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Apart from face to face contact and verbal communication, ACO offers a comprehensive documentation suite both electronically and in paper format to support our products.

Please choose what kind of documentation you require below and download as required.


Technical Data

 

   Specification Information (Spec Info) Sheets

KlassikDrain
K100
KS100
K200
KS200
K300
KS300
Channels & In-line Pits
PDF
PDF
PDF
PDF
PDF
PDF
Plastic Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class A)
PDF
Steel Slotted Grates (Class A)
PDF
Stainless 5 Star Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Galvanised Longitudinal Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
Galvanised Transverse Grates (Class B)
PDF
PDF
Plastic Slotted Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
Steel Slotted Grates (Class D)
PDF
Steel Mesh Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Wave Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Slotted Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Galvanised Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
       
PowerDrain
S100K
S200K
S300K
Channels & In-line Pits
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Slotted Grates (Class G)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Intercept Heelsafe Anti-Slip Grates (Class G)  
PDF
PDF
       
SlabDrain HK Series
H100K / H100KS
H200K / H200KS
H300K / H300KS
Channels
PDF
PDF
PDF
Plastic Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class A)
PDF
Steel Slotted Grates (Class A)
PDF
   
Stainless Wedgewire Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Stainless 5 Star Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Stainless Twinwire Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Stainless Splitwire Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Galvanised Longitudinal Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
   
Galvanised Transverse Grates (Class B)  
PDF
PDF
Plastic Slotted Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
   
Steel Slotted Grates (Class D)
PDF
   
Steel Mesh Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Wave Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Slotted Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Galvanised Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
       
SlabDrain HSK Series
H100SK
H200SK
H300SK
Channels
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
PDF
PDF
Iron Slotted Grates (Class G)
PDF
PDF
PDF
       
Brickslot
K100
KS100
H100K / H100KS
Channels
PDF
PDF
PDF
Steel Brickslot (Class D)
PDF
       
MiniKlassik
M50K / M50KS
       
Channels
PDF
       
Stainless 5 Star Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class B)
PDF
       
Iron Intercept Heelsaferegistration mark Anti-Slip Grates (Class D)
PDF
       

 

 

KlassikDrain
Trench Systems

KlassikDrain
In-line Pits

K100/KS100
Trench Grates

K200/KS200
Trench Grates

K300/KS300
Trench Grates

 

PowerDrain
Trench System

PowerDrain
In-line Pits

S100K
Trench Grates

 

S200K
Trench Grates

S300K
Trench Grates

 

 

SlabDrain (HK Series)
Trench System

 

H100K/H100KS
Trench Grates

H200K/H200KS
Trench Grates

H300K/H300KS
Trench Grates

 

SlabDrain (HSK Series)
Trench System

 

H100SK
Trench Grates

H200SK
Trench Grates

H300SK
Trench Grates

 

Brickslot System
 

 

KlassikDrain K100
Trench System

SlabDrain H100K
Trench System

 
 

MiniKlassik
Trench System

 

M50K/M50KS
Trench Grates

M100K/M100KS
Trench Grates

 

 

   Chemical Resistance

chemical resistanceACO Drain channel bodies are highly resistant to chemical attack and, with the appropriate grate, can be used in most environments where acids and dilute alkalis are encountered.

Refer to chemical chart below for resistance of Polyester polymer concrete. Standard products are manufactured using polyester resin.

These recommendations are for guidance only. Customers are advised to test a sample of polymer concrete to ensure suitability. Test samples are available free of charge from ACO.

Important considerations for chemical environments
When reviewing potential applications of trench drains in chemical environments, the following issues should be considered;

  1. Type(s) of chemical(s), including mixture composition %.
  2. Concentration percentages.
  3. Contact time with trench system.
  4. Temperatures of chemicals flowing into the trench drain. (82°C max).
  5. Flushing system employed to clear chemicals from the system.
  6. Cleaning agents should be checked for compatibility with trench materials.
  7. Test samples can be used for final determination of chemical resistance.
  8. Grate, locking mechanism, edge rail, outlet and rubbish basket materials should be checked for chemical resistance.
  9. Check sealant for compatibility, if applicable.
   
Polyester
Chemical Medium  
Max.
Conc
Short Term Exposure
72 Hours
Long Term Exposure
42 Days
Acetic Acid
Acetone
Ammonia
Aniline
Aniline in Ethyl Alcohol
Benzene
Boric Acid
Butyric Acid
Butyl Alcohol
Calcium Chloride
Calcium Hydroxide
Caster Oil
Chloric Acid
Chromic Acid
Citric Acid
Diesel Fuel
Ethanol
Ethlendiamine
Ethyl Acetate
Ferrous Sulfate
Fluorallic Acid
Formaldehyde
Formic Acid
Fuel Oil
n-Heptane
n-Hexane
Hydraulic Oil
Hydrochloric Acid
Hydrofluoric Acid
JP4
JP8
Lactic Acid
Methanol
Methyl Amine
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Mineral Oil SAE5W50
Monochlor Benzene
Monochloroacetic Acid
Nitric Acid
n-Nonane
Iso-Octane
Oxalic Acid
Petrol
Phenol
Phosphoric Acid
Potassium Hydroxide
Sodium Acetate
Sodium Carbonate
Sodium Chloride
Sodium Hydroxide
Sodium Hypochloric
Sulfuric Acid
Tetrafluoroborsaure
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
Triethylamine
Xylene
 
30%
10%
10%
100%
10%
100%
100%
25%
100%
100%
100%
100%
5%
5%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
30%
10%
35%
10%
100%
100%
100%
100%
10%
5%
100%
100%
10%
5%
100%
100%
100%
0.05%
10%
10%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
10%
10%
100%
20%
100%
15%
5%
40%
20%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
Y

N
N
N
N

Y
N
Y
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
N
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
N
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

N
Y
Y
Y

N
N
N

Y
N
Y
N
Y
N
Y
Y

N
Y
N
N

Y
Y

N
Y
Y

N
N
N

Y
N

 

   Material Properties & Comparison

Modular trench drain systems are generally manufactured from either polymer concrete, GRC (glass fibre reinforced concrete) or HDPE (High Density Polyethylene). ACO Drain commercial grated trench systems are manufactured from polymer concrete. Other materials do not meet the compressive strength and thermal expansion properties required in commercial and industrial applications.

ACO only uses HDPE as a trench material for domestic applications.

trench body materialsPolymer Concrete
Polymer concrete is a versatile composite material produced by mixing mineral aggregates with a resin binding agent. The finished material has excellent mechanical and thermal properties and offers good corrosion resistance to many chemicals. A maximum working temperature of 82°C is recommended.

For increased chemical resistance, Vinyl ester polymer concrete is available. This consists of vinylester resin binder with superior silica aggregate fillers.

See chemical resistance chart for further details.

Due to their structural rigidity, polymer concrete trench drains, when installed properly can be used in a variety of pavement types such as concrete, asphalt and brick pavers.

fibreglassGRC
Glass fibre reinforced concrete (GRC) is a mixture of cement, fine aggregate, water, chemical admixtures and alkali resistant glass fibres. GRC is predominantly used for building cladding panels.

Cement Concrete
Cement concrete is Portland cement mixed with aggregates. Generally used for large cast-in-situ slab applications, where mass is required for structural rigidity.

HDPE PlasticPE (Plastic)
Polyethylene (PE) is the most common plastic used in trench drains. PE is a readily available, economical material that is easy to mould. PE has thermal properties that requires moulded features to key into the concrete. Without these features, and dependent on the short term temperature range, the trench may lose bond (pull away) from its concrete encasement and buckle.

Grates
Grates are manufactured from a variety of materials. The most common are ductile iron, mild steel, stainless steel and plastic. Grates need higher tensile properties than the trench body to withstand direct loads. Grates can be removed, changed or easily replaced after installation, unlike the trench drain body

For assistance with material properties of grates, contact our Technical Service Department using the Contact Us form, or call +61 2 4747 4000

Mechanical Properties
Cement Concrete
GRC
HDPE
Compressive strength
The trench body is subject to compressive loads in use and needs to withstand the specified load.
25MPa
96MPa C-579
50MPa
58MPa D-695
Flexural strength
Affects site handling and when trench body is in areas where encasement and soils are suspect.
3MPa
27MPa C-580
12MPa
15MPa D-790
Tensile strength
Not generally required in trench bodies, but relevant to grates. Used as material measurement.
2MPa
21MPa C-307
5.5MPa
14MPa D-638
Thermal Properties
Water absorption
The trench is designed to carry and collect liquids without contaminating surrounding soil/encasement.
<3%
+0.07% C-97
12%
+0.31% D-570
Freeze-thaw
Inability to withstand freeze-thaw cycles causes surface spoiling and leads ultimately to trench failure.
300 cycles
maintain 80%
structural integrity
300 cycles
modulus of elasticity
95.1% C666
modulus of elasticity
unchanged
223 cycles
FAILED modulus of elasticity test
C666
Coefficient of expansion/contraction
Excessive movement between trench and encasement materials creates unwanted stresses which may lead to failure.
10 x 10-6 per °C
45.6 x 10-6 per °C
E831
20 x 10-6 per °C
209.8 x 10-6 per °C
E831
Water vapour transmission
WVT is measurement of water vapour flow through a material. Passage of water vapour may be critical in some instances.
See water
absorption test
WVT 0.0364g/m2
- 1,592hrs
E96
1 x 10-4 gm/s.MN
WVT - 0.1392g/m2
1,592hrs
E96
Surface Properties
Surface burning
Trench systems are often used around petrol stations, chemical processing and interior applications and may be subject to fire. They should be non-flammable and not give off fumes or smoke.
Non-combustible
Flame spread : 0
Smoke density : 5
E84
Non-combustible
Ignitability: P
Fire propagation: 0
Flame spread: 1
BS476
After flame time :
390 seconds - fail
UL-94
Weathering
The majority of trench drains are used in exterior applications. Ability to withstand adverse weather will ensure long service life (erosion, UV degradation etc).
Good depending upon
proper curing
2000hr exposure no
change G-153
Similar to cement concrete. UV stable
1000hr exposure no
change G-154
FAILED TEST
Coefficient of friction (Manning’s)
Any degree of friction will affect liquid flow to some extent, therefore the lowest value is desirable.
n=0.013
n=0.011
n=0.012
n=0.010
Chemical resistance
Trench may be used for liquids other than water and in such circumstances, needs to be resistant to a variety of mediums.
Poor
Good
Poor - better than cement concrete
Good

Key: - Good - Acceptable - Poor

Cement concrete values obtained from AS 3600 and SA HB64 Guide to Concrete Construction (Cement & Concrete Assoc. of Australia)
Polymer concrete values obtained from experimental data using ASTM testing procedures
GRC values obtained from Design, Manufacture & Installation of Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC Industry Group of NPCAA)
HDPE values obtained from experimental data using ASTM testing procedures.