This
walkway system provides melt and drainage using a linear drain to
avoid ice build up on the adjacent driveway. Side-by-side photos
show the tubing and the finished walkway. Click
for larger image.
The stair tubing weaves back and forth between the stairs and drains
through the floor drain at the bottom of the stairs. Click
for larger image.
The control system for this project utilizes an automatic snow sensor
to initiate a call for melting and shuts down the system automatically
when the sensor is dry. The fully automated system ensures efficient
operation and complete melting. The control panel also feeds a radiant
heating system in the adjoining silo.