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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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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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.