Unite E600 now available

Our Unite manhole covers are now available in E600 variants, increasing product choice and making lives easier before and after installation.

While the technical regulation for road drainage and services is Highways England’s Design Manual for Roads and Bridges specification CD 534, local authorities have their own unique regulations and the jurisdiction to demand alternative standards on projects.

New starter establishes Wrekin's presence in Ireland

Peter Hamilton – who has more than 24 years of experience in the civil engineering industry – joins us as the region’s business development manager. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise after working for several reputable businesses within the industry, Peter has been brought in to focus on providing bespoke solutions for the market by utilising our industry-leading products.

UK’S first commemorative LGBTQ+ manhole cover is installed

A commemorative access cover, commonly referred to as a manhole cover, dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community has been created as part of a partnership between Wrekin Products and Thames Water. The cover has been designed to symbolise and immortalise the organisations’ allegiance to the community and their commitment to increasing diversity on the streets of the UK.

Wrekin bolsters team with two senior appointments

Wrekin Products has welcomed two highly experienced industry professionals to further support the firm’s ethos of finding and providing the right solution for each client.

A simple solution to stopping raw sewage pollution

Raw sewage was discharged into England’s waterways more than 400,000 times during 2020, according to latest Environment Agency figures. Foul drains that leak or overflow allow untreated effluent to enter storm drains, ultimately polluting our rivers and seas.

Solutions for Highways and Infrastructure

We are at a significant point in the UK’s history with investment pouring in to solve the creaking infrastructure that surrounds us. This includes solutions to the congested roads in our cities, towns and villages, as well as the inter-city road and rail networks which are in need of renewal.

Expanded range of round manhole covers and new reducer rings coming soon

Wrekin have recently expanded their range of 450mm diameter manhole covers to suit PPIC installations in a wide range of loading environments. The ductile iron products in this range are able to receive a universal and retrofittable ‘safety reducing ring’. 

ClickLift: The first product to be adopted by Anglian Water for Housing Developments

We has recently become fully approved by Anglian Water for our innovative ClickLift system – meaning the patented product is now fully approved for groundworker use on housing developments within the Anglian Water network.

The importance of site visitations when specifying steelwork

Due to a lack of regulations and agreed industry standards, specifying the right steelwork for a project can be a minefield. Paul Shaw, director of fabricated steel at Wrekin Products, discusses the importance of expert site visitations when it comes to engineering cost-effective, long-lasting, and practical solutions.