SAC Standard Access Covers

SAC Standard Access Cover Surespan SAC flush access covers have been designed for a wide range of applications and industries; water treatment, loading bays, plant access and emergency exits.

Manufactured in magnesium alloy with marine alloy frames or alternatively stainless steel. Surespan covers offer the ultimate in design; with gas spring assisted aluminium tread plate lid, which locks in the open position with a safety hold open stay to prevent against accidental closure. Available from pedestrian rating to D400 loading in all shapes and sizes, with a variety of finishes including polyester powder coating.

Double unbroken EPDM seals incorporated in the frame help prevent the ingress of dirt and moisture offering near water and airtight seal. Any water passing the seals will be dispersed via an integral drainage channel, which is fitted with a Tailpiece Adaptor .

SAC Single Leaf Access Cover

DAC Double Leaf Access Cover

Any size can be supplied. For further information please contact us

Surespan offers a number of frame sizes, dependant on loading requirements. Please see details below for information.

SAC Lite Frame

SAC Lite Frame - Pedestrian Rated - See Classification Table below

SAC Medium Frame

SAC Medium Frame - B125 (FACTA class B) & C250 (FACTA class C) Rated - See Classification Table below

SAC Heavy Duty Frame

SAC Heavy Duty Frame - D400 (FACTA class D) Rated - See Classification Table below

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Suregrip - Non Slip


Surespan SAC floor access covers can now be offered in the 'Suregrip' non-slip range. Suregrip is a non-slip aggregate coating which is bonded to the lid of the access cover. The covers can be manufactured using calcined bauxite, a special surfacing material which has been independantly tested and proven to provide high friction contact. It has been specially developed to provide an aesthetically pleasing, high durable surface. Available in any size and can be custom made to suit individual requirements. Additional benefits include its weather, fuel and chemical resistance, which allows it so withstand extreme temperatures. Contact Surespan Sales or see Suregrip page for further details.

Surespan SAC floor access covers can now be offered in the 'Suregrip' non-slip range. Suregrip is a non-slip aggregate coating which is bonded to the lid of the access cover.

The covers can be manufactured using calcined bauxite, a special surfacing material which has been independantly tested and proven to provide high friction contact. It has been specially developed to provide an aesthetically pleasing, high durable surface.

Available in any size and can be custom made to suit individual requirements. Additional benefits include its weather, fuel and chemical resistance, which allows it so withstand extreme temperatures.

Contact Surespan Sales or see Suregrip page for further details.

Special Arrangement Access Covers

Emergency escape hatch with push bar operation

Manual gas spring assisted or electrical/hydraulic operation SAC combined with hinged side door, individually made to your exact specification or design criteria, offered with loading, fire rating and security to meet your requirements.
AND SIZE IS NO LIMIT

Standard Access Cover Options

Standard Access Cover with Gas Spring Opening

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Classification - Table

Fabricated access covers complying with the requirements of this specification shall be graded as follows:

Facta Class	Wheel Loads	Facta Class	Wheel Loads
A	0.6 tonne (5kN)	C	6.5 tonne (65kN)
AA	1.5 tonne (15kN)	D	11.0 tonne (108kN)
AAA	2.5 tonne (25kN)	E	16.0 tonne (158kN)
B	5.0 tonne (50kN)	F	24.0 tonne (237kN)

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Features

	TL - Tee Lock Standard method of opening lid from above. Brass plug protects internal cab lock keyway.			SL - Slam Lock Grade 316 stainless steel slam lock standard on all gas spring operated covers.
	HS - Hold Open Stay All gas spring operated Surespan access covers are provided with hold open stays. Designed to lock into position when the lid is fully open, the hold open stay guards against accidental closure.			CL - Cam Lock Additional locking device to ensure positive sealing.
	AL - Access Ladders Often supplied with access covers, we manufacture ladders in aluminium, stainless steel and galvanised steel.			LB - Locking Box Surespan integral locking boxes are a regular feature. Specify a locking box where additional security is required.
	EI - Electrical Interlock (Micro switch) Can be provided where there is a reqiurement for remote alarm indication or automatic light switching.			SG / LE - Safety Grill/Ladder Extension Safety grill combination ladder extension is a popular requirement.
	PH - Patented Hinge Surespan patent retractable hinges are a unique feature of the SAC access cover. The hinge mechanism has been designed to ensure that the double or triple seal configuration remains continuous and unbroken around the entire perimeter of the frame.			WR - Wind Restraint Optional wind restraints can be provided.
	DC - Drainage Connection Surespan external access covers can be fitted with a optional tailpiece drainage connection adaptor for use with 10mm bore tube.			VW - Viewing Window Sureview® glass specification: Sandwich of 10mm outer toughened and heat soaked float with 2mm clear inter layer and 10mm laminated inner. Polished edges all round.
	RH - Retractable Hand Hold The optional retractable hand hold improves the safety and convenience of ladder access.			FR - Fire Rated Surespan access covers can be rated for 3 hours fire resistance for integrity to BS476: parts 21 and 22: 1987.
	SI - Sound Insulation Surespan covers can be provided with excellent sound reduction of up to 45db Rw, measured in accordance with ISO 140-3: 1995 and rated in accordance with ISO 717-1: 1997.			PC - Powder Coated All Surespan access covers are available polyester powder coated to any standard RAL colour.
	BioCote Finish Surespan access covers are now available with a BioCote finish. BioCote is a specially formulated powder coating, with all attributes of conventional powders plus the ability to inhibit the growth of fungi and bacteria that contact the surface. www.biocote.com