Fire Station Drainage

Trench Drains at Fire Stations

Firehouse Drains

It’s no surprise that fire stations have more need for water diversion than most other industries. Water needs to be redirected both inside and outside of the building. Storm water displaced by the building and parking lot needs to be directed away from the building to avoid damage from standing water.

Inside the building, excess water runoff from equipment needs to be addressed appropriately. In addition to handling drainage, proper grate covers will need to be considered. They will need to be slip resistant in areas of pedestrian traffic and strong enough to handle vehicle loads.

Considerations

  • Apparatus Floor Drains
    Consider the placement of trench drains in relation to where equipment will be drying. Don’t forget that in seasonal areas snow will create additional runoff.
  • After the Fire
    Determine how much flow the drainage will need to handle as equipment and floors will also be cleaned and hosed down from time to time.
  • Watch Your Step
    Grates that are continuously wet or damp can be slick. If there is regular pedestrian traffic, ensure that grates have a non-slick finish for safe walkways.
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Product Recommendations

6118 Heavy Duty Cast Iron 12″ x 24″ x 1.5″ Grate

SKU: USF 6118
Load Class D
System: Frame and Grate
Grate Material: Ductile/Cast Iron
Grate Pattern: Slotted
Grate Height: 1 1/2 inch
Grate Width: 12 inch
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J-4221-01 Heavy Duty Cast Iron 10″ x 24″ x 1.5″ Grate | D&L Foundry

SKU: DL-J4221-01
Load Class D
System: Frame and Grate, Trench Era
Finish: Raw
Grate Material: Ductile/Cast Iron
Grate Pattern: Slotted
Grate Height: 1 1/2 inch
Grate Width: 10 inch
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J-4222-04 Heavy Duty Cast Iron 12″ x 24″ x 1.5″ Grate | D&L Foundry

SKU: DL-J4222-04
Load Class D
System: Frame and Grate
Grate Material: Ductile/Cast Iron
Grate Pattern: Slotted
Grate Height: 1 1/2 inch
Grate Width: 12 inch
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