ACO Commercial Kitchen & Food Processing Drainage Systems

ACO Commercial Kitchen RangeGeneral introductionSystem overviewIntroductionApplications for ACO Kitchen ChannelSurface treatment ofstainless steelACO Kitchen Channel Systems are designed tobe used in commercial applications whereSystems include:The process of cutting, forming and weldinghygiene, durability and performanceCommercialProfessional kitchensFood processing factoriesRestaurantsBrewing, bottling and canning plantsstainless steel will introduce impurities intothe surface of the material and unlessappropriate action is taken, the material willbegin to corrode and ultimately fail in service.Therefore after fabrication into the finalproduct, it is vital that the stainless steelrequirements are paramount. ACO KitchenChannel Systems are available in number ofdifferent versions featuring different channelvolumes, flow rates, size and spigot outletdiameters to suit various applications.Chilled warehousesmaterial is treated with the correct surfaceLaboratoriesChemical and pharmaceutical industriesSchoolsHospitalsHotelstreatment to ensure the material is fullycorrosion resistant. By applying picklepassivation as the primary surface treatment,the corrosion resistance of stainless steel canbe fully restored to its original state, ensuringlong and reliable life performance togetherACO Kitchen Channel Systems are used inapplications anywhere where hygienic,corrosion resistance and durable drainageperformance are essential.with the required aesthetic appearance.The floor construction and depth together withuse of any waterproofing membrane play animportant role in selection of the appropriatetype of ACO Kitchen Channel Systems.ACO offer two generic ACO Kitchen ChannelWhy stainless steel?systems as shown below.Stainless steel has the following uniqueStandard for concrete, tiled floor and resinadvantages:floor applicationsHighly corrosion resistantFinishes used by ACOVinyl for flexible sheet flooringNon-porous, easy to clean and disinfectPickle passivation (acid treatment). Allapplications4Aesthetically pleasingResistant to temperature extremes andthermal shockCoefficient of linear expansion similar toconcreteManufactured from at least 70% recycledmaterials100% recyclable at end of working lifeACO channels are pickle passivated byimmersing them in a series of acid baths.This is a fundamental requirement forremoving iron embedded particulatesintroduced in the fabrication process andalso restoring the chromium depletedregions generated by the welding process.ACO has one of the largest and mostmodern pickle passivation installations inEurope which ensures the optimumStandardAll ACO Kitchen Channel Systems arecorrosion resistance of our products.manufactured from austenitic stainless steelgrade 304. ACO Kitchen Channel Systems areavailable in grade 316 stainless steel tospecial order.Why ACO KitchenChannel Systems?As the largest producer of stainless steeldrainage systems ACO has the knowledge,experience and expertise to offer optimaldrainage solutions for every application.Therefore ACO offers the designer the freedomto choose from a standard range of productsas well as custom made solutions to suit anyElectro-polishing (electro-chemicalprocess). After pickle passivation, someproducts are then immersed in anelectrolytic fluid in which the productsbecome the anode of a direct currentelectrical circuit. This process ischaracterised by the selective attack on thesurface of the components wherebyupstanding roughness is preferentiallydissolved and will yield a progressivelysmoother, brighter surface. All kitchenchannel grates are electro-polished asstandard.Vinylapplication.