Drainage management for the

Food Processing Industry

About ACO

Who we are

ACO is the established leader in providing drainage systems for the food processing industry. Each drainage system is designed to provide maximum reliability, longevity, and durability while preventing hygienic issues that can put your facility at risk. More than 60 years of drainage experience makes ACO the world-class supplier of drainage systems.

What we do

ACO drainage and waste disposal systems are designed around the three most important topics for food processing industry: food safety, cost management, and health & safety. We designed our products to drain processed wastewater safely and effectively, exceeding the high standards established by the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG).

Where we are

With sales offices throughout the world and 31modern production sites situated throughout Europe and the USA, we are fully conversant with international standards and also work extensively with key industry bodies to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to creating the most modern systems available.

Why choose us

We work hand-in-hand with commercial kitchen specialists and designers to create systems suited specifically to their needs. When using ACO drainage systems you can expect optimal top performance, design with emphasis on hygienic performance, and the highest level of confidence that you are using the best drainage system on the market.

ACO at a glance

1946, company founded by Josef-Severin Ahlmann

3,900 employees in more than 40 countries (Europe, North and South America)

29 production sites in 15 countries

Sales 2013: Euro 624 milion

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Ivo Němec, Jiří Loníček, Václav KrálíčekResearch & Development

As one of the world’s leading commercial drainage specialists, ACO Group understands the critical role that drainage plays in a successful commercial food preparation business. We appreciate that food safety, hygiene and cost control are all vital factors yet we also understand that for many, drainage is out of sight and therefore out of mind.

As a result, many drainage systems are badly designed. At best this leads to costly ongoing cleaning and maintenance, and at worst it can result in food contamination, closure of a facility and the loss – or even closure – of business. As the company that’s driving the future of drainage, we are determined to change this by raising the profile of hygienic drainage and improving standards across every part of the process.

At ACO hygiene always comes first. Our HygieneFirst philosophy represents our commitment to delivering products that provide the ultimate in hygienic performance and through extensive research and development, we are the first company to incorporate hygienic design principles into commercial drainage.

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Drainage management for the Food Processing Industry

Food safety can be severely affected due to poor drainage within food production facilities. ACO drainage systems leave nothing to chance, effectively removing all threats that will put hygiene at risk. Our solution is designed to effectively and safely drain away the process water. We design our products specifically to reduce the risk of food contamination.

Our aim is to eliminate standing water and stop the growth of bacteria within these drainage areas.

Our standards and certifications are at the forefront of the drainage industry, with full compliance from HACCP, the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG), EN1253, and EN1433. We also keep system maintenance simple, providing cleaning manuals and recommendations created in conjunction with Diversey and Ecolab, both leaders in commercial cleaning, sanitation and hygiene.

With so much at risk when it comes to food safety, you can’t afford anything but the best. Rely on our 60 years of experience to provide your facility with the optimum hygiene required of any successful food production operation.

Internal radiuses larger then 3 mm True slope in the channel body Easy to access and fully drainable gully

Commited to food safety

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Total cost of ownership is a major factor in business today. Every product and system needs to fulfil its function effectively throughout its entire lifespan. In food production, it is worth investing in the best systems that perform effectively at all times and keep disruption to a minimum.

Good drainage systems, planned from the outset, are fundamental. Their correct planning and installation will also avoid costly repairs and minimise risks to hygiene and even the loss of corporate reputation.

ACO drainage systems are designed so they can be easily maintained, reducing associated cleaning costs. Our recommendation for effective cleaning procedures reflects ACO s passion for functional design of products and cooperation with premium cleaning agent suppliers.

With 60 years of experience in designing the highest quality drainage systems on the market, ACO provides the expertise and quality necessary to provide the perfect balance between cost management and high quality for your food processing facilities.

Commited to cost control

All joints are fully welded avoiding the metal

to metal connection

Durable, robust and easy to clean

Designed to enhance the self cleaning effect

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Minimizing the risk of injury in the workplace is of prime importance to any food production facility. With the food factory being a potentially hazardous environment for safety due to an ever present element of heat, liquids, and grease, it’s essential that your facility have a drainage system which improves health and safety conditions by reducing the amount of liquid present on workplace floors and surfaces.

ACO drainage systems are specifically designed to reduce the build-up of liquids by disposing of water and grease effectively and immediately. In high risk areas that require heavy water usage, including preparation stations and processing sectors, ACO provides slip resistant grating for additional safety.

Each component of our drainage systems is easy to clean, without sharp edges, and aims to keep your employees as safe as possible while at your production facility.

With safety in mind we have even developed a fire resistant solution, which is certified according to EN 1366 and helps to protect the working environment.

Commited to health & safety

Safe to manipulate

Easy to clean

Anti-slip surface

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ACO understands the critical role drainage plays in hygienic performance. Our drainage systems provide the highest standard of hygiene to prevent harmful bacteria contamination. We apply hygienic design standards reserved for food contact surfaces EN 1672 and EN ISO 14159 to our drainage products.

Hygienic design product features Fully drainable

Internal radiuses larger than 3 mm

No metal to metal contact

Edge infill

Food safety features Applying standards reserved for food contact

surfaces EN 1672 and EN ISO 14159 to our

product design

Round internal corners

No metal to metal contact

Fully drainable

Safe connection with surrounding floor

Advanced manufacturing technologies

to ensure durability and special surface

treatment to guarantee corrosion resistance

Easy and safe maintenance

Cost management features Robust and durable materials for daily

manipulation

Removable inner parts for easy access and

effective cleaning

Fully drainable design with internal gradients

and round corners

Professional cleaning manuals and

recommendations

Health and safety features Slip resistant surface

Efficient surface water remova

Fire protection certified according to EN

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Robust and durable to allow regular

maintenance

Hygienic design

No metal to metalDeep-drawn body ensures smooth contours eliminating crevices that can nest dangerous bacteria.

Edge in-fillDesign ensuring stable and durable transmission between the drainage and surrounding floor and helps to minimize the risk of floor cracks that spur bacteria growth.

Dry sump designCompletely drainable - eliminating potential problems of bacteria growth.

Radius > 3 mmAll radius are larger than 3 mm which greatly increase the cleaning effectiveness.

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Just as any effective operation needs excellent workers, effective tools, and reliable machinery, a high quality drainage system is essential in maintaining a successful commercial food production facility.

We closely follow recommendations of all main auditing agencies such as IFS, FSSC 22000 and BRC and offer premium drainage systems made specifically for the four risk zones within commercial food production, as defined by the British Retail Consortium.

Whatever your needs, ACO will provide the perfect solution tailored specifically for your facility.

Risk zone solutions

High risk area High care area Low risk area Enclosed product area Non-food area

ACO solutionACO drainge products are designed using the latest technological developments to keep your product from becoming contaminated within the high risk area.

ACO gullies (fixed height)ACO tray channels (fully welded gully)

ACO solutionACO offers drainage products designed with ephasis on food safety and hygienic performance to keep this area safe from exposure to contamination.

ACO gullies (fixed height)ACO tray channels (fully welded gully)

ACO solutionACO offers a drainage system which focuses on practicality for these low-risk areas. This system is high quality, durable, long lasting, and easy to maintain.

ACO gullies ACO tray channelsACO box channelsACO slot channels

ACO solutionACO offers a specially designed drainage system which is effective, easy to clean, and reliable for long term use within enclosed product areas.

ACO gulliesACO tray channels ACO box channelsACO slot channels

ACO solutionACO drainage is not only the practical choice for drainage systems, but the drainage grate can act as an important defined barrier that keeps the non-food area separate from the food production area.

ACO gulliesACO tray channelsACO box channels ACO slot channels

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ACO gullies ACO gully range incorporates the hygienic desing principles to ensure the top hygienic performance. ACO gullies are available in three body sizes, this range caters for various flow rates and construction requirements including shallow construction depths and applications where preventative fire measures are required. ACO gullies are certified according to EN 1253.

ACO tray channelsACO tray channel range incorporates the hygienic design principles to ensure the top hygienic performance. Tray channel range is ideal for applications where high standards of hygiene are required as they offer needed control for large volumes of fluid. ACO tray channels are certified according to EN 1253.

ACO slot and box channelsOur modular range with standardized 20, 125 and 200 mm widths provides a most versatile system with off-the-shelf availability. Accessories such as corner units and choice of numerous grating make this system perfect for a wide range of applications. Certified to EN 1433 and CE marked.

ACO pipeA stainless steel push-fit pipe system designed for grey or black water. ACO pipe offers 40+ years product life thanks to use of stainless steel. Easy installation and handling on site is ensured by push-fit assembly. ACO pipe is more hygienic, robust and durable when compared to plastic pipes systems for gravity and vacuum drainage.

ACO grease separatorsA comprehensive range addresses all size requirements within the EN 1825 specification, with performance at or beyond the Standard’s requirement. Certified to EN 1825, CE marked. Separators are tested and certified according to EN 1825 and are CE marked.

ACO lifting stationLifting plants are used when the grease separator is installed below the backflow level. EN 1825 requires a twin pump system to improve overall system reliability.

ACO StormBrixxis a unique and patented plastic geocellular storm water management system. Designed for surface water infiltration and storage, its versatility allows it to be used in applications across all construction environments as a standalone solution or as part of an integrated sustainable drainage (SUDS) scheme.

ACO Qmaxhas been developed to satisfy the demand for a versatile, high capacity slot drainage system for a wide range of applications involving small to large catchment areas to any load class. The system is specifically designed to form an integral part of any modern, sustainable surface water management solution requiring effective storage and attenuation while eliminating carry over in storm water conditions.

ACO Monoblock PD/RDThe innovative drainage system which unique monocast construction guarantees extremely high levels of safety and stability in all transport surface drainage applications. Monoblock is poured in polymer concrete as a single piece: no lines of weakness along adhesive joints, producing a much tougher and safer product.

Monoblock RD is specially developed for road construction, like highways and motorways up to load class F 900. Monoblock PD is suitable for use in car parks, traffic and hard landscaped areas from load class A 15 to D 400.

ACO Access coversAccess Covers provide quick and easy access to underground services and enable any floor finishes to be maintained with minimal interference. Access Covers are easy to integrate in the overall design for supply and drainage installations to close off the end of the structure. Access Covers are available in different loadclasses. They are watertight and odour tight. ACO Access covers are certified according to European standard EN 1253-4 and EN 124.

ACO Heavy metal filterACO systems for rainwater treatment, including the metal roof filter, protects infiltration systems from pollution and congestion by deductible solids during the ingress of rainwater from, for example uncoated roof coverings from copper, zinc and lead.

Water discharge requirements are very strict, because the water is classified as a heavily burdened.

The metal roof runoff is purified by ion exchangers. The quality of water after filtration is so high that it can be introduced directly into the infiltration system (drainage trench or soak away), outfall, or into a rainwater using plant. It is also possible to use underground in seepage boxes or a soak away.

Modern food production facilities are designed to protect foods from the risk of environmental hazards. Serious problems are related to potential ingress of surface water into the production facility and/or back up in the sewerage system.

ACO solutionACO Waste Water Management offers the complete portfolio of external polymer concrete drainage, grease separation backflow devices and attenuation systems.

Factory site

Factory site productsProductsThe ACO offers sustainable, integrated drainage systems designed to protect your business and the environment.

Our aim is to constantly improve every aspect of safety, hygiene and functional performance. We believe our systems and services are truly unique, delivering unparalleled benefits to everyone involved in project delivery or subsequent operation.

Our solution protects your business

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cleanThe collected liquids are treated using integrated physical, chemical or biological processes that ensure they can be discharged into the public sewers – the minimum requirement. This part of the ACO system chain creates the conditions for recycling and sustainable use.

collectThe surface water or the liquids being treated are collected from the surface as quickly and as completely as possible by the drainage system. This part of the ACO system chain guarantees protection, safety and comfort for the people, buildings and traffic routes in the immediate vicinity.

ACO. The future of drainage.

The ACO system chain provides the drainage solutions for tomorrow’s environmental conditions.Increasingly extreme weather must be counteracted by more complex and sophisticated drainage concepts.ACO achieves this with intelligent system solutions which have a dual purpose: protecting people from water, and water from people. Every ACO product within the ACO system chain therefore safely controls the water as it passes along the chain to ensure that it can be ecologically and economically reused in a viable way.

holdContainers, barriers and valves ensure that the liquids stay within the drainage system where they can be properly controlled. This part of the ACO system chain enhances protection and safety for extreme situations: e.g. heavy rain, flooding or handling hazardous liquids.

releasePumps, lifting plant and pipe systems transfer the collected, treated and controlled water into the downstream systems and processes. This part of the ACO system chain brings the collected, treated and controlled water to the interfaces for further treatment, re-use or release.

ACO system chain in action

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