Common questions

How does an ACO Drain work?

How does an ACO Drain work?

ACO Drainage, Channel Drainage or Linear Drainage is a method of draining surface water from hard surfaces such as tarmac or paving, using a long narrow drain covered by a grating which drains water along its entire length.

What is a KERB drain?

Concrete Kerb Drainage They form edge restraints for other paving materials, pedestrian/vehicle segregation and drainage collectors for surface water.

What are ACO channels?

ACO HexDrain is a high strength channel drain manufactured with a recycled polypropylene base for use in domestic applications.

Does an ACO drain need a trap?

This ACO MonoDrain foul air trap is a necessity if a channel drainage system is to be connected to mains sewers. It features a small water reservoir that holds foul smelling air so that it won’t travel up the pipework and out of the channel grates.

What is KERB and its types?

Kerbs are the component of a city road. The meaning of kerbs or curbs is a barrier or boundary. But in highway engineering, it indicates the boundary between the pavement and shoulder or sometimes island or footpath or car parking space. kerbs are generally constructed of cut stone or cement concrete slabs.

Can ACO drain be laid level?

A common misconception is the belief that a slope is needed for water to drain effectively. However, this is not necessary. As long as the channel is laid flat and level, the water will be able to flow, providing the outlet is below the level of the channel.

Do ACO drains work?

Like many non-standard forms of drainage system, channel drains – sometimes known as ACO drains – can be extremely useful in the right circumstances, providing a uniquely effective way of removing wastewater from car parks and hardstanding areas, as well as other paved or concrete-covered surfaces.

What do you need to know about ACO kerbdrain?

ACO KerbDrain is a monolithic element that combines a curb and a drainage channel. The system allows for freedom in designing and shaping roadways, parking lots, roundabouts and bus stops. The variety of widths and profiles allow installation of the system, both in the city and on roads and highways.

What kind of kerb is used in a drainage system?

ACO KerbDrain has a range of units to match HB1, HB2 and 45° splayed profiles, and a selection of depths and lengths to meet the hydraulic and performance requirements of many highway or drainage schemes. Also available is ACO Shallow KerbDrain for use in applications with restricted construction depths.

What can ACO be used for on pavements?

ACO also offers a diverse range of access covers for a wide range of utility enclosures including cable pits and sewer chambers. These are cover and frame systems that are installed integrally into slabs and pavements. For more info, click here.

Which is the new kerbdrain channel hb480 or sp455?

The new KerbDrain® SP455 range. The range includes not only the new SP455 channel, which can be transitioned to the HB480 KerbDrain®, but also accessories consisting of: There is also a new splayed gully top to accommodate the change in size which is compatible with the full splay range.

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Ruth Doyle