Retail & Office Spaces
Retail and office buildings of any size can benefit from the widest range of drainage systems that provide aesthetic solutions. A wide choice of materials and decorative grate styles are offered to provide synergy or contrast to the overall design scheme. "Invisible" slot options are also very popular.
ACO offers grates that are wheel chair, bike and high heel safe for areas with pedestrian traffic such as:
• Shopping malls
• Department stores
• Retail stores
• Outlet malls
• High-Rise buildings
• Office buildings and complexes
Products
Stormwater Management
KlassikDrain
General Purpose Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- 0.5% sloped systems
- Steel edge rails
- Steel, iron, and plastic grates
- EN1433 A–E grate loading
Brickslot
Slotted Paver Drains- Steel slotted channel covers
- Fits KlassikDrain K100/K200
- Discreetly supports pavers
- Heel-resistant options
- EN1433 A–C cover loading
EcoPanel
Permeable Aggregate Drains- Aggregate-filled channel covers
- Fits KlassikDrain K200
- UV-stable, resin-bonded
- Galvanized steel frames
- EN1433 A–B cover loading
PowerDrain®
Heavy-Duty Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- 0.5% sloped systems
- Ductile iron edge rails
- Ductile iron grates
- EN1433 A–F grate loading
SlabDrain
Shallow Depth Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- Constant depth systems
- Various edge rail & grate materials
- Shallow invert depth
- EN1433 A–F grate loading
Sumps
Multi-System Catch Basins- Polymer concrete bodies
- Constant depth systems
- Ductile iron frames/grates
- Standalone or system-integrated
- Supports AASHTO H20/HS20
ACO StormBrixx®
Modular Water TanksStormBrixx is a geocellular stormwater storage solution designed to maximize capacity in areas with depth or space restrictions. Its modular, brick-bonding design ensures stability, while lightweight construction simplifies installation alongside existing utilities. Built for durability with a 50–60 year design life, StormBrixx offers reliable water management that reduces excavation needs and provides long-lasting performance in urban and industrial environments.
ACO UtilityDuct
Utility TrenchUtility Duct provides a reliable surface-level solution for housing and protecting utilities such as cables and pipes. Made from durable polymer concrete, it shields people from hazardous contents while allowing safe, continuous access via removable covers. Resistant to chemicals, oils, and heavy loads, UtilityDuct delivers long-lasting performance in commercial and industrial environments.
Case Studies
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4 World Trade Center
New York, New YorkACO Brickslot 100 provides discreet pedestrian area drainage at 4 World Trade Center, preventing pooling while blending into the plaza design and supporting accessible circulation without compromising the site’s refined finish. -
Central Valley Plaza FedEx Center
Modesto, CaliforniaFedEx Office Print & Ship Services Inc. (previously known as FedEx Kinko) is an American retail chain that provides an outlet for FedEx Express and FedEx Ground, including home delivery. Problem: The renovation project required a solution for stormwater ponding around the walkway to ensure the safety of all pedestrian… Read More -
Mountain America Credit Union
Glendale, ArizonaMountain America Credit Union meets all of your banking requirements. Checking and savings accounts, loans, and personal finance advising are among the services offered. Problem: The initial CMP design called for a 25% increase in the footprint length, eventually reaching onto major utility lines. ACO Solution: ACO StormBrixx®… Read More -
One Wachovia Center
Charlotte, North CarolinaOne Wells Fargo Center is a 588-foot skyscraper in Charlotte, North Carolina and is the headquarters for Wells Fargo’s east coast division. Opening on September 14, 1988, it was the tallest building in North Carolina, until 1992 when it was surpassed by the Bank of America Corporate Center. Problem: The… Read More -
Salesforce Tower Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisSalesforce Tower is a prominent commercial skyscraper located in the heart of downtown Chicago,IL. Standing at approximately 1,198 feet tall, it is one of the city’s tallest buildings. Completed in 2019, the tower is home to Salesforce’s offices, and it serves as a hub for their business operations and customer… Read More -
Summer Street
Boston, MassachusettsACO KlassikDrain K300 was installed along the walking path on Summer Street to capture runoff and keep pedestrian areas dry. The durable channel provides pedestrian-safe drainage, reducing ponding and slip hazards while maintaining clear, accessible passage. -
Trustile Doors
Denver, ColoradoTruStile Doors is a high-quality maker of interior and exterior MDF, wood, and glass doors for home and commercial usage. Problem: The project design called for a stormwater retention system that did not require rock or stone for structural stability. Furthermore, the solution had to provide maintenance access every 50… Read More -
Union Tower West
Denver, ColoradoACO KlassikDrain KS200 with Type 665Q ADA compliant grates lines the base of the glass façade at Union Tower West, keeping perimeter walkways dry. KS200 met the owner’s single-pour requirement and delivered a clean architectural finish with reliable inflow along more than 150 linear feet.
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
- For pedestrian only areas, a system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class A is recommended. If wheeled carts are likely for deliveries then a higher load rating should be considered
Application
- ADA compliant, HeelSafe, and/or slip resistant grates may be required in pedestrian access areas
- Wastewater from parking areas may contain hydrocarbons and an oil/water separator may be required
- Commercial food service areas may require a hygienic drainage solution
Areas with large run-off volumes may be ideal for modular water storage such as ACO StormBrixx