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Description
A tall open top rubber hose ramp for two hoses up to 125mm, rated to 12 tonnes per axle. This heavy moulded rubber section lets cars, vans and lorries cross two large suction, discharge or fire hoses without crushing them or snagging a wheel. The two deep channels are open at the top, so you drop the hoses straight in from above with no lid to lift. Each section is about 980mm across the road, 290mm along the hose and 135mm high, and weighs about 22kg. Sections join end to end with the two connectors already fitted, so you build a run as long as the crossing needs. It is for temporary use, with traffic kept to 5 mph. The price is for one section.
Why this ramp works
Deep channels for 5 inch hoses. Each channel is 135mm wide at the base, opening to 140 to 150mm at the top, and 120mm deep. The maker rates it for two hoses of 125mm (5 inch) diameter, the size used on larger dewatering and over-pumping jobs.
Open top, quick to lay. With no lid, you lay the ramps first and drop the hoses in, or set the ramps over hoses that are already down. Lifting a hose out to change it is just as quick.
Built for road vehicles. The solid SBR rubber body is rated for 12 tonnes per vehicle axle, so vans, tippers and most lorries can cross at walking pace. At 22kg a section, the weight of the rubber keeps it in place without fixings.
Joins into a continuous run. Two dog-bone connectors come fitted to each section. They lock into the next section so the channels line up and the run stays straight under traffic.
Easy to see. Three yellow visibility strips are set into each slope, so drivers and people on foot can see the hump in daylight and in headlights.
Where it is used
Use it on building site haul roads and entrances for dewatering and over-pumping lines, on sewer and water main bypass jobs where large hoses cross a lane or yard, at quarries, depots and car parks for temporary pumping, and by flood response teams running big hoses across roads.
Specifications
| What you get | One ramp section with 2 connectors fitted, priced each |
|---|---|
| Overall size | Approx 980 x 290 x 135mm (980mm across the road, 290mm along the hose) |
| Weight | About 22kg (drawn as 21kg) |
| Material | SBR (styrene-butadiene) rubber |
| Colour | Black, with 3 yellow visibility strips on each slope |
| Channels | 2, open top, 135mm wide at the base and 140 to 150mm at the top |
| Channel depth | 120mm |
| Hose size | Up to 125mm diameter, one hose per channel |
| Centre rib | About 80mm wide |
| Maximum load | 12 tonnes per vehicle axle |
| Speed | 5 mph maximum, with signs in place to slow traffic |
| Fixing holes | None, it stays in place by its own weight |
Sizes are approximate. Rubber can shrink slightly as it cures, so allow a few millimetres either way.
Choosing the right ramp
Measure the outside diameter of your hoses, including any couplings that have to pass along the channel, and think about what will cross. A 125mm hose sits below the top of the ribs with room to spare. For smaller hoses a lower ramp gives a gentler crossing, so pick the smallest one your hoses fit.
| Your situation | Choose |
|---|---|
| Two hoses up to 125mm, road vehicles crossing | This one |
| Two hoses up to 100mm, road vehicles crossing | 2 channel hose ramp, 820 x 310 x 102mm |
| Two 2.5 inch lay-flat fire hoses, lower profile | 2 channel hose ramp, 850 x 300 x 84mm |
| Hoses up to 100mm, people and small vehicles only, with carry handles | 2 channel hose ramp, 840 x 300 x 125mm |
| Lost or broken connector | Spare dog bone connector |
How to lay it
- Choose firm, level ground. Do not let the ramp bridge over holes or soft ground.
- Lay the sections in a line along the hose route, across the full width of the road.
- Push the connectors of each section into the next so the channels line up.
- Drop one hose into each channel, making sure no hose sits on top of a rib.
- Put signs in place to slow traffic to 5 mph.
Wash off mud and grit so the channels stay clear, check the connectors before each use, and store sections flat.
Frequently asked questions
How many sections do I need?
Each section covers about 290mm along the hose. Divide the width of the crossing by 0.29 and round up. A 4m site entrance needs 14 sections, a 6m road needs 21.
Can lorries drive over it?
Yes, up to 12 tonnes per vehicle axle at 5 mph or less, with signs in place. The rating is for road vehicles; for forklift or tracked plant routes, ask us before you order.
Will a 6 inch hose fit?
No. A 150mm hose is wider than the 135mm channel base and would stand above the ribs. This ramp is rated for hoses up to 125mm.
Can I leave it down permanently?
No. It is made for temporary use. For a permanent crossing, hoses or pipes should be routed in a proper duct.
Ordering and delivery
Add the number of sections you need and check out online, with Express UK Delivery to your site. Each section weighs about 22kg. For a long run or a larger order, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm stock and delivery before you order.
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