ETC Pask Permeameter Kit

Comparison of the ETC Pask Permeameter to the Guelph Permeameter

The ETC Pask Permeameter is constant head well permeameter designed and manufacture by Dynamic Monitors. It can be used to determine the field saturated hydraulic conductivity (Kfs) or the T time or percolation time (perc time) of soil or other porous media. Although the instrument has some limitations compared to more expensive alternatives such as the Guelph […]

Comparison of the Falling Head Permeameter to the Pask Permeameter

                The ETC Simplified Falling Head Permeameter Kit is based on the device and methodology outlined in the Nova Scotia Onsite Technical Guidelines. ETC has prepared a user-friendly kit and guide which can be used in the field, or in the lab. The ETC Pask Permeameter is constant head well permeameter designed and […]

New Expression Relating Kfs to Perc Time From a Perc Test

Perc Test Outdated The Percolation Test (PT) rate of fall or “Perc Time” is still used in many jurisdictions to determine suitability for onsite sewage disposal or for sizing of soil absorption systems (drainfields) and stormwater infiltration BMPs. It has been understood for some time, that Perc Time is not ideal because it is not just a […]

Hydrotek Valve & IVM6000 Monitor Details for Freezing Climates

Click here for suggested Hydrotek valve and monitor details for freezing climates. For a suggested detail for moderate climates, refer to alternate drawing D6-003. Please contact kelly@dynamicmonitors.com if you would like to receive AutoCAD versions of these details to use in your own project drawings. D6-001-Winterized-Hydrotek-Valve-&-Monitor-Detail-Updated

Hydrotek Valve & IVM6000 Monitor Details for Moderate (non-freezing) Climates

Click here for engineering details for using the IVM6000 Valve Monitor with Hydrotek valves in moderate climates. For a suggested detail for freezing climates, refer to alternate drawing D6-001. D6-003-Hydrotek-Valve-&-Monitor-Detail-Updated Please contact kelly@dynamicmonitors.com if you would like to receive AutoCAD versions of these details to use in your own project drawings.  

IVM6000-LP Quick Start Guide

Download the latest version of the IVM6000-LP Quick Start Guide by clicking on the link or image below. Please note: If the pictures in the document do not show up or it otherwise does not load correctly, you may need to update your PDF viewer (eg. Adobe Reader) to a more recent version. IVM6000-LP Quick […]