Improving the walkability of our cities makes us fitter, happier and more connected citizens. Planning and designing user friendly and inclusive spaces requires many considerations across design disciplines and integration of many construction components. ARUP have written a comprehensive report…
All designers know that draining large flat pavements can be a challenge, but a good design, along with a hydraulically efficient drainage system, can eliminate hazards and provide a long-lasting, durable solution that performs as intended.
In the last decade, there has been an increase in the number of precast trench drains used in car parks, shopping centres, public domains, streetscapes, internal areas, petrol stations, truck stops, roads and various heavy commercial and industrial applications. ACO’s…
ACO has just released the industry’s most comprehensive technical handbook and product catalogue. When selecting trench drains for a public space, factors such as site and hydraulic requirements should be considered to ensure long service life. ACO’s new Drain Catalogue…
When dealing with an industry-leading manufacturer of some of Australia’s greatest drainage solutions, you expect world-class customer support. ACO goes above and beyond to deliver with its extensive range of support services, including its brand-new Free Public Access Software program.
In 2018, ACO’s Freestyle grates were installed in two high profile Australian projects - the Market to Riverbank Link in Adelaide and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) at the University of Sydney. The Market to Riverbank Link…
Local manufacturing is critical to Australian business to stimulate ideas, diversity and innovation and when it thrives, the country’s long term economic growth and skills are enhanced. A ready indication of the country’s economic state is construction. Driven by public…
According to the Melbourne Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, significant changes in water systems are expected to result from climate change. Section 6 outlines that "the potential for storm drain inundation and flash flooding will likely increase with more intense rainfall…
Whether its existing urban areas in need of an upgrade or urban architects eager to get their designer lens atop a new locality, successful planning of urban streetscapes and shared spaces is the backbone of neighbourhoods and public realms. The…
Australia loves its wide open spaces, and with plenty of land to work with, it makes sense to take advantage of our cultural playground. As planners and designers continue to expand our financial, commercial and recreational spaces (walkways, streets, foreshores…
