Public Utilities
Public utilities such as wastewater treatment plants, power plants, reservoires, and water utilities need reliable drainage systems compliant with goverment regulations. ACO products offer effective and functional solutions for containment, filtration, and drainage appropriate for infrastructural applications. As a "Made in the USA" brand, ACO drainage products are an ideal choice for engineers working on civic projects.
Products
Stormwater Management
PowerDrain®
Heavy-Duty Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- 0.5% sloped systems
- Ductile iron edge rails
- Ductile iron grates
- EN1433 A–F grate loading
FlowDrain
Fiberglass Drains- Lightweight fiberglass channels
- 1.0% sloped systems
- Steel and iron frames/grates
- Longer channels for longer runs
- 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
MonoBloc
Monolithic DrainsGrate-free polymer concrete channels built for high and heavy traffic. Monolithic build leads to increased security, stability, and EN1433 A–E load support.
QMax
Slotted High-Capacity DrainsMDPE, high-capacity trench drain channels with heavy-duty slotted railing. EN1433 A–F loading supports projects such as airports (airside) with high demands.
Aquaduct Trench
Custom Trench DrainsFully custom trench drain systems tailored to complex project requirements that standard systems can’t meet.
Aquaduct Double Containment
Leak Detection SystemTrench drains with advanced leak detection and prevention for high-risk environments. Leaks are captured between monitored dual trenches.
Aquaduct Former System
Custom Trench FormerCost-effective, reusable solution for shaping concrete trench systems with precision. Fiberglass formers can be removed and reused after concrete cures.
ACO UtilityDuct
Utility TrenchCase Studies
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DTE Energy Electric Company
Monroe, MichiganACO Aquaduct was installed at the Monroe Power Plant in Monroe, MI to replace a cast-in-place trench drain design. The modular system simplified complex layouts, reducing time and cost while providing durable, efficient drainage for one of the largest coal-fired power plants on the western shore of Lake Erie. -
Pepco
Rockville, MarylandACO KlassikDrain K200 with 678Q grates was installed across the service-truck parking lot at the Pepco Service Yard to resolve recurring drainage issues. Durable grates handle heavy vehicle loads, while straightforward brackets and layout planning sped installation and minimized downtime.
Considerations
Loading
- Extraordinary heavy loads may be present and require a drainage system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class F
- Monolithic systems (Monoblok) or those cast into the slab (Qmax) may be required to withstand dynamic loads
Application
- High capacity intake grates may be required where large volumes are present
- Wastewater may contain hydrocarbons and/or chemicals and chemical resistance and post collection treatment may be necessary
- Slip resistant grates may be required in pedestrian access areas
- Aquaduct custom trench drains are also available for unique applications
Areas with large run-off volumes may be ideal for modular water storage such as ACO StormBrixx