The FP Series trench drain is a large flow, transportation drainage product developed by Hubbell POLYCAST® in 2010. TDS purchased and then redesigned this drain in 2016. At the time of its introduction to the market, it filled a void for high-volume pre-sloped systems for heavy load stormwater applications. 1: Trench Drain Systems purchased this […]
Category Archives: Stainless Trench Drains
Posts about stainless steel drainage situations that utilize stainless trench drains or stainless grates
Brewery FAQ, Custom Systems, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Polymer Concrete Drains, Stainless Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Planning Drainage When You Don’t Have A Plan: A Case Study for Breweries
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Jul
Jul
Overview: One of the most important components of planning a new brewery or expanding an existing facility is the drainage system. Acidic chemicals, high-temperature fluids, and sanitizers make it necessary to have a high-quality system made of stainless steel or vinyl ester concrete. Breweries discard large volumes of fluids. Some larger breweries see drainage of […]
Brewery FAQ, Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Frequently Asked questions, Polymer Concrete Drains, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Let’s Raise a Glass for Polycast!
07
May
May
Ill Mannered Brewery opened its doors in Powell, Ohio in September 2015. Since then, they’ve added their own special touch, having over 60 different blends with 30 of the more popular brews being featured in the summer months. Ayers said they take a lot of pride in their seasonal brewing efforts. “In the summer we […]
Brewery FAQ, Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Special Projects, Stainless Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
The Trick With Trench Drains in Suspended Slabs
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Apr
Apr
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 […]
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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
10
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 […]
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Krug Bier – Pioneer in Brazil’s Craft Brew Market
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Aug
Aug
I recently visited the mountainous central region of Brazil to attend an exposition of Cachaça in the state capital, Belo Horizonte. I’m interested in the production of this local distilled sugarcane spirit used to make the famous drink, Caprihna. Brazil’s State Minas Gerais, or Minas for short, is world renown for cachaça production, though other […]
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, […]
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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 […]