CASA
GRANDE, March 9, 2015 – ACO Polymer Product’s innovative drainage systems have
provided superior solutions to airports around the world that deal with
flooding or excessive ponding on runways, in hangars or even in terminals and
parking lots.
As
airports and terminals experience growth and age, it is often necessary to
renovate airports to offer increased levels of service or capacity. ACO offers
a variety of product systems for heavy-duty applications that focus on safety, strength
and the high hydraulic capacities of airports.
When
runways become wet, whether from rainwater or snow melt, they create a
hazardous situation for aircraft and support vehicles. It is important that
airports consider effective drainage solutions when designing or renovating
airport areas.
RESULTS IN ACTION
Prior
to the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympics, the Salt Lake City Airport in Salt Lake
City, UT was given a complete upgrade to cope with the additional traffic. Part
of the upgrade included additional taxiways and apron facilities. The long
straight runs were ideal for 3,500 feet of ACO Drain FG200 fiberglass trench
drain system fitted with heavy duty locked, ductile iron slotted grates. The
FG200’s excellent hydraulics provided the ideal drainage solution for the wide
flat concrete areas and the lightweight, easy to handle, 6 feet lengths enabled
the contractor to install quickly and easily, thus saving money over
alternative methods. The fiberglass channel gives excellent resistance to any
de-icing salts used at the airport.
For
more information on ACO trench drain systems for a variety of airport
applications, visit www.acoinfrastructure.us
or call (866) 453-1257.
ACO Infrastructure drainage systems
consist of factory manufactured modular channel units made from corrosion
resistant polymer concrete, fiberglass or MDPE, together with grates from a
variety of materials for all loading applications. In conjunction with a
comprehensive, quality product range, ACO supports its business with extensive
stocking in three strategic locations, technical sales support, and world class
customer service.
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following page, contact Jaclyn Revis at jrevis@aco-online.com.
