SMART DRAIN™ uses a revolutionary new technology to whisk water away from saturated Soils. Unlike other drainage systems which rely solely on head pressure and gravity, SMART DRAIN™ uses capillary action to actually lift water into its micro channels.

The SMART DRAIN™ belting is placed with its micro channel inlets facing downward so that particulate matter will not drop into the channels. When the micro channels start lifting the water into the cavities, dirt and pebbles are not lifted with them. Moreover, the micro channels are wider that the inlet slits in the belting, thus preventing particles that would block the channels from entering even though the inlet slits compromise greater than 20% of the surface area on the inlet side. Whereas gravity helps to clog traditional perforated pipe, gravity actually helps SMART DRAIN™ separate the water from the soil. Any fine sediment that enters the channels with the water will quickly drop out as the water makes its way to the collection pipes. This is the secret that makes SMART DRAIN™ last so long, the separating action extends the working life of the belting indefinitely.

The second major innovation that SMART DRAIN™ utilizes is siphon action. Much like a straw the micro channels create a powerful sucking force when placed at an angle. The drain belting is inserted into the collection pipes at a downward angle creating the siphoning action along the micro channels. While the capillary action lifts water into the channels, the siphon action moves it down the micro channels into the collection pipes. The higher the angle of descent, the greater the siphoning action becomes.

Unlike perforated pipe, SMART DRAIN™ works in any soil. Although some aggregate like sand can help, SMART DRAIN™ doesn't need aggregate to make it last, thus reducing the costs of installation. Coupled with its durability, SMART DRAIN™ truly becomes the low cost and best working option for your drainage needs.