Upstand access covers are fitted on top of the finished structure and stand proud of the finished structure. Upstand covers provide a fully waterproof access point.
Cubis’ range of steel fabricated access covers are designed to suit each installation. Requirements such as size of opening, valve equipment and expected rate of zinc corrosion are considered before a final design is produced for approval.
Along with other options and accessories to improve performance, these access covers can be equipped with security features to help prevent unwanted access.
Upstand access covers are not accredited to LPCB security standards but are suitable for areas that are not rated as high-risk. For LPCB rated access covers, please see Citadel.
Covers are hinged and the opening aided by steel springs. Each cover is manufactured so that the cover will rise slowly or with minimal effort.
Cover lifting can also be assisted with gas struts.
Cubis has designed a number of fall-protection options including:
Safety grids can be fitted with a failsafe lock back catch.
Covers are optimised for safety during use with a safety stay that prevents the cover leaf from slamming shut when in use.
Covers are hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461. For increased longevity and aggressive environments a superior galvanising finish can be used to give a 100 (min) or 140 (min) micron zinc coating. Please refer to the Galvanizers Association's Zinc Corrosion Map to ascertain whether a higher level of galvanising is required.
Access covers can be powder-coated for aesthetic purposes.
Bespoke customer details can be included in the badge for identification and awareness.
Locked with: | Protected from: | |
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Standard Turnbuckle |
Non premeditated attack by vandals |
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Standard Turnbuckle |
Opportunist attack by vandals with tools that can easily be concealed upon their person. |
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Enhanced Turnbuckle |
Vandals forced entry using a wide selection of medium duty tools. |
For high-security access covers, please see Citadel.
Upstand access covers are suitable for areas that are not trafficked. They are intended to sit proud of the finished surface.
Upstand access covers are suitable for rural and urban locations with low to medium risk of vandalism.
For high-security access covers, please see Citadel.