Section 4: Installation
Installation Procedures
2018 Insta-Berm (Frame) Operations Manual
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Section 4: Installation
Installation Procedures
Selecting a Site
The frame-supported Insta-Berm system may be installed on asphalt, concrete, sand or soil if the surface is
well groomed and level. The site selected must be free of rocks, sticks and other debris that may damage
the floor of the berm.
Select a site approximately 6’ (1.8m) larger in each direction then the overall berm size (see
Section 7:
Specifications and Parts
for overall dimensions). For best operating conditions, the slope of the site selected
should not exceed one degree in any direction. Any slope will reduce the capacity of the berm. However,
if the site has a slope in only one direction, it can result in better draining of the berm.
Preparing the Site
The surface of the ground should be smooth and firm. If the berm is to be installed on a paved surface, the
surface should be swept clean before installation. Sharp gravel on top of a hard surface may puncture the
berm.
Select a site (maximum slope one degree).
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Important Note
SEI recommends consulting a soils engineer to determine soil composition. A soils engineer can
also determine if the soil is stable enough to support the weight of the berm and any objects inside
the berm.