Restaurants & Grocery Stores
Commercial kitchens inside of grocery stores and convenience stores is a rapidly growing industry. Selecting the right drain system will help protect your facility and customers from food borne illness or bacteria. ACO drains promote hygienic designs and efficient cleanability. Waste water can also contain fats, oils and grease (FOG) which is a major cause of pipe blockages and cannot be released to the waste water system. ACO stainless steel drains and grease management products are an ideal solution to your kitchen design.
Products
Building Drainage
Modular
Stainless Grated Trench DrainsGrated, sloped, modular, stainless steel trench drain systems with emphasis on hygienic design, corrosion-resistance, durability, and ease of maintenance.
SlotDrain
Stainless Slotted Trench DrainsSlotted, sloped, modular, stainless steel trench drain systems with emphasis on hygienic design, corrosion-resistance, durability, and ease of maintenance.
BoxDrain
Stainless Floor SinksGrated, hygienic, stainless steel floor sinks built for the heavy demands of commercial kitchens and food service environments.
FloorDrain
Stainless Floor DrainsSquare and round stainless steel floor drains built for industrial facilities. Grated, hygienic, and versatile; includes options for size, height, and outlet.
Cleanouts
Stainless Floor CleanoutsSquare and round cleanouts provide essential access for maintaining drain lines in commercial kitchens, food service areas, and industrial facilities.
Case Studies
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Hypermarket Globus Restaurant
ACO FloorDrain square point drains were installed at Hypermarket Globus Restaurant to capture washdowns and spills in food prep areas. The stainless steel system resists corrosion and cleaning agents, withstands high temperatures, and cleans easily, maintaining strict hygiene while delivering a smooth, modern appearance with minimal installation. -
Hypermarket Globus Restaurant
ACO Modular 200 stainless steel channel drains were installed at Hypermarket Globus Restaurant to manage washdowns and spills across kitchen and prep zones. The food grade system resists aggressive cleaners and heat, with hygienic surfaces that clean quickly and support strict sanitation. Modular sections create custom runs and simplify maintenance. Read More -
Lidl Grocery Store
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Price Chopper
ACO MonoBloc HD200 was installed in the truck bays at Price Chopper’s distribution center to capture surface water and withstand continuous tractor-trailer traffic. The monolithic polymer concrete design with integral grate handles frequent braking and heavy loads, delivering durable drainage with minimal maintenance.
Considerations
Loading
- Parking areas will need to withstand frequent car and truck traffic, a drainage system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class C or higher is recommended
- Delivery areas will need to withstand truck and forklift traffic, a system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class E is recommended. Drains located in areas where vehicles turn or stop should also consider these additional dynamic loads
Application
- Hygienic solutions are most likely required and a stainless steel channel and grate should be considered.
- The presence of solids, grease, and oils may require grease traps and/or sediment separators
- ADA compliant, HeelSafe, and/or slip resistant grates may be required in pedestrian access areas
Areas with large run-off volumes may be ideal for modular water storage such as ACO StormBrixx