Custom Cabling Pits

Tailored Precast Pits for Critical Underground Cable Networks

Description

SVC offers custom-made, precast concrete cabling pits which provide secure housing for vital electrical and communications infrastructure. They are the definitive solution for complex civil and rail projects where standard-sized products are unsuitable, playing a crucial role in the organisation of underground cable networks.

As opposed to stormwater pits that have thinner pit wall knockout sections for pipe penetrations, cabling pits are constructed with solid walls at full thickness, providing increased strength and protection. They can be supplied with pre-cored holes and bell mouths to support cabling conduits, allowing ease of installation on-site. When installed with complementary multi-part covers made from high-strength ductile iron and precast concrete, SVC”s custom cabling pits provide an efficient solution that protects underground cable networks from ground pressure, traffic loads, and water ingress.

Built in Australia from high-strength, steel-reinforced precast concrete, our custom cabling pits guarantee maximum durability and long-term protection for critical cable networks. By manufacturing each pit and cover to suit precise project specifications, we eliminate the need for costly and time-consuming on-site adjustments, leading to significant time and labour savings on project sites.

Features & Benefits

Robust construction: Made from high-quality, locally sourced materials ensuring long-lasting performance

Fit-for-purpose design: Custom pits are subject to a client shop drawing approval process to ensure all criteria are satisfactorily met before production

Easy cable connection: Custom pits can be supplied with pre-cored holes and bell mouths for ease of installation (additional fees apply)

Full product package: Custom multi-part access covers can also be provided by SVC Civil, ensuring a complete pit and cover combination

Material Specifications

  • Made from high-strength precast concrete, minimum 40MPa
  • Reinforced with steel reo and recycled plastic fibres
  • Design life: 50 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you supply covers to suit cabling pits?

Yes, we provide a complete product solution incorporating a cabling pit and compatible cover.

Typically, cabling pits use concrete-encased ductile iron covers in Load Class B or D, which allows airtight protection. For larger-format, custom-made cabling pits, SVC can construct a multi-part cover in the required load class to ensure a fully integrated and compliant installation.

What information do I need for a custom cabling pit quote?

Please provide engineering drawings with internal dimensions, wall thickness, and the precise size, number, and location of all required conduit entries. Remember to specify the required access cover load class.

Can custom cabling pits be made to specific rail authority standards?

Yes. SVC has extensive experience manufacturing custom cabling pits and covers applicable for use in major rail projects across Australia.

We can build to the exact project specifications (i.e. 300LA, CAR) required for rail and transport infrastructure. Please consult your SVC representative to discuss your unique project needs.

What equipment is required for lifting this product?

It is crucial that all products are lifted using the appropriate lifting tools and techniques to ensure safe transportation and handling. Due to the sheer weight of precast concrete products, any product failure or failure of incorrect lifting equipment poses a high risk to people nearby.

SVC incorporates steel lifting anchors into our precast concrete products, which are compatible with either 1.3T, 2.5T or 5.0 lifting clutches (depending on product weight). Lifting clutches must be connected to the appropriately load-rated lifting chains. All clutches are available to purchase from SVC.

Note: Some SVC pit products may still include lifting holes, which are compatible with 1.0T lifting hooks. Customers must not use these holes to thread chains through for lifting; this is an incorrect technique and is very dangerous as it creates a high chance of pit wall breakage due to the stress from the chain.

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