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FRP materials are corrosion resistant, versatile and robust
Light weight, typically 1/3 weight comparable to steel
Design life 60+ years
Delivered to site in prefabricated units minimising installation schedules
Low electrical and thermal conductivity properties
Virtually maintenance free lowering overall lifecycle costs
FRP materials have no re-sale value so assists in deterring theft
Individual panel replaced if damaged or worn
Meets platform loading requirements
All Pipex Structural Pultruded Profiles and Products undergo First
Article Testing and fully meet BS EN 10204:2004 Inspection
Certificate Type 3.1
Advantages of Pipex px® HUMP®
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HUMP® Installed
The Pipex px® FRP (Fibre Reinforced Plastic) HUMP® is an innovative pre-fabricated modular raised platform system which allows access to the train for travellers with limited mobility, wheelchair users and families with pushchairs, by eliminating the large gap from train to platform found in older rural stations.
Overview:
Prior to installation of HUMP®
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This document is © Pipex px® June 2012
PXV1RHF Sarah Gill
Design
Rubber edge strips eliminate trip hazard, Mesh infill to platform sides, Slope to shed water
Modular assemblies for simple, swift & safe site installation. Typical 3m modules
Fast Track Construction
Product Options
MARRS® handrail Gutters Drainage Rear access stairs or ramps Coloured panels Tactile finishes Manhole access panels
Client Specifications
Platform may be height adjusted post installation to accommodate any ground movement/settlement
Pipex px® HUMP® Platform
Cost Considerations:
Offsite design and factory built
Highly cost effective solution
Rapid installation with minimal disruption
Total cost is a fraction of conventional build
Pipex px® supply Strongwell FRP Pultruded Profiles, EXTREN and EXTREN 23 that are 3rd party verified as fully compliant to BS EN 13706 (i.e. to required minimum mechanical properties NOT average or “typical” mechanical properties) and batch- certified as per BS EN 10204 Certificate Type 3.1 (first article testing); EXTREN is compliant to E17 Grade as standard & EXTREN 23 is compliant to E23 Grade as standard.