Multipart access covers or gatic lids are essential parts of infrastructure because they allow various underground features safe, accessible, and secure. As useful as they are, it could be difficult to source them when needed, especially when there is no expert around that can make a request based on the project’s needs.
This article will show you what you need to know to get the best gatic lids for your application. You will see the questions you need to answer before the best gatic lids are manufactured for you.
But first, what are multipart access covers or gatic lids?
What are multipart access covers or gatic lids?
If you have ever driven by an underground sewer, you would have noticed entry points that maintenance workers can use to gain access. The cover of the access point is a multipart access or gatic lid. If there is no gatic lid in place, pedestrians or pets can fall into the hole and get injured or die.
Gatic lids also cover openings leading to underground tunnels for electricity, communications cables, or junction boxes.
Gatic lids used in Australia must conform to the Australian Standard 3996-2019 to ensure safety and durability.
Because of the crucial function they perform, gatic lids are usually made to order and custom-built to fit into where they are needed. They come with detailed instructions for their installations at the construction site.
Now that you know what multipart access covers or gatic lids are, we will look at what you need to consider when sourcing for them.
What do you need to consider when sourcing multipart access covers or gatic lids?
There are several factors that you need to consider when looking for gatic lids. The first factor is what type of gatic lid will fit your project. This means you have to decide whether you need a heavy-duty gatic lid or not.
If you are not sure of the type you need, the supplier can help you decide based on the nature or requirements of your project. After taking your specifications, the supplier will come up with a suitable design.
After you have approved, the supplier will manufacture your gatic lid and ship it to you, with instructions on how to assemble it on sight. The directions will clearly label each part of your gatic lid.
It is vital that you deal will a supplier that has a competent engineering team. They must give you sound technical advice so that a critical part of your project does not fail.
The team will need the following information from you to arrive at the best design for your gatic lid:
- The exact dimension of the opening the gatic lid will cover
- The class of load expected, i.e., the size of the vehicle that will pass over it
- Whether a concrete infill or solid top is required
- The kind of chamber in your project
At our company, we have a well-trained team of engineers that are accessible during and after the design stage. They are transparent and will respect and consider your requirements to manufacture the perfect gatic lids for your projects.
Contact us today and let us use our expertise and experience to support your project.
