Reinforced Shaft Cover and Landing Slabs are an integral part of FP McCann's shafts and tunnels product range, manufactured at the Company's specialist precast concrete facility at Cadeby, Warwickshire. Both cover and landing slabs are cast to design specifications and made to order for 'just in time' delivery. On site, the slabs can be quickly installed and provide an integral secure shaft cover or internal landing.
Sizes:
Cover and Landing slabs are generally circular to match the McCann range of smoothbore shaft segments and other segmental linings. They are available in 1, 2, 3 and 4+ sections. The standard size range is highlighted below. A bespoke design facility is available for non-standard shapes and sizes.
Mix and reinforcement
Slab sections are wet cast in fabricated steel moulds and steel cage reinforced. The concrete mix design is to a standard characteristic strength of 50N/mm2 at 28 days in accordance with BS1881. Alternative mixes are available