ACCESS COVERS FOR URBAN ENVIRONMENTS
10 Sep 2019
ACO manufactures a range of high-quality access covers that enable decorative floor finishes to be maintained with minimal interference. Check out the brand new ACO Access website to find out more about the benefits of this range for your outdoor space.
The ACO Group was founded in 1949 and has since established a strong reputation as a reliable and innovative manufacturer of products for the building and construction industry. ACO was established in Australia in 1993 and is Australasia’s leading manufacturer of water and cable management products with production facilities located in Western Sydney and Goulburn, NSW.
Access covers are cover and frame systems for use in various applications such as stormwater, sewer infrastructure, electrical and communications. They are typically used outside of buildings in urban and civil infrastructure pavements. ACO manufactures an extensive range of access covers, including:
- Rhinocast® | Infill iron access covers
- Rhinocast® | Solid top iron access covers
- Urbanfil® – Tilemate | Shallow steel access covers
- Urbanfil® – Pavermate | Deep steel access covers
- Saku® | Solid top plastic access covers
- Servokat | Assisted lift access covers
ACO can configure trench runs and multipart systems for large enclosures and has dedicated product ranges for both AS 3996 and EN 124.
CLICK HERE for an overview of the range.
ACO globally manufactures and supplies quality access covers through third-party-certified foundries. It offers Australia’s widest range of cover and frame materials including iron, steel and thermoplastic, and provides an industry-leading infill and solid range in single-part, two-part, three-part, trench run and multipart configurations. All products include brass and stainless edging options for aesthetic applications. Products are tested by NATA-certified testing equipment, which is operated by fully trained and certified technicians
The new ACO Access website provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of each product and service on offer, with advice for choosing the correct system for your space, guidance for installation, and a free technical support service.
CLICK HERE to view the website.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SYSTEM
Choosing the right access cover for the given application is essential to prevent problems and product failures in the future.
Key factor considerations include:
- Loading
- Size
- Aesthetic
- Security
- Gas and water
- Orientation
- Handling
CLICK HERE to find out more about each of these considerations.
ACO’s free Technical Services support can offer additional advice and assistance in choosing the right access cover.
INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS
ACO offers an extensive range of access cover solutions for site-specific locations, requirements and challenges.
CLICK HERE to find the ideal access cover solution for your space.
SUPPORT
ACO’s Technical Services department offers obligation-free advice to ensure the correct product is chosen for each application. Extensive research and development, both independently and in conjunction with leading academic institutions and research bodies, is the cornerstone of ACO’s success.
Support services include:
Product Support
- Assistance in helping you choose the right system for your space
- Installation guidance
- Project support
- ACCTRIX® Multipart configurator to help you customise your own multipart in seconds
- Design assistance based on your technical requirements
- A range of downloads include catalogues, product drawings and installation files
Project Support
- Multipart scheduling and rebate CAD drawings to show you the necessary requirements for construction prior to installation
Revit and DWG file extension formats are available to assist planning, specification and installation.
Contact ACO for more information via the links below.