PAMREX Covers

PAM: products:

PAMREX MANHOLE COVERS
• ERGONOMICS
• DURABILITY
• INFILTRATION RESISTANCE
• SECURITY
• SAFETY

PAMREX manhole covers are the most technically advanced covers on the market today. Made from ductile iron — an engineered material that offers many advantages over traditional cast iron — PAMREX covers deliver unsurpassed performance in all the key areas of concern to municipal engineers.

Ergonomics

PAMREX manhole covers are designed to be ergonomically positive — that is, easy for one person to operate, with no special equipment necessary.
• Hinged design
   - Reduces physical effort required to operate by over 50%
   - Retains cover in safe and controlled way during opening and closing
   - Can be easily operated by one individual

Durability

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PAMREX manhole covers are designed to be highly durable, a benefit that is made possible by the excellent mechanical performance of ductile iron.
• Four times the load strength of typical cast iron covers
   - Capable of withstanding an average load of 120,000 lbs.
   - Far exceeds AASHTO H20 heavy-duty loading standard: (32,000 lbs.)
   - Independently tested and certified
• Gasket keeps cover silent and stable, even in heavy traffic conditions
   - Absorbs traffic shock
   - Tested for long-term durability

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Infiltration Resistance

PAMREX manhole covers are designed to reduce the level of infiltration.
• Hinge design includes innovative “dual wiper” hinge housing plug
enabling hinge to remain self cleansing
• Elastomer gasket also helps reduce wet weather inflow

Security

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PAMREX manhole covers are designed to provide a range of security options to prevent unauthorized access.
• Two locking kits are available, can be retrofitted to cover
- PENTA locking kit — special locking wrench required to open lock
- SCS locking kit — spring-released locking key required to open lock

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Safety

PAMREX manhole covers are designed for safe use by installers and maintenance personnel.
• Ductile iron
   - Product weighs 50% less than typical cast iron covers, reducing risks
     of manual material handling (MMH)
   - Safe mode of failure — even in unlikely event that cover dishes and/or
     cracks, it remains strong and stays in place
• Hinge design
   - Cover opens to 130º
   - Hinge blocking feature prevents cover from accidental closure

For more information on PAMREX Manhole covers and other PAM municipal casting products, check the promotional agent locator for the nearest CertainTeed PAM distributor or sales representative, or call 877-351-3323.

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