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There are different uses for a fire pit. You could cook some salmon, prepare meals with all sorts of vegetables, or make a juicy hot dog. The place is also perfect for gathering with relatives and sharing stories under the night sky. However, the fire pit does need protection from negative weather effects or animals. You could use a tarp, but it might get blown away or do damage. There is a better solution. A great idea would be to use one of ALCO’s custom made fire pit covers. The material is breathable and easy to use.

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Protection From The Elements

Winter Rated

ALCO covers provide low temperature protection for the coldest climates.

UV Rated

ALCO covers provide UV  protection for the sunniest hottest climates.

Wind Rated

ALCO covers provide extreme wind protection for the widest climates.

Rain Rated

ALCO covers provide rain protection for the wettest climates.

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When is the Right Time to use the Custom Made Fire Pit Covers?

It is advisable to put a cover on the fire pit whenever you are not using it. Make sure the fire goes out, and everything is cool. Then, remove the ash until everything is clean. Here is a list of situations in which the custom fitted fire pit covers are useful:

  • Exposure to sunlight. Slowly over time, UV rays from the sun can harm the fire pit by cracking it. The colors will start fading away.
  • When there are weather effects such as snow and rain. Moisture could erode the fire pit. Cold temperatures will freeze the moisture, and the ice might cause some external damage. With a proper cover, the fire pit will remain dry and clean. It will be ready for use whenever you need it.
  • If the garden has insects or critters. ALCO’s extra large fire pit covers can completely shield the pit. No animals will be able to can get near the pit or build nests close by.
  • The cover also offers great protection against dirt or storm debris. If your fire pit is decorative and requires good care, you will definitely need a nice cover to keep everything clean and safe at all times.
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Measuring the Fire Pit Cover

You need to measure your fire pit before buying a cover. Here are some pointers on what to look out for:

  • If your fire pit is round, you will have to measure the diameter and height. Check the distance between both ends through the center. Next, measure the distance from the ground to the top. You might want to buy a slightly shorter fire pit cover for better breathability.
  • If the fire pit is rectangular, carefully measure its width, depth, and height. Once again, it would be wise to search for a slightly shorter cover (something around one or two inches shorter).

Some Extra Tips

Proper air circulation is essential, and all custom made fire pit covers guarantee it. Browse around until you find a fire pit cover with the perfect size. If no sizes fit, try slightly larger or wider ones. When speaking to an employee, mention the type of climate you live in – is it often rainy, windy, or cold? Some fire pit covers could be more beneficial depending on the weather. Be sure to also mention how often you use the fire pit.

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Shield Your Pavilion or Porch and Patio From Sun, Wind, and Rain.

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Effective Curtain Strategy

If you have a furniture you use for outdoor relaxing during a bright sunny day and would like to protect it from wind, rain or thunderstorm then you need a patio curtain system for covering or protecting the areas where this furniture is placed, so as to maintain and enjoy them for a long time. If it rains and your furniture is not covered, the rain will drench your furniture and it will take a long time for it to get dry, even if the furniture is kept under the sun. Furniture in a wet state cannot be used for relaxation, because no one will want to sit on a wet porch. Also, if you are planning an outdoor event, it is not advisable to proceed with that event, especially when there was a serious downpour a night before, unless your furniture was covered. One of the easiest and most efficient methods of evading this challenge is by making provision of a patio curtain. With this you are assured of a successful event.



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Outdoor Curtain Enclosures

Protecting the interior of your patio is crucial and that requires the use of a barrier curtain on your patio. A custom made patio barrier curtain will provide great protection from the elements such as wind, rain, dust and temperature variations. These custom-made curtain enclosures need to fit perfectly otherwise they will not make for a good seal from the elements. That is where Alco comes in to help you take the proper measurements and to make sure that we fabricate the perfect outdoor curtain enclosure for your patio. Our team of experts will make sure that you measure properly and that your installation is a breeze from beginning to end.



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Choose a Suitable Curtain Material

Getting a custom made patio curtain enclosure is 50% taking proper measurements and 50% choosing the right material. For instance, some customers choose to have the top and the bottom of the curtain patio enclosure opaque while utilizing a clear vision panel in the middle. This vision panel allows for a line of sight. Maybe you have a beautiful backyard or a scenic view that you want to be able to enjoy. Using the clear 20 or 40 mil thickness material for this vision panel will make sure you don't miss a moment of the view. You can also choose to make the curtain entirely clear using that same material.



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Practices for Waste Management

Open Top Dumpster Covers

Open Top Dumpster Covers

Stormwater runoff and snowmelt if not channeled properly can easily be contaminated with toxic compounds such as oils, heavy metals suspended solids, grease, nutrients, and pollutants. This leads to improper storage and handling of liquid, solid and other waste materials. The best way of averting the release of pollutants to stormwater from dumpsters is to use an appropriate open top dumpster cover. These dumpster covers will keep the contents of the dumpster drive and prevents the runoff stormwater which can pollute the water table.



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Roll-off Containers Covers

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  • Avoid liquid materials from getting into waste container or dumpster.
  • Waste containers for outdoor use should be placed on low elevation pavement but far from storm drains or ditches.
  • To avoid contamination, the waste container should be placed either indoors or under a roof.
  • Once there is a sign of a storm coming, surroundings of trash containers placed outside should be swept before and immediately after the storm.
  • If your waste starts exceeding the waste container, make arrangement for a new container or increase the amount of disposal.
  • Waste containers should not be washed outdoors. Return containers to owners to help you with the washing in their facility. Wash waste containers used by the public in a sink or floor drain to channel wastewater to the sanitary sewer.
  • Employees should be mandated to use appropriate containers for the dumping of trash during office hours. Bags can be made available as an alternative to waste containers and should be taken back to the appropriate disposal unit.
  • Sanitary sewer is the best place to dispose wastewater from field facility or any disposal site that can be able to accommodate such wastewater.


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  • Every waste container should have a tight and equipped covers to help in the war against the waste of solid or liquid materials from leaking.
  • The sign, “Keep It Clean Storm Drain” should be placed on all storm drain inlet to ensure a safe environment. Placing such inscription will make employee cautious and mindful of where they dispose waste material.
  • Newly placed or renovated facility surrounding, accrued with waste material should be indoor or undercover and restricted to contain run-off.
  • Placement of waste containers should be on a flat pavement with curb around the area for the prevention of run-off.


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STORMWATER BMPS: Waste Management and Disposal

Debris Dumpster Covers

Debris Dumpster Covers

BMPs are found at metropolitan and district facilities and they are operational where there is waste, scrap, trash or debris. Major reasons why toxic compounds, oils, and grease, heavy metals, suspended solids, nutrients, and other pollutants find their way into storm water runoff and snow melt, is due to the improper storage and handling of solid, liquid and other forms of dumpster waste. The only way of stopping or preventing the emancipation of pollutants to storm water from waste handling is by proper channeling, storage, handling and management of waste by using a debris dumpster cover. The potential for storm water pollution can inherently reduce by re-use and recycling, reduce waste generation, and source reduction.



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Industrial Dumpster Covers

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Management Practices

  • All trash container lids should be closed always, except when putting or removing waste materials and kept indoors or under a roof.
  • Industrial dumpster covers should be secured at all times
  • Plastic liners are preferable in ensuring leak tightness.
  • Leaking dumpsters should be returned to the owner for replacement.
  • Do not put liquid substance in a dumpster or trash container.
  • Outdoor trash containers should be put in places of low elevation, but should not be left near storm drains or ditches.
  • Make sure your waste is picked at the appropriate time and by an approved disposal facility. If you notice your waste is exceeding the capacity of your dumpster then get a new container or increase the frequency of pick up.
  • If you must wash the dumpster container, do not wash them outdoors. Trash container should be returned to owners for cleaning at their facility.
  • During working hours, waste should be dumped at the appropriate container in the surrounding office/work site. In the absence of trash containers, bags should be used and taken back to base for appropriate disposal.
  • Industrial dumpster covers on jobsites follow the same procedures as business locations.


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Construction Dumpster Covers

Construction Dumpster Covers

Important Installation During Construction / Renovation

  • Dumpsters should be placed on a flat surface and should be properly placed in a location that is not going to allow for run off into the sewer system.
  • Construction dumpster covers should be secured at all times when not loading or unloading the container.
  • Liquids should not be placed inside of construction dumpsters which could leak out and pollute the environment.

Required Employee And Contractor Training

  • Employees and contractors whose work will generate waste, scrap, debris or other elements of trash outdoors should be trained on BMP processes.
  • Schedule training often for new employees and contractors on BMP practices.
  • Spill clean-up procedures should be taught to all employees and contractors who are required to clean up spills or leaks. See BMP: Spill Clean Up.
  • Employees and contractors who work outdoors and deal with good housekeeping and proper storage should be trained. (See BMPs: Good Housekeeping & Spill Prevention and Outdoor Container Storage, and Food Service & Waste Handling.)


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Fitted Custom Industrial Covers

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Custom Fitted Industrial Covers

Getting a custom cover for any machine or equipment is easy, whether it is big or small there is a cover for your investment. Custom fitted industrial covers are not expensive compared to the investment they protect and the cost of maintenance. The benefit of custom waterproof covers are great but to mention a few, a custom fitted cover can be used to cover a very large equipment or the smallest utensil in a company or an office. Another benefit is the fact that it covers the equipment entirely giving it a professional and smart look. Custom fitted covers for industrial equipment are manufactured with optional grommets at the bottom which to secure them properly. A custom cover will always give a neat fitted look to the product that it is covering. The waterproof vinyl used for our covers are prevents fabric flapping in the wind which causes damage. ALCO custom covers are reputable for giving a neat clean look while shielding them from damage, its sole priority is to cover content wholly giving it not only a professional look but a lasting lifespan.

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Industrial Covers Waterproof

For companies or businesses who intend to cover a group of cars or  machine, for instance a group of machines with the same size or model, they can make use of a custom cover to cover them as a group. Although more expensive than tarps or universal covers, custom covers are best for securing and protecting your equipment, cars and or machines . Custom covers are made specifically for the content and they will fit the content very well like a glove. When manufacturing custom covers, ALCO takes the responsibility of making you a cover that will protect your investment making it last longer. Our cover gives you assurance that your content will be protected from weather conditions and environmental hazards.

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Industrial Five Sided Covers

Custom five sided covers make your content look tight and professional. One advantage of using a custom five sided cover is the fact that it comes in different colors and with an optional company logo that can be printed on it. Custom covers are utilized by people who know the importance of protecting their investment. Waterproof vinyl is used for each custom cover and is either selected by the client or by our team of experts. ALCO works closely with the client putting their priority first and  working according to their specifications. We make custom multi-sided covers to any shape or size or application. We go as far as getting photos of the product that is being covered to enable us to give it a perfect fit. If you are unable to give us the size and dimension of the content we will mark up your photo and send it back to you.

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Outdoor Enclosure For All Round Weather

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What New Look Do You Have In Mind For Your Space?

The function of a patio in your home is to create a new look in your home and give family and friends comfortable feeling, provide a safe place for plants under harsh weather condition, shade for pool etc. imagine using a patio enclosure if you are having a get-together party without thinking of weather it will rain, cool right? If you intend to change the seating position in your restaurant or would like to maximize the outdoor seating space for times when the weather is bad with the use of a curtain. If you deal with products that can be easily affected by light, the outdoor curtain can be used to shield this product, also it protects your clients from intense sunlight. The most important thing to know before making an order for a patio is how you want your space to be utilized, then we can make a custom design patio enclosure for your outdoor space.



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Which Material Will Suit My Home Or Businesses?

One thing you should know about our products is that they come in various colors and materials. One of the most ordered outdoor curtain is the vinyl patio enclosure which provides nearly invisible protection, or you can choose a color of vinyl cloth that will suit the design of your home or business. Seeing is believing and can help you in making choices especially when it has to do with the outcome of a space where a patio enclosure is installed. If you want to install a patio enclosure or outdoor curtain with zipper system to your business or home, appearance on how it will look is important, so we urge you to take some time and go through our gallery to see possible projects you will like to try in your space.



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What Kind Of Protection Do You Expect From Your Patio Enclosure?

There are different reasons why we use patio enclosure but the basic reason for using a patio enclosure is to make the outlook for your event colorful, attractive and offer UV protection. Using the right patio enclosure guarantees you of a functional space for your home and businesses where all can feel welcome to relax. One need to consider some factors before choosing an outdoor curtain or blind and an enclosure to enhance your space. Ponder on the following questions before taking the next step in purchasing a patio enclosure. Our products are designed to offer airtight seal that keeps out elements making the space either cool or heated up by you. Rain, Snow, Wind, and Dust are elements that should be kept off your property and guests. If the radiation coming from the sun is a challenge, our outdoor curtain and valor blinds will suit the solution for discomfort and lighting control over your space.



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