The 600 Pound Gorilla ACO, a German-based company with manufacturing in Arizona, was the first modular trench drain manufacturer in the North American marketplace and initially found a home for their polymer concrete product line in construction markets that dealt with excavating, concrete placement and general contractors. They are the drainage leaders in the civil market; in […]
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General information about drainage, design, water flow and trench drain applications.
Home Trench Drain Projects, Plastic Drains, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Keep Your She Shed, Man Cave or Kid Cabin Safe from Water Damage
27
Nov
Nov
Have you planned for drainage near your shed? Learn how to protect your prized possession.
Frequently Asked questions, Plastic Drains, Polymer Concrete Drains, Trench Drain Basics
Polymer Concrete Trench Drain – In the Beginning
05
Nov
Nov
The first time I learned of ACO and polymer concrete was in 1985 while on a tour of some silica mines in northeast Ohio. In that part of the country, the Sharon conglomerate crops out of the ground and is mined by a number of industrial mineral firms. The Best Silica Company, located in Chardon, […]
Cast Iron Grates, Fiberglass Grating, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates
How to Replace 1 Inch Thick Grates
17
Apr
Apr
Let’s just say it: 1” thick grates aren’t considered heavy duty anymore. Standards change. Architects once specified one inch thick iron grates for loading docks, warehouses and industrial areas. Typically, contractors installed them in an angle iron frame using the old wooden box form method. Why can’t I replace my 1” iron grates? Increased traffic […]
Brewery FAQ, Custom Systems, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Polymer Concrete Drains, Stainless Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
4 Tips to Help Pick a Polymer Concrete Brewery Drain
08
Apr
Apr
Polymer concrete drains are a viable option for breweries, wineries, cideries and distilleries, but they can be tricky to understand. As with stainless steel trench drain installations, there are grating and catch basin considerations when planning a drain. But with polymer concrete channels, process temperature and chemical resistance of the process becomes more of a […]
Brewery FAQ, Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Polymer Concrete Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Understanding Polymer Concrete vs. Vinyl Ester
01
Apr
Apr
When choosing what is needed for your drainage project, there are many factors to consider, including what materials your system is made of. This decision depends highly upon the application requirements. Trying to understand the science between polymer concrete and vinyl ester drainage systems can be difficult. Most people don’t realize the importance of knowing […]
Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, Home Trench Drain Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates
Why Driveway Drainage is Important
22
Mar
Mar
Do you have pooling water after a storm or maybe you can’t get your mail in the winter because your driveway has become a skating rink? It doesn’t matter if your driveway is big, small or how it is shaped because they all share the need for proper drainage. What may cause some of these water […]
Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Plastic Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates
3 Common Reasons Why Trench Drains Fail
22
Feb
Feb
A trench drain can be an expensive item to install. First, it requires an investment of time and energy to solve a drainage problem. Then there is the cost of the drain materials including the channel, top grating and shipping cost. The project will also require installation time and expense, as well as concrete and […]
Cast Iron Grates, Catch Basins, Decorative Grating, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Trench Drain Basics
4 Places To Install Trench Drain Around The House
04
Feb
Feb
Residential trench drain is a large market that fluctuates with the construction season. Homeowners and private drainage projects often extend the market well into winter months when the commercial sectors slow. The most common residential applications are pool/patio, driveway drains, downspout drainage and shower drains. This article discusses these four main drainage applications and some […]
Cast Iron Grates, Decorative Grating, Home Trench Drain Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates
Why are my grates orange? – FAQ’s on Rust
08
Jan
Jan
You received your raw cast iron grate with its silver hue and flawless appearance only to walk outside two weeks later to find a grate with orange spots of rust starting to form. The first thought you have is to return the grate because they must be defective an you didn’t sign up for this […]
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