With resin transfer moulded (RTM) composite having zero resale value to the scrap market, being lightweight for easy removal and easily achieving D400 load ratings where required, Fibrelite ticked all the boxes.

29 covers were specified in total:

2no. 1400 x 700mm
4no. 450 x 800mm
2no. 600 x 600mm
12no. 900 x 900mm
3no. 760 x 760mm
6no. 450 x 450mm

These Fibrelite covers are currently being installed. Rather than excavate, the covers will be sat directly on top of the manholes with a new layer of concrete shuttered on top of the existing up-stand.

Once installed, Fibrelite’s composite access covers are lightweight, durable and very strong.

Every Fibrelite cover is manufactured using high-technology RTM production methods to create a highly engineered, monolithic composite product.

• Composite is lightweight, durable and strong
• Specially designed lifting aid eliminates back injury and crushed fingers
• Non-metallic, non-conductive and will not spark
• Excellent insulator against heat
• Unaffected by underground gasses and most chemicals
• Incredibly strong monolithic structure that will not delaminate
• Treads incorporate a specialised anti-slip material equivalent to modern high-grade road surface
• Range of UV stable colors colours available that will not flake or crack

Composite covers have always been seen as a high-cost alternative to traditional metal products. However, with Fibrelite’s technological advances in the manufacturing process, the development of our B125 covers and rising metal prices, composite can now compete head to head with the likes of cast iron.