Neptune solutions brochure may 2017

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10 Pole Lane Failsworth Website :www.neptunesolutions.co.uk
Manchester Number: +44 0754 109 2111
M35 9PB Email : hello@neptunesolutions.co.uk
Neptune Solutions
Brochure
May 2017

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About Neptune Solutions
Welcome
The Neptune System offers the first modular systems in the world to support water and
other fluid management projects The system has been developed by Neptune Solutions
Group and consists of multiple interlocking units which provide bespoke robust
constructions able to control, manage and withstand the forces created by large volumes of
water both static and active.
The barrier systems are constructed in form of a continuous wall against flood water which
has high volume and speed. Due to the ease of the installation the systems can be installed
on temporary or permanent bases. The barriers do not require large storage areas,
because they can be stored as sub-assemblies or stacked on top of each other.
This brochure outlines the technical and commercial aspects of the system and details the
installation, construction and cost advantages of the system compared to market
alternatives. Additional information is also available through registering to receive the
newsletter via the website and through various links to social network sites listed below.
Neptune Solutions was founded in March 2014 by Mike Mulvihill. Mike is a technical
structural engineer who first set upon the idea following the tsunami that hit Thailand
back in 2004. He believed that there was another way to protect communities from
flooding without the big expense and environmental damage caused by conventional
products and has invested substantial thought, time and effort into adapting his
original idea into the innovative modular solution available today.
Over the next 10 years, alongside the “day job” Mike focused on refining the technical
aspects of the central Neptune System and whilst doing so he identified a range of
over 20 potential applications across industries as diverse as Construction, Water
Management and Infrastructure, Agriculture and others.
As the System has developed Mike has sought technical and academic support from
Dr Ali Albadri who has assisted in the design and application of the underlying
established engineering principles central to the system. In addition Dr Albadri has
designed and undertaken the actual physical testing and the theoretically modeled
tests on the prototypes all of which support the fact that Mike’s design is a valid and
innovative challenge to traditional concrete dominated alternatives.
Having secured an initial round of funding Mike has completed the construction and
installation of flood defence products (permanent and temporary) as shown on the
front cover and has recently completed a holding tank installation alongside. These
three products are the current focus for Neptune and these areas will be used to
prove the design in a commercial arena prior to expanding the product range over
time.

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The Current Solutions
Current long term barrier solution available are from 1 – 10 Meters in height.
1. Concrete 2. Sheet Piles 3 Gabion Baskets
Whilst the above have provided solid solutions to date there are a number of limitations
regarding application, siting, installation times, excavation impact and costs as well as
numerous construction weaknesses:
Diagram above shows sheet piling failure. * Diagram above shows gabion basket failure

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Advantages of the Neptune System
Neptune
System offers:
Structural
integrity
Low installation
costs
Ease and speed
of installation
Reliable
Flexible design
& versatile
application
Enviromentally
friendly
Reduced carbon
footprint
Modular System
(DFMA)
Recyclable &
reusable
No concrete
required After sales care
and support
including
training for in-
house
installation

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The Neptune System:
Basic Construction
1. Surveying and scoping the site of work.
2. Conduct geological investigation to the ground.
3. Conduct review to utilities around the site and in the ground.
4. Produce the require engineering documents and drawings for site installation in line
with the CDM regulations.
5. Marking up the ground, establishing the locations for screw piles and the barriers.
6. Screwing the screw piles in the ground.
7. Building and constructing the legs for the barriers on top of the screw piles.
8. Building and constructing the sub-assemblies for each barrier.
Installation
The system requires very little ground preparations, It can be installed on any terrain
in any locations It is ideal for countries where concrete cannot be sourced.
The system is delivered on site on the back of an articulated wagon pre packed as 4
sub-assemblies. Helical piles are positioned. The 4 sub-assemblies are bolted
together using preset torque settings which requires minimum skill. The frame can
then be lifted into position on the helical piles which have been pre-installed. The
ancillaries can then be connected to the frame to complete.
Once the system is installed an independent surveyor will come to site to check and
confirm everything is ok.
Illustration on right:

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The Installation Process
Cladding
STEP 6:
This rubber membraneis
overlapped every 10+meters and
thepressureof water against the
framewill seal itself.
STEP 1:
Put 1st sub assembly into position
and bolt to helicalpiles.
STEP 2:
Slide the2nd Sub assembly into
sub assembly (1) then bolt
together to secure.
STEP 3:
Slide the3rd Sub assembly onto
thetop locking bracket of sub
assembly (2) and sub assembly 1
& 3 arebolted together using 1
single pin (This componentadjusts
to accommodateuneven ground)
STEP 4:
Oncetheassemblies havebeen
locked into position and thepin
put into placeyour framewilllook
like this.
STEP 5:
Thefinal process of installation is
to hang theRubber membraneon
to theframes likeso:
STEP 7:
Finished - Theframework can beadjustedin height by turning the
jacks.

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Cladding can be installed to the system for aesthetics and beautification. Different colours
and textures on the cladding available for customer requirements.
The cladding is UV protected but may fade after 35 years. This is to further protect the
system from weathering and other factors. The system can also be backfilled if needed.
Lifespan
The lifespan of the system depends on the customer requirements, Dependent on thickness
of galvanizing and if other coatings and cladding are used.
We estimate by using the galvanizing, two pack epoxy and clad that the system ill last up to
35 years.
Please see the chart below for estimated lifespan of galvanized steel in different
environments.
If the system is backfilled, cathodic protection can be used which increases the lifespan
further
135
75
100
60
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
LIFESPAN
Years
Lifespan
Sheet Piles Concrete NSS Un-Cladded NSS Cladded

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Areas the Neptune System Can be Deployed
As rivers overflow the Neptune System halts
the flow of water above ground and also
prevents the ingress of water as it seeps
down below the surface
This illustration represents marshy, boggy
ground where there is no solid foundation. The
Neptune System can easily be installed above
the water level.
Additional
Generate Electricity
Solar panels, wind & water turbines can be installed onto the system to generate its own
electricity. This can then be distributed to run substations keep, utilities companies cost
down to generate its own revenue.
Combined with an aqueduct and holding tank the electricity can be used to power the
pumps and electrical motorised systems.
The Rapid Response Team
The rapid response flood barrier solution is ideal for a fast & easy installation to areas which
are continuously being flooded and using long term flood barriers are not an option.
High risk flood areas are identified and monitored to determine when floods might occur.
When there is a high risk of flooding the rapid response, teams are allocated to such areas
to deploy the flood barriers.
Local communities and staff can be trained to install the system or Neptune's rapid
response team can install the system
The system is constructed of mild steel, protected with galvanizing and a 2 pack
epoxy resin (used in marine environments) A clad option is available to protect further
from weathering. Please see the cladding page for more information on clad options.

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Applications
The Flood Defence
Neptune Solutions retention device can be used for flood protection of communities,
residential and commercial properties. Each Flood barrier can be raised at a later date
if needed.
There are 3+ different designs of flood barrier
1. (Small) Low facing Flood protection for residential and commercial properties.
Ranging from 0.5 Meters – 1 Meter in height.
2. (Medium) High facing flood protection for residential and commercial
properties. Ranging from 1.5 Meters – 3 Meter in height.
3. (Large) Flood barrier for protecting communities from major flooding can be
manufactured to fit any height required from 3 meters +.
Other purposes may be used for:
 Coffer dams
 Coastal defences
 Temporary defences
 Railway flood protection

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Holding Tanks
Neptune Solutions retention device can be used to create a holding tank for liquid, oil & gas
storage.
1000 cubic meters – 2.5 million cubic meters
Other purposes may be used for:
 Aqueducts
 Silt traps
 Precipitation tanks
 Storm tanks
 Intervention tanks for temporary works.
 Wastewater treatment plant
 Fisheries
 Agricultural tanks

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Aqueducts
Neptune Solutions retention device can be used to create an aqueduct to move water
across land.
The aqueducts can be built to any size to allow movement of water.
The idea of the aqueduct is to be able to transfer water between villages where water
is scarce.
Solar panels and water turbines can be installed to the system to allow free electricity
to be generated and power the pumps required to keep the water flowing. The system
can be used on any terrain and can be designed to go over hills.
Using the aqueduct and holding tank you can create a water treatment facility and
store the fresh water for the towns and villages. All of this can be done without the
use of concrete so it is ideal for areas where concrete is not an option.
Aqueducts without Cladding Aqueducts with cladding, solar panels and
internal water and wind turbines

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Land Retention
Neptune Solutions retention device can be used for land slippages/slide prevention.
For example, the front face of the medium barrier can withstand 220 tones of
pressure. The bigger the barrier the more pressure it can withstand.
Ideal uses for
 Railway network to prevent disruptions to service due to landslides.
 Snow barriers.
 Prevents rocks from falling onto roads

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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Have the barrier systems been prototypes and built?
Yes, the systems have been built and prototyped. For Holding Tanks and Flood
defence products
2. How easy is the assembly?.
High skilled staff are not required to build the barriers. After short period of training
the staff can build the barriers quickly. 4.5m x 5.0m barrier takes 4-6 hours to build.
1.0m x 1.5m barrier takes 20-30minutes to build.
3. Is it easy to transport?
Yes, each barrier can be transported as a complete unit or four main sub-assemblies
which can be transported on a small lorry.
4. What is the relative costs in comparison to the conventional sheet piles or
concrete?
There is substantial costs saving in using the Neptune Solutions systems in
comparison to using conventional products like sheet piles and concrete. The cost
saving is more than 30- 25% in comparison to using sheet piles, and more than
30% in comparison of using concrete walls. These percentages might vary little bit
depending on the complexity of the project.
5. How does the system work as an interlock structure?
There are fill up plates between each two units. The fill ups are held by clamp plates
which hold the plate to the barrier next to it. The barriers with the plates can form a
continuous straight, curved or even angled walls.
6. Can you hide the structure of the barrier?
Yes, cladding is available to cover the barrier. It provides cosmetic look as well as
security.
7. Can the barrier be fitted in tight spaces?
Yes, the back horizontal span in the structure of the barrier can be shortened to suit
the available space.
8. Is the system completely sealed?
Yes, the system is water tight against leaks.
9. Is there a system/method for inspecting seals/joints construction?

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Yes, visual and hand check can be done easily on the seal and the barrier.
10. Can you build a tank from using the barriers?
Yes, you can build tanks of different sizes and shapes.
11. Can you build aqueducts from using the barriers?
Yes, you can build aqueducts with different sizes and shapes.
12. How do you seal the base of the tank?
Neptune Solutions has come up with a novel approach, it uses large and continuous
rubber seal in a shape of the required tank. The base and sides of the tanks are
supported with solid insulated layer.
13. Would the extreme temperatures cause problems to the modular approach of
the barriers?
No, the expansion and contractions of the wall of barriers are accommodated for by
leaving sufficient spaces between the barriers and fill ups.
14. Is there a typical assembly demonstration (time lapse video) available to
demonstrate construction sequence?
Yes, Neptune Solution provides full training to main and sub-contractors to erect the
system to the most efficient and effective ways.
15. What temporary supports are required?
Neptune Solution barrier systems do not require any temporary support systems,
unlike the concrete option.
16. Are sizes of the sections used repeatable? Or are theybespoke?
The section sizes which are used in building the barrier systems are conventional
sections available in the market.
17. What is the factory and site QC?
Neptune Solutions subject all its suppliers to stringent roles and guide lines to meet
the BS standards recommendations. All the suppliers have ISO 9005. Strick
inspection regime is implemented to ensure high product quality and control.
Certificates of Conformity are provided as part of the assurance package.
18. Is it true; Neptune Solutions systems will compete with the concrete option?
Depending on the complexity of the site, for sure Neptune Solutions systems do not

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require 29 days to become a solid structure. The largest barrier can take between
406hr to be erected.
19. Do the system require lifting machineries?
Depending on the size of the system, availability of lifting machines will shorten the
assembly time and make the process easy. However, the fact remains that all the
systems can be erected by hands of few personal, especially in difficult and aquod
locations.
20. What is the life span of the systems?
Depending on the requirements of the project, but typical life time is 75-100 years.
21. Will the systems require regular inspection and maintenance to retain the
rigidity?
No, applying cladding on the system will provide sufficient security. Neptune
Solutions has come up with a locking cladding system for this purpose. Planed
routine checks are useful. There is no way the system will lose it strength or rigidity.
22. What corrosion protection is available (both internal and external)?
All components and parts are coated with special galvanising layer to protect the
parts internal and external surfaces.
23. What is the costs of the tank using Neptune Solutions option comparing to the
concrete option?
The costs of erecting Neptune Solutions tanks is £200/m3
, while the concrete is
£500/m3
.
24. What are the typical lead times from paper to complete solution?
Depending on the complexity of the project, but Neptune Solution is committed to
deliver solutions and plans within the required milestones and time scales.
25. Does UV light cause any degradation to the seal?
Neptune Solutions has range of products which are used to meet the specifications
and demand of individual projects.
26. Do different systems vary in lead, assemble, and deconstruction?
Yes, and the time scales are mentioned in the points above.
27. How would you incorporate ancillaries in the tank?
All ancillaries can be accommodated for by providing special holes and windows in
the walls of the tank (in the barriers) without compromising the structure of the tank.

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Health and Safety
Our Health and Safety is at the very heart of our business and always will be. We are
dedicated to ensuring that the services and products we provide are the best
available. We are always active in implementing the highest standards and practices
to protect people. Our health and safety record bare witness to our portend approach
in protecting our labour force and people around us.
Contract Service
Our marketing and contracts department extends the level of service offered to our
clients by providing full subcontractdesign, supply and installation packages managed
by experienced, specialist in house engineers and site teams.
From our stores locations, we offer barrier systems of different sizes, providing quick, cost
effective barriers deployment.
Through our marketing and contracts department, we aim to work hand in hand with
our clients from feasibility through the tender process to contract and completion
providing tailored innovative solutions that regularly contribute to the success of a
tender.
By providing a complete turnkey solution for works requirements we have established
ourselves as a market leader in the UK. We are able to reduce our clients commercial
and practical risks giving cost certainty and total peace of mind.
Engineering Service
Our innovation and engineering department provides expert technical support to you
throughout the UK, on a diverse range of projects.
Our engineers are happy to work in close conjunction with you and your teams, on
projects that are more intricate than average or perhaps are on a larger scale. These
projects can range from relatively small to highly bespoke solutions on unusual
projects.
Each area in the UK can have its own specific working requirements such as unique
ground conditions. Our engineering teams are based throughout the UK and have
built up a detailed working knowledge of their local environment and bring this extra
experience to each project they work on.
The system can be bought or hired to suit requirements and demands of markets and
customers. They can be delivered to any spot in the UK and around the world in a record
time

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Our supports are continuous, our website has been constructed to give 24/7 service
to product information. Our engineers are available for any consultation, whether it is
small or large. Their objective is to provide the best service to customers, by helping
them in their projects and problems.
We look forward to meeting with you and hopefully working with you in the future.
If you would like to find out more about Neptune Solutions including technical loadings, risk
assessments, business plans email.
hello@neptunesolutions.co.uk
To stay in contact please contact us via any of the following channels:
Website : www.neptunesolutions.co.uk
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mulvihill-72985097/
Twitter : https://twitter.com/MichaelMulvihi2?lang=en-gb
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