Schools & Universities
School and University drainage is often found in large areas across buildings, sidewalks, sport facilities and parking areas. Most of these areas are used by students and staff on a regular basis and require the use of ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) grates.
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
SlabDrain
Shallow Depth Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- Constant depth systems
- Various edge rail & grate materials
- Shallow invert depth
- EN1433 A–F grate loading
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.
Building Drainage
ShowerChannel
Linear Shower DrainsShower drain channels combining sleek aesthetics with reliable performance. Multiple edge profiles, sizes, outlet options, and grate designs/finishes available.
ShowerPoint
Point Shower DrainsPoint shower drains combining sleek aesthetics with reliable performance. Multiple edge profiles, sizes, and grate designs/finishes available.
Case Studies
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Arizona Sun Devil Stadium
Tempe, ArizonaSun Devil Stadium is an outdoor football stadium on the campus of Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, United States. It is home to the ASU Sun Devils football team of the Pac-12 Conference. Problem: Sun Devil Stadium required a drainage system and grate combination that could handle the weight… Read More -
ASU Nelson Fine Arts Center
Tempe, ArizonaThe development project for ASU’s Nelson Fine Arts Center includes creating an attractive, cohesive space that responds to a wide range of student uses as well as resolving existing flooding and site drainage issues. Problem: Need to resolve existing flooding and site drainage issues. ACO Solution: ACO StormBrixx®… Read More -
Beard Elementary School
Chicago, IllinoisUnder the proposal, a one-story annex would be constructed on Beard’s parking lot, creating space for an additional 200 pre-kindergartners at the school, whose current enrollment consists of about 175 children in pre-kindergarten and 70 diverse learners in kindergarten through third grade. Problem: To provide a safer, cleaner, family friendly… Read More -
Copperwood Schoolyard Habitat for Environmental Education
Glendale, ArizonaCopperwood Schoolyard includes an existing schoolyard habitat with native plants and a small pond. The adjacent site includes several outdoor classroom amenities and a new tortoise habitat. Problem: ACO Inc. donated custom polymer concrete wildlife fencing and a custom fiberglass tortoise burrow to the Copperwood Schoolyard Habitat for the Environmental… Read More -
Fitts-Woodlard Hall, North Carolina State University
Raleigh, North CarolinaACO Heel-Resistant Brickslot trench drain was selected during new construction to keep entrances and walkways safe through rainy seasons. Its discreet slot preserves the building’s clean architecture, replacing bulkier drains that would have compromised the finished look. -
George Washington Elementary
Park Ridge, IllinoisGeorge Washington Elementary School is one of the five elementary schools in District 64. Washington educates students in Kindergarten through grade 5, with approximately 620 students averaging four to five homerooms per grade level. Problem: The project required 22,216 cubic feet of storage ACO Solution: ACO StormBrixx® StormBrixx®… Read More -
Jacob School of Management, Buffalo University
Buffalo, New YorkThe School of Business Administration, subsequently renamed the School of Management, was established in 1923. The school is AACSB accredited in both business and accounting. The UB School of Management is the highest ranked public business school in New York and the largest business school in the SUNY system. Problem:… Read More -
Purdue University Courtyard
West Lafayette, IndianaPurdue University has been instructing students for over 150 years. The university has expanded into five separate campuses and an online version, with the West Lafayette campus acting as the central facility. Several thousand engineering students study and graduate from Purdue annually. Problem: Renovations to the courtyard plaza between Purdue… Read More -
Savannah High School
Savannah, GeorgiaSavannah High School’s School of Liberal Studies has a new track and field facility. The stadium has nearly 2,000 seats, cutting-edge lighting and scoreboards, and a blue track to reflect Savannah High’s pride. The sports grade artificial turf is enhanced with ‘chill-fill’ technology, which keeps the field cold and prevents… Read More -
The Plaza at Harvard University
Cambridge, MassachusettsACO Aquaduct was installed at Harvard University’s Plaza, a central campus gathering space, to provide discreet and effective drainage during resurfacing improvements. The custom system supports a versatile public area used for markets, concerts, and community events, ensuring durability and performance in this high-traffic, multifunctional space. -
University of Chicago Main Quadrangle
Chicago, IllinoisACO Heel-Resistant Brickslot 100 integrated with KlassikDrain KS100 discreetly intercepts runoff along the University of Chicago Main Quadrangle paths. The narrow slot preserves the historic setting and reduces trip and slip risk while delivering the capacity the campus required. -
Upland High School
Upland, CaliforniaUpland High School has served students within the region since 1955. Problem: The school’s remodeled baseball field required an upgrade to its drainage system outside of the field adjacent to the bleachers. Capacity needed to be high while still allowing for safe foot traffic. ACO Solution: PowerDrain S200K… Read More
Considerations
Loading
- 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
- 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
- Areas for delivery vehicles will need to withstand heavy vehicle 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
- Food preparation environments may require Hygienic solutions and a stainless steel channel and grate should be considered for these areas, along with appropriate grease traps and/or sediment separators
- ADA compliant and/or slip resistant grates may be required in pedestrian access areas
- Safety and aesthetics in shower areas can be enhanced with linear shower drains
- Athletic fields should consider track and field drainage and accessories from the ACO Sport range
Areas with large run-off volumes may be ideal for modular water storage such as ACO StormBrixx