Usage and Application of a Trench Drainage System

 

A Trench drain is a special type of floor drainage containing a central drain or outlet-shaped body. It's most commonly used for the containment of oil leaks or the quick extraction of surface water from a floor. It can also be used to collect rain water, steam from industrial or domestic boilers, and drainage water that seeps into the ground.

The main feature of a Trench drain is its channel-like body that's wider at one end than the other. These drains are often made of cast iron with plastic gaskets and are generally rectangular in shape. In some cases, drains will have a single circular opening on both ends. If this is the case, it's possible to get a drain that's wider at the center. This feature is usually found on larger sewer systems.

In addition to the channel-like body of the drain, it's possible to get a drain that contains a series of holes. These are called sub-drainage holes and they help to trap particles and liquids.

A good reason to use a drain like this is to provide a much more stable drainage system. When the water rises back up into the pipe, it doesn't get mixed with the ground water and cause flooding.

In order for this type of drainage system to work correctly, it must have a number of drainage holes that lead to the main drainage system. A strip drain that only has one or two holes isn't as effective.

Trench drains are typically made from either PVC or concrete. Most of the larger drains are made out of concrete. This is because they're less likely to crack and they also have a longer lifetime. Concrete is also less likely to cause corrosion and deterioration.

Another advantage of using a trench drain instead of a standard drain is the cost savings. They're less expensive than most conventional drains because they don't require a manhole cover.

Trench drains are ideal for use on older homes that don't have a built in drain. If you decide to use them in a home with an existing drain, you'll need to connect them to a sump pump. This sump pump can be either a gravity fed or a forced sump pump.

A gravity fed sump pump is a great choice if your house has a crawl space. They're also less expensive. You also need to choose the right size sump pump if you're going to use a gravity fed sump pump.

Forced sump pump, on the other hand, is better suited for older homes. They're also more expensive. They can operate in a lot of different water depths and can be used on sewer lines as well as they drain deeper into the ground. There's a lot of versatility to having a forced sump pump because you can change its level in a matter of minutes.

Sump pumps have their own disadvantages, though. For example, a forced sump pump is designed to remove liquids quickly and not to provide for long-term stability in a drain. If your drain is blocked with debris, they are usually not very efficient.

If you do choose to install a forced sump pump, you need to make sure that you are ready to handle the maintenance cost involved. It's a lot more involved than installing a normal drain. A forced sump pump is also not as reliable as a gravity fed drain.

In many cases, the pressure exerted on the sump pump causes the sump pump to wear out. You may have to replace them on a regular basis. So if your drains are clogged regularly, you should have a sump pump installed before you ever consider installing one.