Landscape & Urban Design Issue 56 2022 | Page 78

LANDSCAPING SERVICES

HOWE GREEN LAUNCHES NEW LANDSCAPE 1000 SERIES

As part of its commitment to providing landscaping professionals with high performance access solutions , Howe Green has launched its new Landscape 1000 Series Floor Access Covers , which combine first class functionality with attractive affordability .
Suitable for hard landscaping applications , the latest range is available in galvanised steel or stainless steel options , providing safe and secure access to under-floor services , without compromising the overall visual appeal .
Galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461 , the single , galvanised steel , unsecured access covers are available in standard sizes directly from stock to support landscaping professionals in completing urgent projects .
Single , duct or multipart configurations in bespoke sizes and shapes with optional secured designs can also be made to order at Howe Green ’ s UK headquarters to meet each project ’ s unique floor access requirements .
Each model within the range has a FACTA A - B rating , and load ratings are achieved without the need for structural infill . Howe Green ’ s inhouse design and manufacturing experts are able to manufacture higher FACTA ratings on request .
Each access cover has a maximum stone or concrete depth of 85mm , making it suitable for installation with a diverse range of hard flooring finishes for quick and easy installation . Deeper recesses are available on request through additional reinforcement in the support structure .
To ensure the highest standards of safety when accessing under-floor services via the cover , lifting points are located within triangular corner plates . Optional threaded inserts are also available to enable the use of Howe Green ’ s unique Cover Skate lifting device , in addition to UKPN lifting keyholes .
Chris George , Business Development Manager for Howe Green , said : “ The launch of our new Landscape
1000 Series provides landscaping professionals with cost effective yet high quality access solutions that are suitable for a diverse range of hard landscaping projects .
“ At Howe Green , we are committed to continuously investing in the design and manufacture of access solutions that provide professionals with first class performance and functionality , available in the shortest possible lead times , and our new 1000 Series is a reflection of this continued dedication .”
The 1000 Series offers a maximum clear opening of 900 x 900mm , with a minimum clear opening of 450 x 450mm and an outer frame maximum of 1100 x 1100mm as standard . However , larger or smaller sizes are available on request .
For further information on Howe Green ’ s complete range of floor access solutions , visit www . howegreen . com or call 01920 463230 .
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