An inside look at production in our foundry 19 July 2022 Have you ever wondered how a manhole cover is made? It's an exhaustive and complex process that takes time to complete properly. At Wrekin our state of the art foundry is fully utilised to ensure we only supply the highest quality end product every time. Today, we give you a look behind the curtain. Our production spotlight video gives you an inside view into the inner workings of an active foundry. Follow one of our access covers on its journey from design to physical product, including: Material selection Quality control steps Production of product patterns Processing of the end product And much more... Ductile iron solutions Manhole covers Gully grates Surface boxes A15 B125 C250 D400 E600 F900 B125 C250 D400 E600 Grade A Grade B D400 Pulse Manhole Covers Pulse was developed for the telecoms sector to deliver exceptional strength, stability and long-term performance. Achieve whole-life value and carbon reductions across busy networks. Unite Manhole Covers The most robust manhole cover range, packed full of features which combine to give Unite the longest life and lowest whole life cost available. Unite D400 Gully Grates Our premium Unite D400 gully grate combines new technology with proven features to deliver a super long-life and the lowest whole-life cost of any D400 gully grate. Highway Manhole Covers Highway is the most comprehensive range on the market with a huge variety of shapes, sizes and options, including our HaloHinge covers, which enable single person lifting. Highway Gully Grates The Highway range offers our most extensive variety of gully grates, including three flange, four flange and V gully grates. Highway D400 Surface Boxes Our Highway D400 surface boxes come with indexed covers, enlarged frame corners and are 70+ PSRV tested. Tristar D400 Manhole Covers Tristar D400 ductile iron access covers fully comply with BS EN 124:2015 and carry the BSI Kitemark. Tristar contains innovative design features that mark it out from the competition. Tristar Gully Grates The Tristar range of gully grates are our most competitive range to date. Our straight bar hinged gully grates address many of the most common issues related to cost-effective products. Tristar Surface Boxes Our surface boxes are all manufactured from highly durable ductile iron, which offers high strength and light performance in robust enclosures. SafeSeal Manhole Covers A15, B125 and C250 manhole covers which all incorporate a single labyrinth seal, helping to prevent odour escapes and water ingress. Cargo F900 Manhole Covers Cargo access covers are engineered to endure immense loads, providing a reliable solution for shipping, aviation, and industrial sectors with durability, strength, and dependability. Hercules D400 Manhole Covers Hercules offers a cost-effective alternative to large fabricated steel solutions for applications requiring ductile iron's strength in a 1.2m x 1.2m size. Vault D400 Manhole Covers Exceeds the requirements of LPS 1175 SR3, providing security for valuable communication assets used in the development of smart motorways and the control of matrix signs. Force D400 Manhole Covers Round, hinged, robust manhole covers, utilising our unique anti-debris technology to ensure a simple and easy lift every time. Latest news and blogs Potholes are back in the spotlight - But are we asking the right questions? Blog 06 January 2026 Potholes are once again dominating the national conversation. In a BBC News article published today, the scale of the UK’s pothole problem is laid bare. The report highlights the growing number of road defects, the impact on motorists and the increasing strain placed on already stretched local authority budgets. Article Celebrating 30 Years of Kitemark excellence Wrekin is proud to celebrate 30 consecutive years of BSI Kitemark certification, a milestone that reflects our long‑standing commitment to quality, engineering excellence and trusted performance. Dec 19, 2025 Article Christmas and New Year shutdown 2025 As we approach the festive period, we would like to thank you for your continued support throughout 2025. Below is an outline of our Christmas and New Year shutdown plan to help you schedule your orders and project requirements with confidence. Nov 24, 2025 Article Partnership with GNR Consulting to drive sustainable efficiency in the UK housing developer market We are pleased to announce a strategic partnership with GNR Consulting Ltd to bring our innovative product portfolio to the housing developer market. Nov 21, 2025 Latest news and blogs Share this page
