British Precast Drainage Association

The British Precast Drainage Association (BPDA) is formed from the integration of the Concrete Pipeline Systems Association (CPSA) and the Box Culvert Association (BCA) and takes its place as one of the specialist product groups within the British Precast Concrete Federation.Concrete drainage systems have been the material of choice for over a century and remain the most environmentally friendly and competitive installed option today. Compared to other drainage materials, concrete provides a wide range of designs which can lead to:Substantial installed cost savingsFaster installationLower environmental impactThere is a growing demand for Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS). Concrete can offer many advantages for proprietary SuDS components and systems. With legislation highlighting the need for effective operation over the lifetime of the development, concrete provides proven long-term performance. The British Precast Drainage Association offers useful information and case studies on SuDS.