Ductile Iron Grates (SwiftDrain 600 & 300)
- High load capacity
- Long-lasting in parking environments
- Withstands impact, turning loads, and chemical exposure
6” wide pre sloped trench drain
6” wide pre sloped trench drain
6” wide pre sloped trench drain
6” wide pre sloped trench drain
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Swiftdrain
6″ wide pre sloped trench drain
Swiftdrain
6″ wide pre sloped trench drain
Swiftdrain
6″ wide pre sloped trench drain
Swiftdrain
6″ wide pre sloped trench drain
Parking lots and parking structures require trench drain systems engineered to handle vehicle loads, constant traffic, stormwater runoff, oil and fuel contaminants, de-icing salts, and long-term exposure to weather. Whether serving shopping centers, commercial buildings, residential complexes, airports, or municipal facilities, proper trench draina ge ensures safety, prevents structural deterioration, and reduces maintenance.
This application page outlines the engineering requirements, environmental considerations, structural demands, and layout strategies for drainage in parking lots and multi-level parking garages.
Parking surfaces are exposed to harsh environmental and mechanical conditions. Without an engineered trench drain system, facilities may experience:
High-performance trench drainage ensures reliable stormwater management and long-term structural stability.
Drainage systems must meet demanding hydraulic and structural requirements due to constant vehicle traffic and weather exposure.
Parking structures require durable, long-lasting materials capable of handling environmental and traffic exposure.
| Load Class | Description | Parking Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Class C | Medium load | General parking stalls, pedestrian zones |
| Class D | Heavy-duty | Drive aisles, entrances, ramps |
| Class E/F | Extreme load | Truck routes, garage entrances, roadway tie-ins |
Lots must slope correctly toward trench drains to avoid pooling
Determine whether drains should be placed in crosswalks, drive aisles, or entrances
Open lots require UV- and freeze-thaw-stable systems
Grates should be easy to remove yet secure against vehicles
Drains must integrate with concrete decks, membranes, or overlays
With Ductile Iron Grates
With Heavy-Duty Ductile Iron Grates
Maximum Load, Maximum Flow Capacity
Use SwiftDrain 600 with ductile iron grates
Use SwiftDrain 300 polymer concrete with ductile iron grates
Use SwiftDrain LEO 1200 ductile iron frame-and-grate system
Improve the safety, durability, and performance of your parking
lot or parking structure with trench drain systems engineered for
commercial vehicle loading and long-term environmental exposure.
SwiftDrain 600, 300, and LEO 1200 deliver complete solutions for
every parking environment.
Request technical specifications, CAD drawings, or speak with a
parking drainage specialist to begin designing your system.