Side-Hung Door – AQUIKO Flap Valve Non-Return Solution

The AQUIKO Side-Hung Door is designed for high-performance non-return protection while maintaining fish-friendly passage and minimal maintenance. Manufactured in the UK and available in HDPE and stainless steel 316, this side-hung flap valve offers reliable operation, lightweight installation, and suitability for both flood-defence and drainage applications — making it a top choice for contractors and resellers seeking standardised stock lines with flexible capabilities.

Key Features & Benefits

• UK manufactured to ensure quality control, rapid supply and trusted performance.

• Material options include HDPE and stainless steel 316 for lightweight installation and optimum corrosion resistance.

• Supports fish migration — side-hung hinged design aligns with best practice for eel and fish passage.

• Simple installation — typically mounted to a bespoke frame or bolted using resin anchors with no grouting required.

• Minimal maintenance — self-lubricating hinges, no greasing needed and designed for long service life.

• Ideal for contractors and resellers due to robust specification, stock-ready options and UK availability.

Technical Specification Snapshot

• Material Options: HDPE or Stainless Steel 316

• Size Range: Available in a wide range to suit bespoke requirements (please inquire)

• Operation: Side-hung flap hinged door — opens and closes with flow pressure, full free flow when open

• Mounting: Mounted on headwalls or structural walls, typically using resin anchors (no grouting required)

• Maintenance: Occasional visual inspection only; self-lubricating hinges eliminate greasing intervals

Typical Applications

The AQUIKO Side-Hung Door is especially well suited for:

• Outfalls, culverts and headwalls requiring both non-return protection and fish passage

• Flood-defence installations where back-flow prevention is critical but migration of aquatic life must be accommodated

• Drainage and wastewater systems needing reliable door-style non-return valves

• Contractor stock lines and reseller portfolios needing standardised, flexible non-return solutions

Why Choose AQUIKO Side-Hung Doors

When you specify AQUIKO you get:

• UK manufacture — ensuring faster lead-times, local support and streamlined logistics

• Quality materials — HDPE for lightweight corrosion resistance; stainless steel 316 for aggressive environments

• Stock availability — standard options ready for dispatch, with capability for bespoke sizes and specification

• Technical expertise — full drawings, data sheets, installation advice and support for both contractors and resellers

• Comprehensive product range — including wall-mounted, pipe-mounted and custom flap valves alongside our side-hung doors

Ordering & Availability

Standard sizes or commonly-specified options are held for immediate dispatch across the UK, giving contractors confidence in supply and resellers the ability to manage stock efficiently. Bespoke dimensions, mounting frames or special materials are available on request. To order: please specify your opening width/height, head-flow or back-flow conditions, mounting wall or frame detail, and any material preference.

Related Products You May Be Interested In

• Wall-Mounted Flap Valve – for simple wall-face non-return installations

• Pipe-Mounted Flap Valve – for inline pipeline non-return protection

• Square / Custom Flap Valves – bespoke sizes, materials and configurations

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Talk to Our Team

Need help specifying the correct side-hung door for your project, or want to add this solution into your reseller portfolio?
01777 819 734
info@aquiko.co.uk