Suspended slabs are trickier to pour than on-grade floors. Likewise, installing a trench drain in a suspended floor requires more thought than does an on-grade drain installation. I’ve come up with a few considerations to help prevent your suspended slab drain install project from going sideways. DISCLAIMER: For fork truck traffic on suspended floors, don’t […]
Category Archives: Polymer Concrete Drains
Posts on polymer concrete trench drain products, grating options and drain installations
Brewery FAQ, Cast Iron Grates, Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Fiberglass Grating, Frequently Asked questions, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Slot Drains, Special Projects, Stainless Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
3 Things I learned about trench drain at BrewExpo America
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Nov
Nov
I attended BrewExpo America in Philadelphia this spring. I learned a little about brewery floors and drains, and I’d like to share the experience. Stainless Drains Were Out in Force Stainless drains were all the rage at the Expo. Typically, they were 6” wide with a V-shaped interior. The channels sloped to an outlet or […]
Custom Systems, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Large Modular Trench Drains, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Slot Drains, Uncategorized
Controlling Highway Runoff: Linear Drainage vs. Inlets
07
Nov
Nov
Without containment, storm water can cause traffic hazards on highways. Rain storms send water rushing across highways and bridges, leading to increased runoff into the environment and a greater risk of hydroplaning due to sheet flow. Highway engineers use two types of drains to control surface water on highways: Linear Drainage Systems Catch Basins (Inlets) […]
Brewery FAQ, Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Frequently Asked questions, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Special Projects, Uncategorized
Project Profile: Yergey Brewing trench drains
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Oct
Oct
A new brewery opened in the Lehigh Valley this fall. Yergey Brewing, owned and operated by Jim Yergey, is a nano-brewery specializing in strong ales and stouts. I visited the opening weekend to sample some of the eight beers on tap. Yergey Brewing opened with a solid offering that includes three IPAs, three stouts and […]
Brewery FAQ, Fiberglass Grating, Frequently Asked questions, Polymer Concrete Drains, Special Projects, Stainless Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Considering Stainless Drains for Food Production
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Apr
Apr
Stainless steel seems to be the ideal material for food processing facilities because of its inherent resistance to corrosion, cleaning chemicals, heat and bacteria growth. Plant managers prefer stainless steel grating instead of cast iron and galvanized steel because of the material’s longevity in corrosive environments. Besides having these benefits, stainless steel has a shiny, […]
Brewery FAQ, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Special Projects, Stainless Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
There’s no such thing as the best brewery drain.
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Mar
Mar
A craft or microbrewery is a labor of love. Just as with the mash tun and fermentation vessels, owners want the best brewery drain for their brewhouse. If you are a brewer – or even a contractor planning a brewery construction – you understand that big decisions are made at every stage of construction. One of […]
Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, Home Trench Drain Projects, POLYCAST 500, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, System, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Polycast 500 – A Polymer Concrete Deck Drain
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Feb
Feb
The Polycast 500 is proof that not all commercial drains are the same. Hubbell Power Systems manufactures the Polycast Trench Drain Systems product line, which is geared toward commercial applications. The Polycast 600 and 700 are well known polymer concrete trench drain brands commonly seen throughout the industry. Polycast 600 is a pre-sloped channel drain […]
Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Made in America: POLYCAST® Trench Drain
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Jul
Jul
POLYCAST® is a leading American manufacturer of polymer concrete trench drains and high volume fiberglass drainage systems. Started in Fargo, North Dakota almost 32 years ago, POLYCAST® grew its line of drainage products and became an instrumental part of the U.S. trench drain industry. The company’s product offerings recently expanded after Hubbell, a multinational company headquartered […]
Catch Basins, Frame and Grate Systems, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Plastic Drains, Polymer Concrete Drains, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Horse Barn Drain Install – Econodrain #4
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Jun
Jun
In this case, a drain was previously installed and deemed later to be inadequate for several reasons. The owners decided to replace the old drain with a product called Econodrain #4. This trench drain system is formed and utilizes a disposable foam mold to shape the channel in concrete. Using a trench forming system is […]
Custom Systems, Fiberglass Grating, Frame and Grate Systems, Home Trench Drain Projects, Polymer Concrete Drains, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Fiberglass Grating Options for Trench Drains
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Nov
Nov
Fiberglass Grating As the price of stainless steel increases, fiberglass is filling the gap. Fiberglass is a component that has been found to be very useful in many trench drain applications. This strong, lightweight material is easily fabricated into grating for standard and custom drain applications. It’s chemical and corrosion resistance puts it in a […]