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Product Highlights
- Certified compliance - Meets ENA TS 12-23, EN 12613:2009 and BS 2484 standards.
- Resists serious impact - Manufactured to endure hand and mechanical tool strikes.
- Waterproof and rot-proof - Protects underground cables from moisture and decay.
SKU CA750035
Manufactured from recycled polyethylene, this heavy duty underground service cover protects against serious impact from tools and machinery. With vivid colours and clear warning text, it offers reliable cable protection for electricity, water, telecoms, and gas networks.
Highly visible and rot-proof, it’s tested to ENA TS 12-23 and EN 12613:2009 for full site safety compliance.
This heavy duty underground service cable cover is engineered to deliver robust protection and clear identification for buried utilities. Manufactured from high impact-resistant recycled polyethylene, it shields high-voltage infrastructure from both mechanical and manual excavation hazards. The cover’s high visibility surface is printed with bold warning text, ensuring clear hazard recognition on any active site.
Proven against impact, rot, and environmental degradation, this solution is certified to key safety standards, including ENA TS 12-23, EN 12613:2009, and BS 2484. It prevents damage from shovels, diggers, and trenching equipment while offering a clear, immediate warning of cable below.
- Made from recycled polyethylene - Built for industrial resilience and environmental compliance.
- Bold warning message - High contrast print ensures maximum visibility.
- Protects multiple services - Use for electricity, telecoms, gas and water lines.
- Impact tested - Compliant with EN and British Standards for strength and durability.
- UK industry approved - Used by major DNOs and utility providers nationwide.
The heavy duty cable cover is suited for long-term use in trenching, infrastructure upgrades and large-scale civil engineering projects. When buried above critical utility routes, it serves as both a durable physical barrier and a vital visual alert. Designed for high-risk zones such as urban networks, industrial parks, and power distribution upgrades, it ensures workers are alerted before accidental contact with underground cable systems. Unlike lightweight alternatives, this product will not shift, warp or degrade under site conditions.
Installation teams across the UK rely on this underground service cable cover to reduce asset strikes and meet duty-of-care responsibilities. Its water and rot resistance make it ideal for sustained use even in wet or corrosive ground. In addition to protecting against hand tools, the material has been tested to resist impact from powered excavation.
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- Popular for utility infrastructure - Commonly used across electrical, water, telecoms, and gas trenching jobs.
- Trusted by national providers - Approved by UK DNOs and the National Grid for consistent use across the network.
- Industrial-grade polyethylene - Offers a superior life span and resistance to impact stress and weather.
This underground service cable cover is an essential choice for safety-conscious contractors and utility firms. Whether for new installations or legacy upgrades, the tile format provides quick installation and stable coverage. It can be laid across long lengths with ease, helping contractors maintain a uniform warning layer over buried cable protection routes. In particular, contractors working under contracts with tight HSE or reinstatement obligations will benefit from the tile’s clarity and compliance credentials.
Large civils contractors also use this cover for HS2, rail upgrades, and national grid works. Its low-profile design avoids surface bulge while delivering strength, visibility, and long-term protection. Typical installation includes high-voltage cabling (132kV and up), communications ducting, and buried supply mains—any zone where clear warning and barrier protection are essential to reduce incidents from cable below.
Physical Properties - Type A/B
| Dimension | Test Method | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Length | Tape Measure | As specified +/- 10mm |
| Width | Tape Measure | As specified +/- 2mm |
| Thickness | Vernier | A: 12 – 12.5mm / B: 10-10.5mm |
Product Performance - Type A/B
| Property | Test Method | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | BS EN ISO 527-2:2012 | Min 8.4 MN/m² |
| Impact Resistance (1) | ENA TS-12-23 Issue 4+A1:2020 | A: Class 1 and Class 2 / B: Class 2 |
| Impact Resistance (2) | TS 3.05.07 | Pass |
| Impact Resistance (3) | BS 2484:1985 | Pass |
| Impact Resistance (4) - Type A Only | BS 50520:2020+A1:2021 | Pass |
| Density | BS EN ISO 1183-1:2019 | 910 TO 990 kg/m³ @ 20°C |
| Melt Flow Index | BS EN ISO 1133-1:2011 | 0.3 - 4.0g/10mins (2.16kg) |
Compliance Type A/B
| Organisation | Specification |
|---|---|
| ENA Technical Specification | ENA-TS 12-23 Issue 4+A1:2020 |
| National Grid Technical Specification - Type B Only | TS 3.05.07 |
| SP Energy Networks | CAB-03-038 Issue No. 4 |
| Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks | SP-NET-CAB-441 Revision: 2.00 |
| British Standard | BS 50520:2020+A1:2021 |
| PAS (Publicly Available Specifications) | PAS 256:2017 |
Compliance Type B Only
| Organisation | Specification |
|---|---|
| Northern Powergrid - Type B Only | NPS/002/003 Version 6 |
| Electricity Northwest - Type B Only | Electricity Specification 400TT1 Issue 1 |
| Western Power Distribution | Engineering Specification EE SPEC:120 |
| British Standard | BS 50520:2020+A1:2021 |
What is this underground service cover used for?
It provides highly visible cable protection for buried services like power, gas, telecoms, and water infrastructure.
Is this suitable for high voltage installations?
Yes, it is ideal for 132kV installations and is compliant with multiple UK utility specifications.
What material is used in the cover tile?
Each cover is made from recycled high-density polyethylene for durability and impact resistance.
Does it protect against rot or water damage?
Yes, this cover is fully rot-proof and waterproof, ideal for damp groundworks environments.
