ACO SportAthletic Drainage
Slotted polymer concrete drainage for athletic facilities, used in Olympic stadiums since 1972. World Athletics (formerly IAAF) track-grade systems span System 2000 (8.86"/225 mm deep) for competition running tracks and System 3000 (4.88"/124 mm) for school and recreation tracks. For hard-surface and paved areas around the venue, pair ACO Sport with ACO KlassikDrain trench drainage.
Product Specifications
ACO Sport Systems
System 2000
8.86" (225mm) deep polymer concrete slotted channels designed for World Athletics-grade professional running tracks.
System 3000
4.88" (124mm) deep polymer concrete slotted channels ideal for school tracks and recreational facilities.
System 4000
Sloped and grated polymer concrete channels for general athletic facility drainage.
Key Features
Common Applications
Where ACO Sport Fits
Slotted athletic channels are a specialized form of linear drainage. Explore the product category and the venues where ACO Sport keeps tracks and fields playable.
By Product Category
- Trench & channel drains — the broader linear-drainage category ACO Sport belongs to.
- Drainage grates — slotted and padded-edge grate options for athletic surfaces.
By Application
ACO Sport FAQs
Common questions about ACO Sport athletic drainage systems
ACO Sport offers three main systems: System 2000 (8.86"/225 mm deep polymer concrete for World Athletics-grade competition tracks), System 3000 (4.88"/124 mm deep for school and recreation tracks), and System 4000 (sloped and grated polymer concrete channels for general athletic drainage).
Yes, ACO Sport System 2000 is built to World Athletics (formerly IAAF, renamed in 2019) standards for professional running tracks. ACO Sport drainage has been used in Olympic stadiums since 1972.
Yes, ACO Sport provides radiused channels specifically designed for track curves. These pre-formed sections ensure proper drainage around curved track sections without creating trip hazards.
ACO Sport padded edge systems feature soft, impact-absorbing edges that protect athletes from injury during falls or contact with the drainage channel. These are essential for athlete safety in competitive facilities.
Yes, ACO provides modular Long Jump Pit Systems that are both NCAA and World Athletics (formerly IAAF) compliant. These systems ensure proper drainage of sand pits while meeting competition standards.
Ready to Specify ACO Sport?
ACO Sport delivers World Athletics-grade running track drainage for athletic facilities of all sizes. Explore the full ACO Surface Water Management range, or combine track drainage with ACO KlassikDrain and PowerDrain for the surrounding paved areas.