INNOVATION
IN COMPOSITES
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Infrastructure
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MCL have developed
a range of
composites solutions
for the civil
engineering industry
for use in a variety
of applications.
Composite
GRP
offers
many benefits over iron or
steel:
.Strong
.Lightweight
.Corrosion resistant
.Maintenance free
.Cost-effective
.No theft value
.Non-conductive
.Non-sparking
.Suitable for telemetry
Who we are
MCL are one of Europe’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of
engineered composite products for the utility, construction and
infrastructure markets.
Working daily in partnership with utility companies, design consultants, building
contractors and civil engineers in many sectors throughout the UK and Europe, MCL
are at the forefront of innovative progress. MCL are committed to the design,
manufacture and evolution of products which support global infrastructure
developments. We provide a unique range of composite civil engineering products
which are extensively installed within the water, waste water, power,
telecommunications, rail and highways market sectors.
MCL supplies its range of well known and trusted products both in
the UK and abroad.
Market Sectors
• Highways
• Traffic
Signals/Street
Lighting
• Water and
Wastewater
• Power &
Energy
• Rail
• Renewable
Energy
• Construction
• Security
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Innovation & Reliability in Engineered Composites
Content
TM
RapidSTACK Access Chamber System
Pages 3 - 5
TM
MCC RapidSTACK Chamber and Kiosk
Page 6
TM
RapidSTACK+ Access Chamber System
Pages 7 - 8
Composite Pole Retention Sockets
Pages 9 - 10
Manhole Covers and Frames
Pages 11 - 13
Composite Footway Boards and Ramps
Page 14
Composite Road Plates
Page 15-16
Corporate Overview
Pages 17 - 18
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RapidSTACK TM
TM
MCL’s RapidSTACK chambers are a superior alternative to traditional
class B engineering brickwork, blockwork or reinforced cast concrete
and plastic chambers on the market.
TM
RapidSTACK is extremely quick to install as there is no need for a concrete
surround or internal bracing, is available in a wide range of sizes and is highly cost
effective with significantly lower labour, plant and road closure costs.
TM
RapidSTACK is lightweight - the sections and smaller rings conforms to HSE
manual handling regulations for ‘one man lift’ weighing less than 16kgs. The
chambers are tested to EN124: B125, D400 and E600 loadings.
TM
RapidSTACK’s unique design of interchangeable sections provides a flexibility of
clear opening chamber sizes, simply bolt four sections together to create a
stackable ring. Each ring is 150mm deep, stack the rings together in the
pre-prepared excavation to create a chamber of the required depth. Visit
mcl-infrastructure.co.uk for full installation guidelines.
TM
RapidSTACK Range and sizes
B125 - White
D400 - Grey
E600 - Black
Fire Retardant - Cream
Interchangeable Sections
Example bespoke lengths made
to order
Standard lengths available
Ex Stock
Lead-times apply
450mm
750mm
1000mm
1500mm
2400mm
2800mm
600mm
850mm
1220mm
1800mm
2500mm
3300mm
675mm
900mm
1300mm
2000mm
2600mm
4000mm
Delivery Options
Available flat-packed:
TM
Up to 120No. RapidSTACK sections per pallet
Reduced storage space on site
Use/build only when required
Fully interchangeable
Fixings supplied
Available fully assembled:
Rapid installation
Pipe entry cutting available
Fitting of chamber furniture available
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The Complete Access Chamber Solution
Unique design of
interchangeable
sections
Wide range of
sizes available
Depth in
multiples
of 150mm,
stackable system
Fully assembled
or flat-packed
for transport
cost savings
Full range of cover
& frames available
to suit application
Pre-drilled duct
entries available
to customer
specification
Extremely quick
to install
Full range of
chamber furniture
and cable
management
kits available
kg
Technical support
available – from
design through
to installation
B125, D400
& E600 loadings
Tested to perform
to the vertical
load requirements
specified in
pr-EN 124 and
BS EN124: 1994
No internal bracing
required during
initial installation
Design
Ribbed structure design maximises chamber performance
Resistant to both vertical and lateral loads/forces
76mm wide bedding area - cover and frame fits directly on top
Four modular panels bolted together within each corner
Moulded integrated up-stand ensures that the chamber rings
fit tightly together
Cavities within each chamber section ensure that specified
backfill fills each void increasing chamber stability (ideal in
areas of high water tables)
Typical Installations
Rail chamber
Thermal heating
Highways Chamber
Multiple duct entries
High pressure water main
Security chamber
Bespoke chamber
Water pressure pipe
Large gas valve chamber
Multiple duct entries
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RapidSTACK TM Highways
TM
MCL’s RapidSTACK Highway Communication
Chambers are fully compliant with the current
specification for highway works, 1500 series, and
are the preferred solution for highways jointing
chambers. All chamber sizes are suitable for
specified chamber sizes and are manufactured to
the latest MCX0815 specification.
TM
Each RapidSTACK chamber ring has a unique 76mm bedding
area for the specified cover to sit on, ensuring that the full
B125 or D400 loading is accurately distributed. As a result of
the high strength of MCL’s Highway communication chamber,
no internal bracing is required during the installation process.
MCL Highways Communications chambers for England and Wales
Badged
Loadings
Chamber
Sump Chamber Cover & Frame
(L)
(W)
(D)
Hinged?Locking?
(W/Way)
Type
specified by HA
Type
Base Furniture
TM
RapidSTACK+
Type ‘T’ Chamber
300mm
300mm
600mm
No
No
Composite
B125 Composite
No
Yes
No
450mm
450mm
600mm
No
No
Composite
B125 - Composite
D400 - Ductile Iron
No
Yes
No
600mm
450mm
600mm
No
No
Composite/Ductile Iron D400 - Ductile Iron
No
Yes
No
750mm
675mm
1050mm
No
No
Ductile Iron
B125 & D400
Ductile Iron
Yes
Yes
Yes
1300mm
850mm 1050mm
Yes
Yes
Ductile Iron
B125 & D400
Ductile Iron
Yes
Yes
Yes
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘Loop’ Chamber
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘C’ Chamber
B125 - Composite
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘B’ Chamber
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘A’ Chamber
Please refer to current Highway Specification for clarification on preffered access chamber size and installation details
MCL Highways Communications chambers for Scotland
Chamber
Type
Sump Chamber
Base Furniture
Cover & Frame
Type
(L)
(W)
(D)
450mm
450mm
600mm
No
No
Composite/Ductile Iron
600mm
600mm
600mm
Yes
No
1300mm
1000mm
600mm
No
1300mm
850mm 1050mm
Yes
Loadings
Badged
specified by HA Hinged?Locking? (W/Way)
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘Loop’ Chamber
B125 - Composite
D400 - Ductile Iron
No
Ductile Iron
B125 & D400
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Ductile Iron
B125 & D400
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ductile Iron
B125 & D400
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘B’ Chamber
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘C’ Chamber
TM
RapidSTACK
Type ‘A’ Chamber
Please refer to current Highway Specification for clarification on preffered access chamber size and installation details
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MCC Kiosk with Chamber
Following consultations with water companies about the challenges of AMP6, MCL considered
how the group’s existing range of composite products could be combined to deliver value to our
customers. MCL Utility, supplying the water sector with GRP kiosks and enclosures, identified
an opportunity for MCC kiosks.
Traditionally, the power to a motor control centre is fed
through the top left-hand side of its kiosk or from
underneath through a concrete chamber. Most often the
underground entry method is used due to the problems
associated with overhead cabling.
The MCL solution resolves the issue of civil construction
of a bottom entry concrete
base by combining the kiosk
TM
with a RapidSTACK chamber.
The combination offers a unique opportunity for
innovation and standardisation. With a standard width
and depth, the length of the chamber suits the MCC, in
increments of 1m up to 11m long. With both elements of
the package being built off-site, up to two weeks are
saved on site which reduces costs and lowers the risk of
accidents.
Step 1: RapidSTACK chamber
assembled off-site complete with
cable bearers, step irons and
pre-drilled duct entries.
Step 2: Chamber positioned onto
prepared concrete base then
surrounded by concrete/backfill/
MOT type1 to surface level.
Step 3: Control panels delivered
and placed onto pre-installed
bearers.
Step 4: GRP kiosk delivered
full-assembled and fixed down
Reduced project design time
Standard manufacturing processes
Shortening lead-times
Efficiency in construction with off-site build and
standard assembly methods
Ensuring high-grade, low maintenance, long-life
installations
Significantly reduced material and installation costs
Less disruption on site
Ideal for wastewater and clean water sites
as well as other industries
Fixed Height Chambers
MCL Joint Boxes were originally designed for the cable
TV industry in which their many benefits are widely recognised. Utility and other market sectors have also adopted
Joint Boxes for their underground cable duct chamber
requirements.
Product
Reference
Width
Depth
Height
JB23
512
277
482
JB26
698
349
565
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TM
RapidSTACK+
MCL have designed and developed a ground breaking, fast build, ducted chamber system for the Utility and
TSSL markets.
RapidSTACK+™ overcomes the problems associated with conventional
access chambers which require concrete surround, making the system
extremely cost effective during the installation process. Achieving B125
loading with an integral composite cover, the patented, interchangeable
RapidSTACK+™design is available in sizes ranging from 290mm x 275mm
to 1200mm x 600mm.
RapidSTACK+™ is extremely quick to install - simply bolt four sections
together to create a stackable ring. Each ring is 150mm deep, stack the
rings together in the pre-prepared excavation to create a chamber of the
required depth. Raising pieces and ‘height and tilt’ pieces are available to
create a perfectly flush top ring which incorporates the composite cover.
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Features
RapidSTACK+™ V conventional methods
All too often, projects using visually pleasing hard
landscaping products are blighted by service duct
chambers that are surrounded by an infil of concrete
which destroys the overall effect. The concrete can crack
and disintegrate and, over time, this area traps litter and
becomes an unsightly potential trip hazard.
No need for galvanised or ductile frame support
No need for concrete surround, eliminating time and cost
during installation
Rebated design enables B125 composite cover to fit flush
with chamber
Knock-out duct entries - no drilling required
Decorative concrete, tarmac, block paviours, slabs etc. can be
laid directly alongside the chamber creating a level surface
Complete system – manufactured from a mixture of
thermoset moulding compounds
Problem
Central removable beam (CRB) supporting twin covers on
larger chambers
Solution
Benefits
Typical Installations
Complies with health & safety requirements ‘one man lift’
O
Performs against diverse temperature changes from -40 C to
O
+140 C (will not soften by heat or brittle by frost)
Can be supplied fully assembled or flat-packed for transport
cost savings
Composite covers have approved anti-slip design, optional
locking
Telemetry reading can be made directly through the
composite cover
Much stronger than typical thermoplastic alternatives
Resistant against aggressive soil conditions
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Sizes available
Clear Opening mm
290 x 275 x 150
900 x 450 x 150
300 x 450 x 150
900 x 600 x 150
450 x 450 x 150
900 x 900 x 150
600 x 450 x 150
1200 x 450 x 150
600 x 600 x 150
1200 x 600 x 150
Knock-out duct entries
Now available with additional duct entries
275mm section
290mm section
300mm section
450mm - 3 knock-outs per section
450mm section
600mm section
900mm section
1200mm section
600mm - 4 knock-outs per section
Delivery Options
Available flat-packed:
TM
Up to 480No. RapidSTACK sections per
pallet (240 for larger sizes)
Reduced storage space on site
Use/build only when required
Available fully assembled:
Rapid installation
Assembled standard rings with assembled
top rings (integral, locking cover fitted) or
assembled complete chambers
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Pole Retention Sockets
Following the successful launch of the composite 115mm pole
retention socket, MCL have developed a range for illuminated and
non-illuminated poles and columns up to 168mm diameter.
The Pole Retention Socket range allows a damaged or destroyed traffic
signal pole or lighting column to be replaced in minutes. Once installed, the
anti-rotational cam locking mechanism holds the pole in place, loosening
the mechanism with a socket or ratchet enables fast removal and
replacement TMof a damaged pole.
Combined with the widely used
RapidSTACK+ access chamber, the MCL system offers many advantages
over traditional ductile iron or steel sockets. The MCL guard rail socket and
loop box compliments our comprehensive range of products for the Street
Furniture, Traffic Signals, Street Lighting and Communication markets.
MCL retention sockets have been tested in conjunction with passively safe
support structures that meet the requirements of EN12767. The retention
sockets show no signs of mechanical failure and work effectively after
several impacts. MCL retention sockets do not adversely affect the passive
safety perfomance of the support structure.
Replace a damaged pole or column in minutes
The Complete Composite Solution
Highly cost-effective
Quick and easy installation
For steel and aluminium poles
Lightweight
100% non-rusting materials
Anti-rotational locking mechanism
Twin cam-lock design resulting in no damage to columns
(115mm, 140mm, 145mm, 165mm & 168mm)
Manufactured in the UK, national distribution
Rotating collet within the guard rail socket for ease of
orientation
Illuminated and non-illluminated systems
Range
50x50mm
Guard rail
socket
50x60mm
Guard rail
socket
76mm
Ø pole/
column
socket
115mm
Ø pole/
column
socket
140mm
Ø pole/
column
socket
145mm
Ø pole/
column
socket
165mm
Ø pole/
column
socket
168mm
Ø pole/
column
socket
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Typical Installation
Top surface
(example shown block paving)
Top section (incorporating anti-rotational
pole clamping mechanism)
Traffic signal pole/
lighting column
Surface ground level
Connecting tube
(cut to desired height)
Locator plate
Connecting tube fully
located into both locator
plate and top section
____________________________________________________
FOR ILLUMINATED POLES
FOR ILLUMINATED POLES
Existing ducting
(smoothbore
or twinwall)
Duckfoot bend
(bottom section)
Lay duckfoot bend level
onto hardcore, gravel or
concrete base
Duct pipe fully inserted
into duckfoot bend
Typical Installations
MCL Loop Box
The MCL composite loop box
is quick to install in the
carriageway against the kerb
or away from the kerb and
achieves C250 loading.
Designed
for
use
with
general purpose duct bends
and
general
purpose
connections
for
deeper
installations, the MCL loop
box is resistant to water
ingress.
Choice of four knock-out
entry points for loop
tails in the side walls
o o
o o
80mm Ø cable exit
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Manhole Covers & Frames
MCL offer a comprehensive range of covers and frames suitable for all applicaitons. Manufactured from
galvanised steel, ductile iron or GRP composite, depending on the loading of the chamber, MCL offer a suitable
cover for the chamber size required.
Loading
Composite
Ductile Iron
B125
B125 / C250 / D400
Steel
Concrete Infill
FACTA A, B, C, D
FACTA A, B, C
(slow moving wheel load)
(slow moving wheel load)
Anti Slip
Surface Design?
Secondary Security
Cover Available?
Locking
Options?
Recessed?
Hinged
Available?
Badging Options?
Spring Assisted?
Loadings
Gross laden vehicle weight
(slow moving)
FACTA
Class
EN124
Class
A
A15
Internal & external areas which can only be used by pedestrians or cycles ie.
toilets, changing rooms, footways and cycle lanes
AA
N/A
Very light Industrial areas where small trolleys and private cars / vans can
manoeuvre ie. domestic driveways, trolley parks etc.
AAA
N/A
Delivery / service areas, shopping malls and light industrial areas
B
B125
Pedestrian precincts, forecourts, commercial / delivery parking areas
C
C250
Factories, Industrial plants, special axle loads and kerbside drainage
Up to 44 Tonne
D
D400
Heavy duty plant areas, carriageways and industrial service roads where fast
moving HGVs reach speeds of 20mph max.
Special application vehicles
E
E600
Dockside and container storage areas where heavy transporters operate.
Special application vehicles
F
F900
Civil and military airfield aprons, where particularly heavy wheel loads are
imposed by aircraft and towing vehicles.
Pedestrian duty
5 Tonne
10 Tonne
Up to 44 Tonne
Special conditions only
Up to 44 Tonne
Special conditions only
Special conditions only
Commercial & Bespoke
MCL offer a comprehensive range of fabricated chequer plate and block infill
covers. Our range includes a standard range of both single and twin units, bespoke
and specialist covers which are available within a set lead-time. Technical and site
support is available on request, ensuring our clients’ needs are fully supported. A
full range of options are available including double seal, locking, hinges, hasp and
staple box and torsion spring assisted lift.
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Ductile Iron
TM
Often utilised with RapidSTACK commercial B125 & D400
chambers, MCL offer a full range of manhole covers & gully
grating which are manufactured in accordance to BS EN124 :
994. The majority of access covers hold BSI Kitemark
certification and, where applicable, meet Highway Agency
specification HA104/02.
The standard range of ductile iron covers is available in
B125 or D400 loadings.
Ductile Iron Range Size - Clear opening mm
450 x 450
900 x 600
600 x 450
900 x 900
600 x 600
1220 x 675
675 x 675
450 x 600 (Badged Motorways Communications optional)
750 x 675 (Badged Motorways Communications optional)
1300 x 850 (Badged Motorways Communications optional)
MOD Specified Sizes B125 (grass)
MOD Specified Sizes D400 (carriageway)
Typical Installations
Concrete Infill Covers
Concrete Infill Size Range - Clear opening mm
380 x 230
550 x 315
730 x 460
520 x 190
600 x 450
918 x 445
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GRP Composite
A wide range of sizes are available from 275mm x 290mm
for the smallest inspection chamber, to 600mm square.
Manufactured in the UK at MCL, GRP composite covers
are tested and certified in accordance with BS
EN124:1994. All composite covers weigh less than 25kg,
conforming to current manual handling guidelines, and
are chemically resistant to engine oil, diesel and petrol.
Size (clear
opening) mm
For use
with
RapidSTACK+
Supplied
with
Galvanised
frame
Single
Twin
290 x 275
300 x 450
450 x 450
450 x 600
600 x 600
900 x 450
900 x 600
TM
Composite cover sits within the recessed RapidSTACK+
chamber ring
900 x 900
1200 x 450
TM
Fitted into a galvanised frame to suit the RapidSTACK
B125 chambers
1200 x 600
Anti-slip design / optional locking / telemetry reading
possible / badging available (additional cost applies)
1200 x 1200
1800 x 450
Tested in accordance with BS EN124:1994 Loading
1800 x 600
Galvanised Steel
MCL offer an extensive range of UK manufactured, domestic, commercial and bespoke galvanised steel covers and
frames including pressed steel, recessed and block paviour covers for driveways etc. Our range of covers include
single, twin and multiple specialist covers and are tested and certified to BS EN124:1994 or FACTA class loadings.
• Spring assisted
• Hidden hinged lid
• Recessed for concrete infill
• Chequer plate
• Recessed block paviour cover
• Twin folding
MCL supply an extensive range of steel covers for domestic use including pressed steel manholes, recessed internal
covers and block paviour driveway access covers. All covers are available within short lead-times in a wide range of
clear opening and weight loadings and are galvanised to BS EN IS0 1461.
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Trench Covers & Ramps
Trench Covers
The MCL trench cover enables utility
companies and their contractors to quickly
deploy a safe, secured cover across a trench in
a footpath, maintaining pedestrian and light
vehicle access along footpaths.
Judged ‘Best Practice’ by National Grid
For maximum vehicle weight of 2000kg, evenly
distributed , with a single load per wheel maximum of 500kg
Dimensions of 1200mm x 800mm
Encapsulated steel reinforcement, slip resistant surface
Lightweight – 18kgs per trench cover
Approved to National Grid Gas standard T/SP/E/42
HAUC approved
Compliant with DETR ‘Safety at Streetworks and
Roadworks Code of Practice’
Anchor points at each corner
Available with the Radlock Series 12 locking mechanism
The problem:
The solution:
Ramps
The MCL footpath ramp completes the range of footpath
access systems maintaining a clear footpath for
pedestrians and wheelchair users when diverted from the
path to the carriageway during road works.
Wheel retainers to prevent slipping over the edge
Suits up to 15cm kerb height
Stackable for transport and storage
Maximum load 250kgs
Weight 7.5kgs
Slip resistant surface
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Composite Road Plate System
MCL’s Composite Road Plate System is ideal for the
utility and infrastructure market sectors.
The MCL carriageway system enables utility companies
and their contractors to quickly deploy a safe road
crossing over a trench thereby maintaining traffic flow
and avoiding congestion. The product is very simple: an
interlocking composite plate system with a patented
locking mechanism to fasten it into place in minutes. The
many advantages of this system over the traditional steel
roadplates include being lighter and quicker to install,
increasing site operator safety due to being a two-man lift
and increasing road safety due to its high visibility and
non-slip surface. A standard road crossing is deployed in
minutes without drilling the road surface, therefore
reducing congestion like never before.
For linear trenches, road crossings and core-vac works
National Grid ‘Best Practice’
Tested and recommended for use by the Transport
Research Laboratory (TRL)
Testing sponsored by Transport for London (TfL) and the
Department of Transport
No need for specialist lifting equipment to deploy
Lifted into place with standard manhole lifting keys
Quickly locked down and secured in place with the Radlock
Series 15 locking mechanism and a torque wrench
Interlocking boards with an ‘anti-slip surface’ design
Spans trench up to 700mm in width, any length of run
TRL Recommendation
The newly developed Carriageway Road Plate System board
was internally load tested in June 2012, and exceeded the
required loading of 5.75 tonnes by a significant margin. In
August 2012 the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) in
Wokingham commenced testing of the whole system. This
testing is sponsored by Transport for London (TfL) and the
Department of Transport as part of their undertaking to find
quick wins in reducing congestion on London’s road network.
The test included an accelerated test on a specially designed
rig, which passed a loaded rotating lorry wheel 65,000 times
at loads of between 4 and 5.75 tonnes over the system at
speeds of up to 20mph. The Transport Research Laboratory
completed the testing of our system on the 5th November
2012 and recommended for use.
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For Road Crossings
For Core & Vac
For Linear Trenches
Road Plate Packs and features:
Road Crossing Pack
10 no. 1516mm x 590mm inner plates
Maximum Trench Width 700mm.
2 no. 1516mm x 790mm outer plates
Each inner composite road plate weighs 44kg and can
be lifted using manhole keys by two operatives.
12 no. Radlock Series 15 Locking Mechanism
Each Radlock Series 15 locking mechanism weighs 5.2kg.
Center Crossing Pack (Inner plates only)
Each end composite road plate weighs 48kg and can be
lifted using manhole keys by two operatives.
12 no. 1516mm x 590mm inner plates
Maximum vehicle weight 44000kg 5750kg Single Wheel Load.
12 no. Radlock Series 15 Locking Mechanism
Maximum vehicle speed over the system is 30mph
(recommended safe max 10mph).
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Who We Are
MCL are one of Europe’s leading manufacturers
and suppliers of engineered composite
products for the utility, construction and
infrastructure markets.
We are one of:
Production capabilities and expertise of four group
companies take products from innovative new concept
designs and prototypes to high volume manufacturing of
precision components, and assembled products, for highly
demanding environments.
Securbilt TM
LPCB security
rated kiosks
RapidSTACKTM
B125 & D400
chamber systems
Railway
carriage Interior
components
Through our innovative processes, bespoke design
and development gateway, we can deliver collaborative
design projects on time, every time. Due to the groups’
unique vertical value stream, we can develop new
materials and produce cost effective samples prior
to fully manufactured tool commissioning utilising:
• Design for Manufacture - DFM, FEA, DFMEA processes
including 2D/3D CAD modelling services
• Structural calculations
• Design verification
• Validation techniques
Corbilt
TM
kiosks
RapidSTACK+
B125 chamber
system
TM
GRP door skins
This ensures that we always meet customer exacting
requirements and achieve the best added value for
all partners.
MCL evolve an idea from
• Concept design to prototype
• To production tooling
• To a product in its moulded state
Gas Care
Services GC TM
gas meter
housings
Composite
roadplate
Mitras TM meter
boxes
Composite
trench cover
Enclosures
for industrial
lighting
• To a fully finished, assembled, complete item
MCL have included QCD considerations within our quality
management system and our scope of certification
including design and development processes. These
processes satisfy the requirements of ISO9001 and,
combined with third party certification and our internal
audit processes, ensure we maintain a focus on continual
improvement, maintaining compliance and the needs of
our customer.
Enclosures
for industrial
telephones
17 Innovation & Reliability in Engineered Composites
MCL Composites, based in Biddulph Moor,
Staffordshire, who developed the first Mitras TM
box in 1975, have been at the forefront of
composite design, manufacture and supply
solutions since the 1960’s.
During this time we have supplied products to a wide
range of customers and industries and have developed
expertise and capabilities in various moulding and finishing
techniques:
• Compression moulding
MCL Industrial Enclosures produce larger kiosks
in our sizeable facilities in Fenton, Stoke-onTrent, utilising a number of different low to
medium volume manufacturing techniques.
The Gas Care Services GC TM kiosks range from a small GC2
kiosk (for larger houses) to a large walk-in kiosk suitable
for public, civic and industrial premises. Including LPCB
1175 Security Rating 3 and 4 full GRP housings, MCL
manufacture bespoke kiosks up to 25m by 10m primarily
for the electricity, gas and water sectors with optional
• Brick/stone/textured or glossy finish
• Resin-transfer moulding
• Non-metallic colour of choice
• Injection moulding
• Gas tight rooms, partitioning walls
• Vacuum fusion moulding
• Structural bases, hinged transoms
• CNC operation
• Range of fittings and accessories, electrical installation
• Final assembly tier 1/2/3
• Removable roofs, sliding hatches
• Wet spray painting
• One piece or flat-pack delivery
• Design, manufacture & installation
A division of MCL Composites, MCL Infrastructure
are specialists in underground access chambers
offering solutions that are cutting edge and highly
cost effective.
Working daily in partnership with design consultants,
building contractors and civil engineers in many sectors
throughout the UK and Europe, MCL are at the forefront of
innovative progress supplying:
• Comprehensive range of underground access chambers
• Composite manhole covers
• CSCS certified installation team
MCL Compounds have the capacity to
manufacture over 6,000 tonnes of polyester
dough moulding compound for its sister
company MCL Composites, for use in over 40%
of the MCL group’s range of products.
• Capacity 6000 tonnes per annum
• Approved fire performance grades
• Ductile iron manhole covers
• Semi-automated process
• Galvanised steel manhole covers
• ISO9001:2008, Achilles approved
• Composite pole retention sockets
• Batch control and lot traceability
• Composite road plates, footway boards and ramps
• Comprehensive material development and trial process
Call us on +44 (0)1782 375450 or visit www.mcl-grp.co.uk 18
MCL INFRASTRUCTURE
Units 3 & 4 Monarch Works
New Street
Biddulph Moor
Staffordshire
ST8 7NL
MCL Group Industries Ltd
Tel: 01782 375450
Fax: 01782 522652
Email: [email protected]
Innovation & Reliability in Composites