Press release
2015
BIRCO offers innovative channel systems for surface drainage
A family business with tradition and a pioneering spirit
BIRCO GmbH, based in Baden-Baden, is one of Europe's leading drainage
specialists and manufacturers of channel systems. Founded in 1927 by Fritz
Birnbräuer, the company develops today drainage concepts for areas such as
heavy duty, environment, landscaping, design and project management. BIRCO
continually focuses upon quality, durability and innovation: The BIRCOpur
filtration system sets a benchmark for rainwater treatment systems. The modular
channel system combines functional safety, performance and easy maintenance,
and
makes
a
significant
economic
and
ecological
contribution
towards
groundwater replenishment. In 2000 Frank Wagner, the founders grandson, took
over 100 percent of the company’s shares. Since then he has been the Managing
Director of the BIRCO Group. Christian Merkel, who previously held the position of
Technical Director for many years, has been the Managing Partner of the BIRCO
GmbH since 2006. The products are marketed through a comprehensive
distribution network in Germany as well as subsidiaries in France and Dubai.
BIRCO works as well with several licensees and exclusive sales partners in other
European countries.
Individual, reliable and dependable: drainage systems from BIRCO
BIRCO produces channel systems made of concrete and steel with an HDPE lining for
acid protection that has been manufactured in accordance with the German Water
Management Act (WHG). The channels are not only used for drainage but also the safe
discharge of less aggressive fluids – from areas subject to heavy loads to drainage in
building construction. "Environmentally-sound drainage is essential in areas that are
subject to heavy loads, such as airports. Water-hazardous substances that can leak out
during aircraft fueling, for example, must be safely discharged through the channel. We
have developed a suitable channel concept for this purpose," explains Frank Wagner.
BIRCO also designs seepage systems for modern rainwater management. Through the
system's precise design and layout, high levels of rainfall can be quickly and effectively
transported to the next trough — even over long distances. All drainage systems provide
a wide range of gratings for all load classes and ensure creative freedom along with
maximum functionality. The options range from gratings made of casting, galvanized steel
and stainless steel through illuminated channel and grating systems to designer gratings
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as well as a special integrated guide system for visually impaired persons. "Our designer
grating products lend a fresh and attractive touch to drainage in external areas. We want
to emphasize that functionality and visual appearance are compatible. The best example
is our integrated guide system for visually impaired persons", explains Christian Merkel.
Pioneering spirit from Baden-Baden
The company was originally founded in 1927 as a coal and building materials supplier. In
the early 1950s, the company recognized the huge potential of concrete drainage
channels in the agricultural sector: The production and sale of these channels became
the company's core business. In 1965, the Baden-Baden firm was the first German
manufacturer to bring a concrete channel with a mesh grating onto the market. The
company has since specialized in the production of robust and environmentally friendly
channel systems for surface drainage and has developed drainage concepts for such
competence areas as heavy load, environment, landscaping, design, and project
management. In 2014, BIRCO has increased its turnover by ten percent to over EUR 37
million with around 160 employees.
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For more information:
BIRCO GmbH
Michael Neukirchen
Herrenpfädel 142 – 76532 Baden-Baden
Tel.: 07221/5003-1421 – Fax: 07221/5003-62
info@birco.de - www.birco.de
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Caption: Frank Wagner, Managing Partner of the BIRCO Group.
Caption: Christian Merkel, Managing Director of the BIRCO GmbH.
Caption: Around 160 employees work at the company's site in Baden-Baden.
Caption: BIRCO offers robust and environmentally friendly channel systems for surface drainage.