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Highway D400 HaloHinge Manhole Covers

Highway HaloHinge D400 has been specifically designed and produced to meet the advanced requirements of National Highways CD 534 v0.2.0. This product is ideal for group 4 applications. The Hinge and Life Out mechanism allows the covers to be safely removed by using our unique safety keyways and standard BS 7903 lifting keys. Additionally, they can be hinged up to 100 degrees and securely locked, which promotes better safe working practices.

Highway D400 halo hinge

Hinge and Lift Out (HALO)

HaloHinge boasts an innovative design. The covers are fully removable using standard BS 7903 lifting keys, but the covers can also hinge to 100 degrees, remaining captive within the frame and free from risk of accidental closure.

The hinges are located on the inside of the frame. This simple yet unique design allows for the infill surfaces to be compacted against the straight edges of the frame with ease, unlike other alternatives that have protruding hinges that are difficult to compact around. Compacting equipment over the hinge housing can apply destructive forces to the hinge housing and foundation, making inboard hinges a superior solution.

Moreover, the inboard hinges prevent hinge pockets from clogging with dirt and debris, ensuring that the hinges operate reliably and promote better health and safety. Additionally, Highway HaloHinge covers are compatible with GritBlocker, the anti-blockage keyway insert that provides unblocked keyways at every operation.

Features

  • Covers open in sequence using standard BS 7903 lifting keys for safe, controlled access.

    Sequential cover opening
  • Hold covers securely open to prevent accidental closure during access.

    Safety stop hinges
  • ClearBore fully enclosed hinges prevent debris ingress, ensuring smooth, unrestricted movement.

    Anti-debris hinge
  • Concealed hinges sit within the frame, protecting them during installation and preventing debris blockage.

    Inboard hinge icon
  • Independently tested by a UKAS-accredited laboratory to achieve a PSRV value of 70+ on the chequer surface.

    PSRV tested
  • Enlarged corners spread loads evenly across the foundation, enhancing reliability and lifespan.

    Enlarged frame corners
  • Complies with CD 534 v0.2.0.

    CD 534 v0.2.0 logo
  • Built-in lifting points allow safe mechanical lifting, reducing manual handling and improving on-site safety.

    Mechanical lifting point
  • Optional ID badge supports RFID, NFC and IoT connectivity for asset identification and tracking.

    Retrofittable badge
  • Safety keyways prevent accidental lifting key disengagement during handling for safer operation.

    Safety keyway

Square or rectangular manhole covers

Stock code Range Clear opening
(mm)
Overall frame
(mm)
Frame depth
(mm)
Options My Wrekin Downloads
DMHT0D4/6045/KH Highway 600 x 450 810 x 660 100
DMHT0D4/6060/KH Highway 600 x 600 815 x 815 100
DMHT0D4/6767/KH Highway 675 x 675 890 x 890 100
DMHT0D4/7560/KH Highway 750 x 600 960 x 810 100
DMHT0D4/7575/KH Highway 750 x 750 960 x 960 100
DMHT0D4/9060/KH Highway 900 x 600 1,110 x 810 100
DMHT0D4/9090/KH Highway 900 x 900 1,115 x 1,115 100
DMHT0D6/6060/KH Highway 600 x 600 815 x 815 150
DMHT0D6/6767/KH Highway 675 x 675 890 x 890 150
DMHT0D6/9060/KH Highway 900 x 600 1,110 x 810 150
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Specification clauses

Download and use our specification clauses within project documentation to reference Unite and Highway product ranges for ironwork installations. These documents provide clear guidance to support specification and product selection during project planning.

Incorporating these clauses within specifications helps provide consistency in product selection and installation approach across projects involving ductile iron access covers and frames.

Retrofittable identification bolt being installed in a Unite access cover
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Retrofittable antenna options

Unite* and Highway access covers are the only ranges on the UK market to include provisions for communications equipment, such as antennas, to be installed within the cover.

Antenna in cover linked to hardware in chamber

The ID bolt provision can be used for antennas, allowing communications equipment, such as water meter monitoring, to be installed within a chamber beneath a cover while providing a strong signal above ground without the need to dig or adjust the surrounding road surface. Saving time, effort and money while minimising disruption.

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Designed and manufactured to meet the enhanced requirements of National Highways CD 534 v0.2.0 specification. The Kitemarked Highway range of manhole covers exceeds BS EN 124:2015 requirements and includes safety and longevity as standard.

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