Category Archives: Trench Drain Basics

General information about drainage, design, water flow and trench drain applications.

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

Posted on by Hannah Schroer
brewery drains, trench drains in breweries, brewery floors
14
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 […]

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Considering Stainless Drains for Food Production

Posted on by Michael Schroer
heavy duty brewery grate, heavy duty stainless grating
13
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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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.

Posted on by Hannah Schroer
brewery drains, trench drains for breweries, brewery floor drains
28
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 […]

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Cast Iron Grates, Custom Systems, Decorative Grating, Destination Trench Drain, Frequently Asked questions, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized

Cast Metal Grating in Singapore Trench Drains

Posted on by Michael Schroer
singapore trench drains, singapore cast grating, singapore drainage systems,
11
Apr

Last year I reported on common designs for bar grating found in Singapore but not necessarily the United States. Now, over a year later, I want to discuss the cast metal grating I saw during my visit. I personally prefer cast metal grating over bar or sheet metal grating. Part of this is prejudice because […]

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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

Posted on by Hannah Schroer
poly 500, polycast drain, polycast trenchdrain, 500 deck drain, poly deck drain
27
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 […]

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3 Ancestors to Modern Trench Drain

Posted on by Michael Schroer
Roman aqueducts, aqueduct designs, water drainage in Roman empire
14
Feb

I’m not a historian on drainage systems (though it sounds interesting). I’ve been thinking about the history of trench drain. Where was the first trench drain crafted? What was the application? Was it seen as special for that location? Did it catch on or was it forgotten, only to be re-designed for the first time […]

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Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Slot Drains, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized

The Skinny on Slot Drain

Posted on by Hannah Schroer
trench drain system, slot drain system, trenchdrain, iron grating, trench drain grates
14
Aug

Slot drains are a growing segment of the drainage market, but they haven’t broken into popular use – in America at least. Compared to trench drain systems, little is known about this type of drainage system. There are a few slot drain systems in the American market. More likely, trench drain manufacturers offer accessories that […]

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Made in America: POLYCAST® Trench Drain

Posted on by Hannah Schroer
polycast drain, poly drain, polymer concrete drain, polycast trench drain, 600 series, poly 600, polycast 600
17
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 […]

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Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Frequently Asked questions, Slot Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized

Dublin: Old World Trench Drain Systems

Posted on by Hannah Schroer
Light rail system, Dublin railway,
26
Jun

Since returning from Dublin, I’ve developed a theory that Ireland is called the Emerald Isle because the plants are so well watered.  Whether the sky is overcast or sunny, it seemed as if I could expect a stray shower to pop up at a moment’s notice.  Frequent rains, combined with the island’s mild climate, create […]

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Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Frame and Grate Systems, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized

Singapore Trench Drain: Not Your Average Bar Grating

Posted on by Michael Schroer
flat steel grating, steel hinged grating, steel bar grates
20
May

Hinged bar grating is cool, but it’s not offered in the United States. The ability to open a drain for cleaning (which this drain needs) is essential. If drain grates are locked into place with a locking mechanism or if the grates are the bolt-down style, opening the drain becomes more problematic. But when the […]

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