Composite Access Products (CAP)™ manufactures composite covers and frames with compression molding. Unlike other composite options (RIM/RTM/SMC) CAPs use a unique proprietary combination of continuous/long and short fibers for both load AND surface strength. CAP covers pass the AASHTO M 306 Proof Load test requirements for American highways with the rating of HS-25. CAP is THE ONLY US composite cover manufacture to receive a state DOT approval letter for use "within roadway."
CAP's traffic-rated, compression-molded, composite manhole covers are Made In The USA. If "Made In USA" is not clearly on the cover top then the cover is not American -most likely Chinese. No inscribed country of origin on top? Then the cover is violating US law-19 U.S.C. §1304(e) and AASHTO M 306. Where is your municipality putting US tax dollars?
CAP's composite cover and frame mate precisely, are gasketed, and bolted for optimum seal. And because CAP's do not corrode or stick, this tight fit won't cause an opening problem. Third-party validated by a major US utility, CAP has the "best by far" watertight cover.
CAP covers prevent corrosion which weakens and can contribute to stuck covers.
Precisely mated composite covers and frames stop inflow and reduces sewer overflows. A new solution to fight water pollution
CAP covers weigh approximately half traditional manhole covers. Reduce back injuries with CAP.
Protect pedestrian safety and potential liability from falls into open manholes. No reason for thieves to steal CAPs.
Transmission requires antennae holes in traditional covers. Signals pass through CAPs from underneath. Holes & shields - unnecessary.
Pigmented covers and the CAP STONE, call attention from distance, enhance cosmetic appeal, and help match pavers.
CAP eliminates the root cause of manhole cover theft: the scrap metal content.
Heavy covers reach weight limits of trucks before volume limits - thus lighter covers reduce shipments
Composites insulate pets and people unlike rapid electric/heat conductivity.