A new distribution centre at Littlebrook Business Park features
market leading Gatic CastSlot Littlebrook (Orbital 47) is home to several
industrial companies which rely on the near constant movement of goods.
“Our work involved the installation of Gatic Slotdrain in a
distribution centre at Littlebrook,” said Zach Graham, Alumasc Area Sales
Manager for London and the South East. “The distribution centre is in an ideal
location due to the surrounding environment with easy access to the M25. Further to this, as the loading
area was fairly small, it is put under a lot of pressure every day, with
constantly turning vehicles. This meant that any surface water management
product installed had to be guaranteed to withstand extremely heavy and
frequent loads.”
In an area where unremitting, slow turning traffic is a
major consideration, Gatic CastSlot, from the Gatic Slotdrain range, was an
obvious choice in providing a reliable water management system for this
project. Gatic specialises in integrated, high capacity surface water
management and Engineered Access Covers, its surface water drainage systems have been used to capture, control and return
run-off into the natural water cycle, even in high pressure situations.
Gatic Slotdrain’s reputation as a front runner for surface drainage
systems in infrastructure hubs such as ports, airports and industrial units, made
it first choice for this project, and ideal overall for sites such as
Littlebrook.
The CastSlot system was specially chosen for its high
capacity surface water intake, as well as its high-performance loading
capabilities. It has been specifically designed to bear load ratings of up to
F900, which is 90 tonnes.
“The use of our robust CastSlot system was highlighted upon
inspection, as no disruption or damage was caused when lorries were visibly
turning on it,” continued Zach.
Proven in the most demanding infrastructure, industrial and
commercial projects, the Gatic range comprises exterior surface water channels,
high capacity channels, linear and slot drainage, as well as access covers.
Gatic CastSlot was also used on another depot within this project.
Pleased with the outcome, Zach commented: “This just goes to show the strength
of the brand and the great reputation of the product. These sites now have solutions
that will last and perform, testament to Gatic’s quality manufacturing.”
