Category Archives: Trench Drain Grates

Blogs about trench drain grating, including plastic grates and cast iron grates

Decorative Metal Spee-D Channel Grates

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Trench Drain Systems is the first in the industry to provide 4″ metal decorative grating for one of NDS’s most popular drainage systems, the Spee-D® Channel. This drain system is extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of light traffic applications, such as patios, pools, or greenhouses.  The NDS Spee-D® Channel trench drain […]

Safe and Hygienic Grating Solutions for Trench Drain Systems in Kennels and Boarding Facilities

Drainage for Dog Kennels and Boarding Facilities

As a kennel owner or operator of a pet boarding facility, your priority is always the well-being and safety of the animals in your care. This extends to every detail of your facility, including the trench drain systems that are integral for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene. This blog focuses on safe grating options for trench […]

Enhancing Safety and Aesthetics: Trench Drain Systems for Pools and Spas

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How To Choose A Brewery Drain

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There are several key pieces of information that should be established prior to choosing a trench drain for a brewery application. Load Class, longevity, material, and corrosion resistance are among the most important aspects of this process. Each plays a large role within the project. The most popular trench drain materials for brewery drainage are […]

How Fast Does Cast Iron Rust?

Elmore, Ohio Bridge Project

GRATES AT A BRIDGE PROJECT – ELMORE, OHIO Customers often ask us how long it takes for cast iron to mellow out to the brown patina typically seen in most parking lots. We are fortunate enough to be aware of a project that was completed in 2020. A bridge was replaced in the village of […]

TDS Announces – Virtual Trade Showroom

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Why Visit Our Showroom? There’s no need travel or pay to attend a trade show. Simply shop from your seat and take your time viewing each section in 3D. Trench Drain systems (TDS) is a national distributor for numerous name brand trench drain manufacturers. TDS also manufactures exclusive products for multiple drainage products. Click on […]

Jump Into the Pool, But Avoid Slipping

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MANUFACTURING PARTNER, ULMA ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS FOR ALLOWING US TO SHARE THEIR INFORMATIVE POST. Read the original post on ULMA’s News site by clicking here. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ulma Architectural provides drainage solutions for a variety of applications and is known throughout the drainage industry for their high quality and reliable products. To tell […]

Z884: A General Purpose Shallow Drainage System

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Z884 Drainage System There is a wide variety of applications that require a trench drain system. Finding a drain system that fits both a commercial and a residential project can be difficult. The Z884 by Zurn is a general-purpose shallow drainage system and is ideal for both. A smooth round base allows this channel system […]

Decorative Grating for POLYCAST 600

Decorative POLYCAST Grates

There are multiple trench drain systems available on the market today, but not all have the application flexibility as Hubbell’s POLYCAST 600 series. These pre-sloped drain systems are ideal for a variety of projects and often use a standard slotted ductile iron grate, as it is a versatile option. Occasionally, there is a need for […]

Replacing Broken Trench Drain Grates

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Replacing broken trench drain grates is important. A damaged system causes multiple issues throughout an application. There are several questions to ask and steps that should be taken when considering changing out broken grate covers. Replacing Broken Trench Grates Several reasons cause grates to need replacing, age and improper specification are among the most common. […]