Drainage Channels Guide: The advantages of choosing polypropylene channels over polymer and traditional concrete

Drainage channels are the first element to pay attention to when designing and purchasing drainage system components. Choosing the right channel material is critical to making laying operations efficient, achieving optimal drainage performance and ensuring the long and useful life of the drainage system. For architects and designers, it is important to have a clear understanding of the properties of different channel materials to determine which one will be best suited to their project.

Drainage Channels Guide: The Advantages of Choosing Polypropylene Channels Over Polymer and Traditional Concrete provides a focused look at drainage channel design and the advantages and disadvantages of the most common channel materials. We discuss the basics of channel drainage, and the importance of the channel body to the overall system. We then discuss which material properties govern the performance and longevity of the drainage channel. Finally, we assess common channel material options – traditional concrete, polymer concrete and polypropylene – and determine which one is best for modern building projects.

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