Low Profile Drainage Channels
Discover Marshalls’ range of low profile drainage channels, designed to manage standing water and reduce the risk of flooding even when excavation depths are limited.
What are low-profile drainage channels?
A low-profile drainage channel is a narrow, shallow channel typically installed just below the surface of a paved area.
These systems are usually found in paved areas, like car parks and walkways, where there is a risk of pooling.
What are the benefits of installing low-profile drainage?
Incorporating low-profile drains into your commercial construction project can have the following advantages:
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Discreet appearance: These systems blend seamlessly with the surrounding area, becoming virtually invisible and maintaining the space's aesthetic appeal.
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Space-saving design: Low-profile drains are ideal for areas with shallow excavation requirements or buried services (e.g. gas pipes) to work around.
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Easier installation: The shallow depth reduces excavation needs, saving time and money during installation.
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Versatility: Low-profile drains can be used in various settings, including driveways, patios, balconies, wet rooms, and pool surrounds.
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Effective water management: Despite their slim design, these drains can handle large volumes of water flow, making them suitable for areas with heavy rainfall or potential flooding.
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Improved safety: By quickly diverting water away from surfaces, low-profile drains help prevent slips and falls, reducing liability risks.
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Easier maintenance: Some low-profile systems, like slot drains, are easier to clean and require less maintenance than traditional grated systems.
What are the different types of low profile drainage channels?
Marshalls stock various low profile drainage solutions designed to reduce standing water and maintain the landscape’s appearance. These products include:
Birco 100
Birco 100 can be used alongside most landscaping surfaces, including paving, and it can be incorporated into the design of SuDS for impermeable surfaces. All of our Birco products can also achieve a load classification of F900, the highest possible rating in line with BS EN 1433.
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Birco 150
Offering a higher flow capacity than the 100, Birco 150 is available in cast iron and galvanised steel finishes. The channel walls are reinforced with heavy-grade galvanised steel, increasing durability and the drain’s weight-bearing capacity.
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Drexus Slot Drain
Our Drexus Slot Drain features a minimalist galvanised steel slot and is suitable for a range of applications and public developments. This product can be tailored to suit your project’s requirements, including incorporating true radius curve apertures.
View Drexus Slot DrainWhy choose Marshalls’ low-profile drainage channels?
All of our low-profile drainage channels are designed and manufactured in the UK using responsibly sourced materials. This reduces supply routes, actively contributing to your project’s sustainability goals.
Our experts are here to help you plan and deliver effective drainage provisions. They’ll work with you to maximise product efficiency, refine fittings, and identify the correct products for your project and its scale. Contact our water management team for more information.
Or, to see how our water management solutions work in situ, explore our case studies.