These heavy-duty platforms provide a stable, high-visibility surface for transitioning vehicle and pedestrian traffic over open excavations. Designed as a robust alternative to heavy steel plates, each 84-lb unit features a slip-resistant texture and high-grip edges to ensure site safety.
Features & Applications
This versatile system is ideal for utility maintenance in gas, water, and telecoms, as well as municipal projects requiring safe, compliant access. The modular design includes interlocking infill strips to create smooth, anti-trip platforms. Accessibility ramps are available to ensure a gentle 1:12 slope, meeting regulatory standards for safe public and worksite navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the specific weight capacities for different types of traffic?
The units support a 7,710-lb vehicle load over a 35-inch span or pedestrian traffic up to 880 lbs over a wider 47-inch span.
Can gas measurements be taken without removing the cover during utility inspections?
Each cover features an integrated gas monitor drill point, allowing operators to take measurements while the trench remains safely covered.
How should these units be handled and stored to ensure a long service life?
Safe installation requires a two-person lift, and up to 20 units can be stacked in a dedicated steel stillage for secure transport and storage.