For many applications, selecting the right drainage system material is critical. There are several differences between a standard polymer concrete system and a vinyl ester concrete system. While both are polymer concrete systems, these differences have a direct impact on a project’s durability, lifespan and cost. Polymer Concrete Introduced in the late 1950s, Polymer concrete […]
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Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Name that Grate! A Replacement Grate Guide
25
Jun
Jun
We are often asked to help customers find replacement grates for their systems. If you find yourself in this situation, below are some ways that you can get the information you need that will help us to identify the grate. Keep in mind, you don’t need to have answers for every category but the more […]
General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Stormwater Management for House and Patio
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May
May
Having control of the stormwater drainage around your home is an important step in protecting the integrity of your house foundation, the safety and life of your outdoor living space, and the water quality of your in-ground pool or spa. It’s no fun dealing with wet basements, patio water pooling, garage flooding or heavy sediment […]
Custom Systems, Frame and Grate Systems, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Sustaining Flight Through Trench Drain
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Mar
Mar
The above-ground airport facilities are easy to appreciate, such as the runways, control towers, terminals, and of course, airplanes. What’s underground tends to go less noticed and under-appreciated. Beneath, inside, and surrounding airport facilities are drainage systems designed to collect, carry and dispense stormwater runoff. Drainage systems collect stormwater runoff from paved surfaces. The drains […]
Frequently Asked questions, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
7 Facts About POLYCAST’s FP Series Trench Drain
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Jan
Jan
Seven Facts you didn’t know about POLYCAST’s FP Series Trench Drain The POLYCAST® FP series Trench Drain (Fiberglass POLYCAST®) is a large flow, transportation drainage product developed in 2010 by Hubbell’s POLYCAST® division in Lenoir City TN. At the time of its introduction to the market, it filled a void in the POLYCAST® product line […]
Home Trench Drain Projects, Polymer Concrete Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
ULMA Architectural – ACO’s New Challenger
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Jan
Jan
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 […]
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.
Cast Iron Grates, Decorative Grating, General Installation, Special Projects, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Universal Ductile Iron Trench Drain Grate (TDS 461D)
08
Nov
Nov
Previous articles I’ve written have discussed the evolution of the polymer concrete trench drain channel and how it came to the U.S. Market. The big takeaway is that the rise of modular trench drain started in Europe and migrated to the United States, bringing with them metric dimensional standards (channel length and width) which rendered each […]
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
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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, 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 […]
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