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Owner of data set EJ |
Technical purpose EJ steel fabricated lift assist access covers are designed to give the operator easy access to their assets. The lift assist covers are designed to have a maximum lifting effort of 25kg meaning they can be opened through a single person lift. All units are manufactured to order at EJ Birr, Ireland production facility. They can be manufactured to bespoke sizes and configurations ensuring the customers’ full needs are met. Configurations include Single, Twins & Multiple units. Size of the representative product for LCA is 1400x800 mm. The product complies fully with the standard EN124:2015. For more information: https://www.igbc.ie/epd/ej-fabricated-steel-access-cover-ie/ The manufacturing process for fabricated steel access covers begins with the design of the access cover based on the specific requirements and configuration according to EJ client's needs.
Then, steel sheets are cut into desired size and shape for the access cover. This may involve
using cutting methods such as plasma or cutting saw. The cut steel pieces are then formed into
the required shape through bending. This is done using presses to achieve precise angles and
contours. The waste generated from the cutting process are off cuts which are collected in a scrap metal collection skip. This skip is collected by the waste collection service supplier and transported via road to a local scrap metal recycling facility. The bent steel components are assembled and
welded to form the structure of the access cover. Welding ensures that the pieces are securely
joined and provides structural integrity. The method used for welding is gas welding using
blended gases as a fuel. The access covers undergo surface treatment to enhance its
corrosion resistance and durability. This is done by means of hot-dip galvanizing, which provides
a protective zinc coating. The galvanization of the access cover is done externally so the access
covers are transported to a facility via a third party. Once returned to EJ manufacturing site, various features are added to the access covers as needed, such as handles, locking mechanisms,
or lifting points. The completed access covers then undergo final quality control checks before
being packaged for transportation and delivered. The packaging used for the access covers is a
wooden pallet and banding to strap the access covers securely |
