Keeping up with road infrastructure demands is no easy task. Even raising manhole covers every 5-10 years for road paving can cost $5,000 per manhole, plus the time spent digging, lifting, hauling, replacing, curing and waiting.
Not anymore. The Halo top riser ring system from Composite Access Products (CAP) eliminates the need for all of this. You can raise manholes in minutes, not days, while saving $5,000 per manhole, according to the manufacturer.
First of its kind
The Halo is made in the U.S. and is the first and only composite top riser ring for manhole covers, which means its patent-pending technology is the first to:
- Be designed specifically for CAP manhole covers;
- Boast stackable designs to save manpower and money; and
- Offer a one-and-done solution (the only time you’ll need another one is when you’re repaving your roads).
CAP’s top riser system runs around $300 per manhole instead of the estimated $5,000 cities spend per manhole for overlays, days of traffic control, damage to current manhole assemblies, below-frame risers rings, concrete, rebar, asphalt, labor for two or three workers, supervision, plus heavy equipment like backhoes, jackhammers, cement mixers, tampers, street saws and more.
Manhole adjustment
CAP has always been known for its durable composite manhole covers, but they’ve now taken things further. The Halo top riser ring system offers municipalities and contractors an efficient way to adjust manholes during repaving projects without the usual hassle of excavation. The Halo adds value to CAP products while slashing the costs of raising manholes, leaving more room in the budget for other pressing projects.
Typically, repaving roads means having to adjust manholes to match the new surface level, which can cause significant disruptions. With the Halo system, that problem is solved. Manholes can now be elevated in a fraction of the time, reducing road closures and labor costs.
Long-term quality, easy to use
Built from the same high-quality composite materials CAP is known for, the Halo system is not only resistant to corrosion but also provides a watertight seal to protect the sewer systems from infiltration. This means cities can expect fewer maintenance needs down the road, further driving down costs over time.
One of the standout features of the Halo system is its lightweight and stackable design, which makes future adjustments even easier and safer during subsequent repaving projects. No excavation required — just stack and adjust as needed. This flexibility ensures municipalities can continue saving money on roadwork for years to come. Plus, the Halo is about a third of the weight of concrete donuts for the same lift.
Federally compliant
The Halo top riser ring system isn’t just practical — it’s also compliant with federal regulations. Manufactured in the U.S. and fully meeting the standards of the Build America, Buy America Act, the system is ready to be deployed on federally funded projects. This ensures it’s an ideal choice for cities looking to upgrade their infrastructure while staying within budget and meeting regulatory requirements.
Exceeding standards
The Halo is designed to exceed industry standards, providing strength that is at least 2.5 times greater than the H-25 load requirements. This extra durability ensures the Halo can handle high-traffic areas, heavy loads and extreme environmental conditions with ease and offers long-lasting performance without compromise.
As infrastructure budgets tighten and cities face mounting pressure to modernize, the need for smarter solutions has never been greater. CAP’s Halo top riser ring system addresses these challenges head-on by offering an efficient, long-lasting and cost-saving approach to manhole adjustments during road maintenance.
As municipalities continue searching for better ways to maintain their roads, the Halo system provides a solution with both immediate savings and long-term benefits.
Composite Access Products services infrastructure with composite utility access covers. Molded in the company’s McAllen, Texas plant, CAP’s fast cycle times with low production costs allows for affordable, high-quality composite covers competitive to current iron alternatives.
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