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 […]
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Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Trench Drain Grates, Uncategorized
Replacing Broken Trench Drain Grates
02
Feb
Feb
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. […]
Catch Basins, Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Home Trench Drain Projects, Polymer Concrete Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Driveway Drainage Problems
05
Aug
Aug
Whether you are installing new or retrofitting an older system there are solutions. One of the most common trench drain questions we receive is from homeowners who need help solving driveway drainage problems. Installation If you are going to install a drain in an existing driveway, I recommend putting in a trench drain system. You […]
Custom Systems, Frame and Grate Systems, Frequently Asked questions, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Sustaining Flight Through Trench Drain
31
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 […]
Cast Iron Grates, Destination Trench Drain, Frame and Grate Systems, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Large Modular Trench Drains, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Major Flooding? FP1200 to the Rescue!
07
Feb
Feb
The First National Bank of Bellevue, Ohio had been feeling the brunt of Mother Nature’s wrath in the form of flooding. Standing water caused customers to make wide paths around the deep puddles or power through, only to end up with soggy shoes for a quick escape from the weather. Unfortunately, the problem became more […]
Custom Systems, Fiberglass Grating, Frame and Grate Systems, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Large Modular Trench Drains, Special Projects, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
7 Facts About The FP Series Trench Drain
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Jan
Jan
The FP Series trench drain is a large flow, transportation drainage product developed by Hubbell POLYCAST® in 2010. TDS purchased and then redesigned this drain in 2016. At the time of its introduction to the market, it filled a void for high-volume pre-sloped systems for heavy load stormwater applications. 1: Trench Drain Systems purchased this […]
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
27
Feb
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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Made in America: POLYCAST® Trench Drain
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Jul
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 […]
Custom Systems, Destination Trench Drain, Frequently Asked questions, Pre-Cast Concrete, Special Projects, Uncategorized
Visiting Singapore: A Look at Bar Grating
09
May
May
The climate is always warm and wet in Singapore, a small island nation in Southeast Asia with a bustling economy and a diverse and growing population. Geographically, Singapore is located 3 degrees north of the equator at the intersection of some pretty old trading routes. Singapore receives over 90 inches of rainfall a year. (Compare […]
Decorative Grating, Driveway Drains, Frequently Asked questions, General Installation, Polymer Concrete Drains, Pre-Cast Concrete, Trench Drain Basics, Uncategorized
Decorative Cast Iron Grating Options for the Meadrain EN2000 Polymer Channel
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Apr
Apr
The MEA EN2000 is used in applications where heavy wheel loads will be frequent and where occasional large volumes of run-off water can occur. Food processing plants, maintenance facilities and fire stations are a few of the locations where a slotted ductile iron grate is commonly used as a trench cover in these conditions. MEA’s polymer […]
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