Because channels tends to be less deep than other systems it is particularly well suited when constructing drainage in areas with complex underground services and utilities. For this reason the term linear is used to emphasise the surface nature of channel drainage Trench drain By removing the internal base of the corner unit you can connect vertically directly onto 110mm diameter PVC-U underground pipe. Most significantly ACO RoadDrain carries the BSI Kitemark which ensures that the recycled materials and the process used to manufacture it, produce consistently high quality BS EN 1433: 2002 marked product. The product is also fully compliant with national highways and transport agencies (UK) and National Roads Authority (ROI) requirements for motorway and major trunk roads. The system is suitable for use in a wide range of applications including commercial and residential developments, pedestrian precincts, landscaping and parking areas for all vehicle types. The channel unit is manufactured from Vienite, ACO’s high strength polymer concrete and forms the main component of the system.

The corner drain has been placed and you are ready to begin marking. Mark with a pencil or sharp marking point where each drain piece will need to be cut to ensure the corner unit fits into place. Step 3: Cutting the drain parts REMINDER: Although this is a basic guide, we recommend you follow manufacturer instructions if provided. The corner unit is supplied with 4 x solid sides, any of these can be removed to allow rainwater to flow into or through the corner unit. To form a 90° angle you simply cut out the two relevant side sections and clip the HexDrain channel to the corner unit, for a watertight connection please use a suitable sealant.ACO HexDrain is a plastic A15 load class channel drain built from recycled polypropylene for high strength and high durability. Designed with 8 possible outlet positions, this unique A15 channel drain can be used in domestic drainage projects such as along garage thresholds, landscaping projects and a range of DIY garden and patio applications. Both the ACO HexDrain base and grate come in 1m lengths and the base has markings at 500mm for easy cutting and measuring.

Protective UltraSTEEL galvanised edge rails for improved strength and bonding between channel and surface materials. Also available in stainless steel This is the same as ‘channel’ drainage and often used interchangeably.The term is typically used to emphasise the difference over the more traditional ’point drains’. This is significant as linear systems tend to offer economic benefits over point drainage as a result of reduced underground piping and easier construction that results from the elimination of complicated falls or levels. If the manufacturer does not provide quad connectors, then you will need to cut where the two pieces will connect on the corner to make one. The corner sections will need to be made with joints so that an angle of 90° can be made. ACO DoorWay drain slots underneath the doorway at the point of installation meaning that the door frame doesn't need to be cut or altered. As with previous drain pieces, clean and fit the connection piece. This is followed by the short section and the end, then finally placing the end cap onto the corner unit.Use an outlet to connect this grating to the underground drainage of the property and this ACO channel drain will function without you ever knowing it’s there. ACO DoorWay Drain Strong and light weight design, with male and female channel connections to aid accurate installation Here Drainage Superstore we are proud to supply their vast range of products and supplies at our famously competitive prices. There are two main ways to create a corner channel drain. Whether that corner may be a standard “L” shape, “T” shape or any other corner type, you can manufacture the drain to suit specific standards. A quad section can be one of the easier ways to install a corner channel drain. Many ranges already have these available to fit alongside their standard line channel drain parts. Not only can they be placed without the need to cut to a specific size, but come in a wide variety of sizes to suit the channel drain you’re installing.

B125 weight load class rating makes it suitable for areas with light vehicular traffic, such as driveways and private car parks Channel drains are typically structural formers that are integral to the performance of the system but may or may not be load bearing without the required surround detail. Strong and robust V shaped channel design with a range of constant, sloped and shallow depth channels This is the generic term for linear systems that incorporate a channel together with an inlet detail that is embedded in the constructed surface.ACO RainDrain is another ACO drainage application favourite. Having specially developed a lightweight concrete, Vienite, using recycled polymer, ACO can offer RainDrain as a fantastic option for domestic drainage. The strong, stable base is a great foundation for the galvanised steel grating that comes with ACO RainDrain. If you require a rainwater downpipe to connect directly into the channel install the corner unit under the downpipe, remove the grating and replace with either 65mm square downpipe connector (27123) or 68mm round downpipe connector (27120) then feed the downpipe into the top of the connector. This makes for a neat and aesthetically pleasing connection. The plastic grating with microgrip offers a non-slip cover for drainage systems around the house. In addition to the tried-and-tested nub structure, the grating is equipped with many tiny bumps that ensure surefootedness even in high humidity. The structure is moulded directly into the grate surface and is therefore particularly durable. The plastic grating retains its non-slip properties even after heavy use by being run over by a car. Features & Benefits: ACO Hexdrain Plastic Channel Drain A15 with Microgrip - 1m This is a term that is often incorrectly used referring the broad family of ‘Channel’ systems.While it is a ‘channel system’ with a surface element and an underlying channel component, it differs in that the surface interface is defined by a discrete slot as opposed to a grating. This can be utilised by designers for aesthetic benefit without the need to compromise on the drainage capacity. It is also used in areas subject to heavy loading where it is important to eliminate moveable parts (Qmax is an example of this). As with channel systems the materials can vary from polymer concrete to plastic and steel.

Following the cutting process, you can now place the connection piece into position and join the units together. This can be done in the same way as you would do a standard channel drain unit. Slide the unit into the clean connection piece and then gently tap it into place using a mallet or similar hammering-type tool.The HexDrain Corner Unit has several uses, to change the direction of the run by 90°, to form a T-junction, to connect to a rainwater downpipe or as an outlet connection.