Aquabox was engineered for a fast and easy manual setup. Thanks to its snap-fit locking system and 10 kg weight, it can be installed even by inexperienced workers. Here is a beginner’s guide on building an Aquabox rainwater basin in 7 easy steps, based on our recent project in the coastal town of Punta Ala, Italy.

 

 

Step 1 – Make the bedding

Dig a trench and level the soil. Line it with geotextile (for infiltration basins) and, if needed, geomembrane and 2nd layer of geotextile (for retention and reuse).

 

 

Step 2 – Unload the pallets

Aquabox is delivered stacked for easier transportation. Each pallet carries 80 half-elements or 40 modules.

 

 

Step 3 – Make the modules

Unpack the pallets and join the half-elements together to create Aquabox modules.

 

 

Step 4 – Place the modules

Assemble the basin by placing the modules and locking them together with red connectors.

 

 

Step 5 – Place the grid

Close the basin by placing sidewall and top grids.

 

Step 6 – Cover the basin

Cover the basin with geotextile. Seal it with a geomembrane and 2nd layer of geotextile, if needed. Cover with soil.

 

 

Step 7 – Enjoy

Enjoy the great rainwater management from your new Aquabox basin.