KlassikDrain trench drain from ACO Polycrete in the Yarra Valley
The De Bortoli winery and vineyard is located at Dixons Creek just
8 kilometers along the Melba Highway, from the small township of Yarra Glen. The
property was purchased by the De Bortoli family in 1987 and since then they have
added another 150 hectares of grapes to the original 13 hectares. Today it has the
distinction of being the biggest winery in the Yarra Valley.
For two decades, the winery has undergone regular expansion and upgrades in line
with its growing success. At the various construction stages, ACO KlassikDrain (100mm
wide) trench drain from Australian manufacturer, ACO Polycrete Pty Ltd, was installed.
For years, composite, ductile iron and galvanised grates were selected for various
parts of the facility, dependant on the application.
One the latest installations is in the barrel store rooms, where the drainage system
is used to collect spills as well as support regular traffic. The system is fitted
with Class D210kN (AS3996) Slotted ductile iron grates and locked with QuickLok
boltless mechanisms for the quick fitting and removal of grates, ideal for regular
cleaning operations.
One of the key reasons why ACO KlassikDrain is constantly specified for Australian
wineries is for its renowned ease of rapid installation. Modular precast systems
require 4 steps whereas traditional cast in situ trench drains require a rigorous
8 step process.
The trench system comprises interlocking precast channels made from polymer concrete,
a resin composite with excellent corrosion resistance. For most systems, each unit is
sloped to allow for the efficient removal of surface liquids from level slabs. Channels
also come complete with integrally cast wearing edges and have smooth impervious walls
to ensure liquids are transferred quickly and safely to the secondary stage of drainage.
When taking into account labour, material costs and superiority of the finished appearance,
ACO's precast trench drain systems are the obvious choice for wineries and breweries.
For over 30 years they have been supplied to these applications worldwide.
For further information contact:
ACO Polycrete Pty Ltd
phone: 1300 765 226
website: www.acoaus.com.au
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