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Melba Swintex · SKU:
100002
Melba Hawk Trench Cover - 1200mm x 800mm
Melba Hawk trench cover, 1200 x 800mm. Tested to over 400kg, anti-trip edges, 100% recyclable HDPE, spans trenches up to 700mm. UK made.
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Melba Hawk Trench Cover - 1200mm x 800mm
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Why it works
Built to take the load and keep pedestrians safe
Tested to over 400kg
Internal steel bars and high-impact HDPE carry heavy loads without splintering or shattering.
100% recyclable HDPE
Moulded from tough, UV-stabilised HDPE that is fully recyclable at end of life.
Anti-trip smooth edges
Gradual bevelled edges and a smooth finish reduce trip and snag risks around pedestrians.
Four fixing holes
Four fixing points let you secure the cover firmly to the ground over an open trench.
Made in the UK by Melba
Manufactured in the UK by Melba Swintex, the first blow-moulded trench cover on the market.
Overview
Melba Hawk Trench Cover - Overview
The Melba Hawk Trench Cover is a 1200 x 800mm blow-moulded cover made in the UK by Melba Swintex. It bridges open trenches on footpaths and highways, is tested to withstand over 400kg thanks to internal steel bars, and has anti-trip edges plus a carry handle for an easy single-person lift.
400kg
Load tested
700mm
Max trench width
13kg
Weight
40mm
Depth
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 1200mm |
| Width | 800mm |
| Depth | 40mm |
| Weight | 13kg |
| Max trench width | 700mm |
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Material | UV-stabilised HDPE (high-density polyethylene) |
| Colour | Yellow (custom colours to order) |
| Load rating | Tested to over 400kg |
| Fixing | 4 fixing holes |
| Compliance | BSI standards compliant |
| Recyclability | 100% recyclable |
| Origin | Made in the UK by Melba Swintex |
| Per pallet | 40 per single pallet |
In use
Where the trench cover is used
The Melba Hawk Trench Cover suits any site where an open trench or excavation needs covering safely.
- Utility and highway works
- Footpaths and pedestrian walkways
- Live carriageways and verges
- Temporary site access over dug areas
Frequently asked questions
What load can the trench cover take?
What load can the trench cover take?
It is tested to withstand over 400kg, with internal high-strength steel bars and high-impact HDPE that will not splinter or shatter under heavy pedestrian and light vehicle loads.
What trench width does it cover?
What trench width does it cover?
The 1200 x 800mm cover spans trenches up to 700mm wide, leaving a firm bearing edge each side of the excavation so the load is carried safely onto solid ground.
Is it safe for pedestrians?
Is it safe for pedestrians?
Yes. It has smooth, gradual anti-trip edges and no sharp points, so people can cross safely on footpaths and pedestrian walkways.
Can it be fixed down?
Can it be fixed down?
Yes. There are four fixing holes so you can secure the cover to the ground over an open trench wherever a fixed cover is needed.
How heavy is it and can one person lift it?
How heavy is it and can one person lift it?
It weighs 13kg and has an ergonomic moulded carry handle, so it is an easy single-person lift and quick to reposition between uses.
What is it made from?
What is it made from?
It is blow-moulded from UV-stabilised HDPE with internal steel bars for strength, and is 100% recyclable at end of life.
Does it come in other colours?
Does it come in other colours?
It is supplied in yellow as standard, with custom colours available to order for larger quantities. Ask our team about trade-account pricing for bulk orders.
