So you know you need to install an inspection chamber but you’re unsure on the right one for you? The amount of choice available when it comes to choosing an inspection chamber can be daunting, so we can help you!
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What is an inspection chamber?
An inspection chamber, which is commonly known as a manhole cover, is integral to an underground drainage system. It provides an access point to enable drains to be cleaned, cleared and inspected when required. Inspection chambers are also used for safety purposes by preventing people from entering drainage systems without authorisation.How to choose the right one for you?
Choosing the right products for your drainage system is an integral part of the planning and designing process, whether your project is large or small. There are a number of things to take into consideration when choosing an inspection chamber such as:
- The size of the pipe
- The type of pipe you have
- Cover level/invert level or depth
- Configuration
It’s important to understand the needs of your project:
- Is your drainage installation adoptable or non-adoptable?
- What is your proposed depth to invert from cover level?
- How many inlets do you need and at which angles?
- What is the diameter of the outlet?
Nowadays plastic inspection chambers are used as an alternative to concrete chambers as they hold many benefits. These include being:
- Safe - weighing less than concrete chambers which requires less working with confined spaces and heavy machinery.
- Versatile - flexible to all site conditions, surface or foul water.
- Consistent - factory production, easy handling and manual installation means consistent system build quality.
- Fast - installation up to 4 x quicker due to plastic chambers being smaller than concrete meaning less excavation and infill needed.
- Sustainable - A greatly sought-after quality, while the reduced weight leads to reduced transport CO2 emissions, costs, time and site traffic. They’re also fully recyclable.
- Cost Effective
Benefits of concrete inspection chambers include:
- Economic and versatile
- Reinforced build - providing durability which cuts down on breakages and site construction costs.
- Tongue and groove joint detail: Allows easy placement and is suitable to receive any seal or bedding mortar.
- The vast range sizes makes it suitable for most domestic inspection chamber requirements.
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How can we help?
How can we help?
We supply and install plastic and concrete inspection chambers. Give us a call on 0121 351 3230 to speak to one of our experts and we’ll help choose the right one for you!
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