The year 1975 is significant. That was about the time that modular polymer concrete channels entered the U.S. trench drain market. Prior to that, only the frame and grate systems and cast-iron channel body products were available in the trench drain marketplace. These products were made by iron foundries. Over the past 50 years, there […]
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The Basics of Trench Drain Grates
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Jan
Jan
Drainage grates may go unnoticed in our daily lives, but their impact on maintaining safe and functional spaces is undeniable. Whether in industrial, commercial, residential, or public settings, these grates play a crucial role in managing water runoff and safeguarding the integrity of infrastructure. The Basics of Trench Drain Grates Trench drain grates, also known […]
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How to Replace 1-Inch Thick Grates
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Apr
Apr
Over time expected loads have increased, and the 1″ thick grate has become a rarity. New construction projects often specify current standard sizes of 3/4″, 1.5″, or 2″ thick grates. However, there are applications where frames are incorporated to help raise the Load Class of the 3/4″ drainage grates. The thicker 1.5″ and 2″ grates […]
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Trench Drain in the Amazon Region
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Jul
Jul
If you want to evacuate a large amount of surface water in a short period of time, trench drain is the best way to do it. And, where is one of the best places in the world to find an abundance of surface water? The rain forest in northern Brazil. I went to Brazil’s northern […]