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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Keep Your She Shed, Man Cave or Kid Cabin Safe from Water Damage
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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
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
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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 […]
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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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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 […]