Protection of critical infrastructure: HUBER expands its range of burglar-resistant manhole covers

The burglar resistance of buildings and infrastructure is a key aspect of safety technology. In the field of drinking water supply and wastewater treatment, such products are essential to protect the valuable resource of water in the long term. Drinking water needs special protection. HUBER has specifically expanded its product range of burglar-resistant manhole covers and now also offers the highly popular SD3 and SD4 models in the particularly resistant and attack-proof resistance class RC4.

HUBER Manhole Cover SD3/RC4
HUBER Manhole Cover SD3/RC4
HUBER Manhole Cover SD4/RC4
HUBER Manhole Cover SD4/RC4
Flush-mounted HUBER Manhole Cover SD7, rectangular, made of stainless steel
Flush-mounted HUBER Manhole Cover SD7, rectangular, made of stainless steel

Decades of experience: burglar-resistant HUBER manhole covers and doors

HUBER has decades of experience in the development and production of reliably resistant products. In addition to burglar-resistant manhole covers, HUBER also offers attack-proof doors.

Classification, norms, standards

A comprehensive classification helps to assess the resistance of doors, windows, manholes and other building elements to burglary attempts and to ensure the protection of people and property. This classification is regulated by various norms and standards that assess the resistance of components to mechanical and manual attacks under certain conditions.

The best-known standard for the classification of burglary protection is DIN EN 1627. This specifies the requirements for the resistance of windows, doors, grille elements and similar components such as manhole covers. It defines several resistance classes that describe the ability of a component to resist a burglary attempt over a certain period of time. The higher the category, the better the burglary protection of the product.

• Resistance Class (RC) 3: Components in class RC 3 are more resistant and can withstand break-in attempts using additional tools such as a crowbar, which are carried out for at least five minutes.

• Resistance Class (RC) 4: This class offers protection against forced entry attempts with a larger set of tools, such as a cordless screwdriver or bolt cutters, for at least ten minutes.

Materials, construction and design

Burglar resistance is not only influenced by the choice of materials, but also by the construction and design of a component. For example, special reinforcements, security fittings, alarm systems and security locks are crucial to increasing resistance.

Overall, the classification of burglar resistance provides a sound basis for the selection of security components in buildings, whether in public facilities or commercial buildings. Correct classification enables building owners and security planners to ensure that the right measures are taken to increase burglary protection to the required security level.

HUBER products with their resistance classes at a glance

HUBER security door TT2 in RC3 and RC4

  • Customisable to meet different structural requirements
  • Special anchor bolts keep the door leaf firmly anchored, even if the hinges are manipulated.
  • Long service life with low maintenance, thanks to the high-quality stainless steel material.
  • Integration of electronic monitoring systems such as alarm systems and access control possible.

HUBER Manhole Cover SD3 and SD4 in RC3 and RC4, weatherproof, rectangular or round

  • Specially developed drill-resistant locking system.
  • Suitable for use in Ex zone 1.
  • Can be customised with various additional functions to meet specific requirements.

HUBER Manhole Cover SD7 and SD7.R in RC3 and RC4, for pedestrian and/or vehicle traffic, surface-watertight

  • Specially developed drill-resistant locking system.
  • Blends into the surroundings and minimises tripping hazards.
  • Suitable for various load classes (B125, D400, E600) from light to heavy traffic.
  • Suitable for use in Ex zone 1.
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