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Water Resource Management

Current studies in geoscience and earth science looks at the processes that shape the earth’s surface, natural resources and how water and ecosystems are interconnected. As well as the effects these have caused in the past, present and what changes may need to be implemented for the future.

The Armfield Ltd FEL and S Series – These range of products offers both laboratory and field-learning opportunities. It also introduces such diverse topics as crop water requirements, erosion, soil moisture content, ground water flow, plant water need and sprinkler irrigation systems.

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S6-MKIII Teaching Flume

The S6-MKIII laboratory flow channel is one of the most important tools available to the hydraulics or civil engineer whether engaged in teaching basic principles or researching solutions to practical problems. Developed during 30 years of continuous production, examples are installed in educational and research establishments throughout the world.


The flumes are assembled from modular sections of 2.5m length to suit the application, short versions for basic investigations and longer versions for investigations of gradually varied flow profiles with non-uniform channel flow.

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Armfield Research Flumes

Water engineering research continues to be paramount in areas such as coastal research, environmental modelling, sediment transportation and irrigation studies. For over 50 years, Armfield have been designing and supplying open channel facilities (also referred to as flumes) to hydraulic laboratories throughout the world.

Our brochure presents the standard range of channels/flumes available from Armfield for teaching and research purposes. Bespoke sizes and layouts to suit specific design criteria can be produced and the Armfield engineering team work closely with our customers to make sure the brief, deadline and installation designs are fully met.

All our flumes are supplied under the guidance of the Armfield professional service team who will oversee the transportation, installation, commissioning and training on site.