Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Railway Drainage Specialists Stoke on Trent
Established in 1995, Super Rod has built a reputation as a leading specialist in railway drainage solutions. As part of the Super Rod Group, we have held a Network Rail Tier 1 contract since 2003, delivering comprehensive drainage services across the UK. Our expertise spans culvert clearance, high-pressure water jetting, and CCTV drain surveys, supported by a fleet of specialist road rail vehicles. With over 35 years of combined industry experience, our PTS-certified team operates in compliance with rigorous safety standards, including RISQS accreditation and a 5-star health and safety management system. We provide both reactive and preventative maintenance, serving railway infrastructure, commercial properties, and domestic clients.Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through the development of bespoke drainage machinery, including Mercedes Unimogs equipped with vactor removal and jetting attachments. Holding a Plant Operating Scheme (POS) licence, we offer fully trained safety-critical staff and machine controllers. Our capabilities extend to emergency 24/7 response, excavation, drain relining, and topological surveys. As an approved Network Rail supplier, we combine technical expertise with operational flexibility to address complex drainage challenges nationwide.
Services
Railway Drainage
High Pressure Water Jetting
Culvert Clearance
CCTV Drain Surveys
Emergency Drain Clearance
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 35+ years combined experience in railway drainage solutions
- Network Rail Tier 1 contractors since 2003
- POS licensed with safety-critical personnel and machine controllers
- 24/7 emergency response with dedicated drainage fleet
- CCTV drain mapping and condition reporting capabilities
Associations and certifications
- RISQS
- Network Rail Approved Supplier
- Plant Operators Scheme Licence (POS)
Services
Railway Drainage
Specialist railway drainage solutions using road rail vehicles equipped with high-pressure water jetting and vactor removal systems. Our Network Rail-approved team clears catchpits, culverts, and trackside drainage across the UK. Services include CCTV surveys, emergency clearance, and preventative maintenance to prevent flooding and infrastructure damage.
High Pressure Water Jetting
High-pressure water jetting services for railway and commercial drainage systems. Our 2000psi equipment clears blockages in pipes, culverts, and catchpits without chemical use. Available as standalone service or combined with vactor removal for comprehensive drainage maintenance.
CCTV Drain Surveys
CCTV inspection services for railway and commercial drainage systems. Using Scan Prove and Proteus equipment, we survey drains from 100mm to 2000mm diameter. Provides detailed condition reports, asset mapping, and Type 2 build-over reports for local authority submissions.
Culvert Clearance
Specialist culvert clearance using road rail vehicles with vactor removal and jetting attachments. Addresses blockages in railway under-track drainage systems. Includes debris removal, root cutting, and silt trap cleaning to restore water flow and prevent track bed flooding.
Emergency Drain Clearance
24-hour emergency drainage service for railway and commercial clients. Rapid response within two hours using fully equipped vans and road rail vehicles. Handles urgent blockages, flooding incidents, and safety-critical drainage failures on railway infrastructure and industrial sites.
People
John Brayne
Founder
Founded Super Rod in 1995, developing specialist Land Rover adapted road rail vehicles for railway drainage. Transformed the business into a Network Rail Tier 1 contractor with a 35-year industry reputation for innovative drainage solutions and safety compliance.
Questions
What railway drainage services do you offer?
We provide high-pressure water jetting, vactor removal, CCTV surveys, culvert clearance, and emergency drainage solutions for railway infrastructure nationwide.
Are you Network Rail approved?
Yes, we've held Network Rail Tier 1 contracts since 2003 and maintain RISQS accreditation for railway drainage operations.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency drainage services?
Yes, our 24/7 reactive service responds within two hours for urgent railway and commercial drainage emergencies.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide across the UK, specialising in railway drainage solutions from our Stoke on Trent base.
What equipment do you use?
We use specialist road rail vehicles including Mercedes Unimogs with vactor removal and 2000psi high-pressure water jetting attachments for railway drainage.
Can you handle domestic drainage issues?
While our primary focus is railway and commercial drainage, we also offer domestic blocked drain clearance and repair services in Stoke on Trent.
