, internal

and external angles

capacity of 5.04 litres/second

capable of draining roof areas

up to 242m2 with a single
downpipe

available in black, white and

rustic brown

option of square or round

downpipe

all fittings manufactured to

EN 607

68mm Downpipe 62mm Downpipe

A B T A T A T
122 72 2.5 68 1.8 62 1.8
A A
A

B
T

T T

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roof and balcony outlets

outlets for all flat roof & balcony
structures and drain/vent
systems

outlets for combined systems

and inverted roof construction

balcony outlets for screed and

asphalt finish

roof outlets pipe connections:

82mm or 110mm round

balcony outlets downpipe

options: 68mm round or
62mm square

for large roof areas use Geberit

Syphonic Roof Drainage Systems
(see separate catalogue)

Roof outlet flow load: calculation method ROOF OUTLET SIZE FLOW CAPACITY litre/sec Head of water at outlet
For a flat roof (i.e. a roof with a pitch less than 10°), the effective roof part number 30mm 50mm 100mm

area = the plan area of the relevant part of the roof. 2180.2 50 0.88 1.18 1.78
To calculate flow in litres/second for 75mm/hour rainfall intensity: 2180.3 82 2.12 2.52 3.21
i. Measure plan area of roof served by each outlet (square metres) 2181.2 50 2.00 2.27 2.69
ii. Multiply area by 0.0208 to obtain flow (litres/second) 2181.3 82 2.10 4.89 7.22
NOTE: See Code of Practice BS EN 12056-3:2000 for full details 2170.3 82 9.18 11.08 13.67
2170.4 110 9.29 14.11 18.22
Roof outlets flow data 2171.3 82 4.94 9.24 16.64
The flow rates listed have been established by independent testing
2171.4 110 5.17 9.95 24.18
carried out by the Rainwater Drainage Design Company using facilities
at the Hydraulics laboratory of Salford University. Basis: Figures based on 75mm per hour rainfall intensity

NOTE: BS EN 12056-3:2000 section NE.2.10.3 states that traditionally, on roofs set to falls, water depths of up to 35mm around outlets have been acceptable.
If the outlet is recessed with a gutter or sump box an increased head will be achieved with a corresponding increase in flow capacity.

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system planning design principles flow load calculations

Sizing of rainwater installations system for flat roofs or roofs protected from
There is an approved BS EN method for the the wind by adjacent buildings. However, the
calculation of roof flow load, and the following wind and the roof slope can have the effect
general guidelines and assumptions on sizing of increasing the roof flow load for unprotected
of rainwater installations are based on this. pitched roofs. This is allowed for in the ‘BS
For detailed guidance on a particular project, EN 12056-3:2000’ calculation method by
please refer to ‘BS EN 12056-3:2000 Gravity adding half the rise to the roof span.
Drainage Systems Inside Buildings - Roof
Drainage, Layout and Calculations’, or Roof Flow Load: How to calculate it
contact Geberit Technical Services on 01622 There are two factors to consider when
717811. calculating flow. Position A
i) The area to be drained, or ‘effective
Rainfall roof area’; and
In the UK, it is generally satisfactory for eaves ii) The intensity of rainfall.
gutters to be designed for a rainfall intensity
For the intensity of rainfall you should
of 75mm/hr. The predicted frequency of
assume 75mm/hour except for enclosed
storms producing intensities of 75mm/hr is
areas such as lightwells and flat roofs.
low, with just one 2 minute duration fall of
such intensity anticipated each year.
Effective Roof Area
Effective Roof Area can be calculated using
A good factor of safety is therefore built into
the following formula, as illustrated in fig 1.
any design using these values. However,
ERA (m2) =(W + H/2) x L (Fig. 1)
when designing for closed areas such as
lightwells, flat roofs or similar the rainfall KEY:
intensity value allowed for should be increased. ERA = Effective Roof Area (square metres)
Again, please refer to ‘BS EN 12056-3:2000’ W = horizontal span of roof slope (metres)
H/2 = half vertical rise between eaves Position B
Snow
and ridge (metres)
‘BS EN 12056-3:2000’ sets out (Section
NB4) design requirements for snow which L = gutter length (metres)
should be taken into account. In areas where
Calculating the actual flow
high snow loads are common, or where
Once you have calculated the ERA, for
smooth roofing surfaces are used, gutter
75mm/hour rainfall intensity
support brackets should be fixed at a
maximum of 800mm centres. FLOW (litres/second) = ERA (m2) x 0.0208

Wind For other rainfall intensities

There is no requirement to allow for the FLOW = ERA (m2) x rainfall intensity
effect of wind when designing a rainwater (mm/hour) / 3600 = litres/second
W

H
L

90º

Position C

Basis: Figures based on 75mm

per hour rainfall intensity

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fixings and connections

Downpipe Level gutter Gutter 1:350 fall Fixing centres and expansion joints
Size/Type (mm) Area (m2) Flow (l/s) Area (m2) Flow (l/s)
Applicable to all Geberit Terrain gutter systems and downpipe
2100 crescent assemblies.
68 round 46 0.96 61 1.27 Maximum 4.0 metres
between expansion Joints
2200 corniche
11mm gap
62 square 53 1.10 72 1.50
2300 streamline
75 square
123 2.56 147 3.06 Maximum
82 and 110 round
1 metre
2400 rapidflow Maximum distance between:
68 and 82 round 105 2.19 133 2.77 Gutter support brackets* : 1 metre*
Gutter expansion joints : 4 metres
2500 omega 10 mm
Pipe fixing clips : 2 metres
expansion
62 square 96 2.00 121 2.52 gap
Pipe expansion joints : 5.5 metres
68 round
* NOTE: Support centres for gutters
Maximum
subject to risk of heavy snow fall
2.0 m pipe
should be reduced to 800 mm (max)
2100 crescent supports

68 round 37 0.77 49 1.02

2200 corniche
Maximum
62 square 42 0.87 58 1.21 5.5 m
between
2300 streamline expansion
joints
75 square
103 2.14 123 2.56
82 and 110 round
2400 rapidflow
68 and 82 round 86 1.79 109 2.27 Connector
Engraved
Sight Moulded
2500 omega line
10mm
62 square 77 1.60 97 2.02
expansion
gap
68 round 11 mm gap
Pipe & Fitting Clip

For roof outlets

2100 crescent
68 round 92 1.91 122 2.54 Applicable to: 82 mm and
110 mm circular pipework
2200 corniche used with roof outlets
62 square 113 2.36 149 3.11
2300 streamline Maximum distance between: Fit expansion 12mm
coupling immediatly expansion
Vertical pipe fixing clips : gap
75 square 241 5.02 286 5.96 under roof outlet
2 metres 140 Pipe Fixing Clip
82 round 242 5.04 286 5.96 111 Expansion
Pipe expansion joints† : coupling
110 round 242 5.04 294 6.11 Maximum
4 metres† Anchor coupling 2.0m
between
2400 rapidflow with 140 Pipe
Fixing Clip to supports
prevent upthrust Maximum 4.0m
68 and 82 round 210 4.38 266 5.53
† NOTE: Anchor expansion due to thermal between expansion
expansion from 12mm
2500 omega couplings with 140 Pipe breaking joint
between outlet
Expansion
coupling
Fixing Clip to prevent thermal and roof finish
62 square 192 4.00 242 5.04 expansion upthrust from
68 round
rupturing joint between roof
outlet and finish.

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Other Rainwater literature also available from Geberit Ltd.
■ Product and Price Guide
■ Installation Guide

Other innovative products available within the Geberit Ltd. product portfolio include:
■ Geberit Terrain UPVC & HDPE soil, waste and underground drainage systems
■ Geberit Mepla water supply
■ Geberit Syphonic roof drainage systems
■ Geberit Duofix wall hung sanitaryware installation systems, WC and urinal
flushing systems, electronic washroom solutions and shower toilets

Please call 0700 4323748 or visit www.geberit.co.uk for more information.

Geberit Ltd.
New Hythe Business Park Tel: +44 (0)1622 717811
New Hythe Lane Fax: +44 (0)1622 716920 Registered office as postal address
Aylesford, Kent ME20 7PJ www.geberit.co.uk Registration Number 761885