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Introducing LitePostTM
Launched at Rail Live 2023, Step on Safety’s exclusive new LitePostTM system was developed with the engineers at FJD Consulting Ltd in conjunction with Network Rail. LitePostTM is a combined post and foundation system made entirely from GRP and designed to stay safely in place without the need for concrete anchors. Simply dig a hole, position the post and backfill. The design allows the soil or ballast to hold the post securely in position, preventing it from twisting or leaning. When the equipment is no longer needed, it can be dug out and reused. And, because it’s made from Glass Reinforced Plastic, it’s lightweight, it won’t rust and has zero scrap value.
Alongside LitePostTM at Rail Live, Step on Safety displayed their rail access solutions including LOC and BOP Platforms, Drivers’ Access Platforms, TrackSafe Walkways, Step Overs, Pit Covers and Pit Ladders.
Going from Strength to Strength
Fast becoming recognised and specified as a key supplier to the Rail Industry, Step on Safety is currently enjoying huge growth in demand for their anti-slip GRP access solutions.
In the first part of 2023 they’ve supplied embankment staircases for 25 locations in Scotland – with more in the pipeline - and have begun production of 26 staircases bound for Wales. In the Southern regions, 40 Driver’s Access Platforms (DAPs) ranging from 10m to 55m long can be seen across depots in Wimbledon, Guildford and Portsmouth. Made using GRP profiles, QuartzGrip® Open Mesh Grating and SafeRailTM Handrail, the platforms provide a hi-vis, anti-slip landing point for drivers and maintenance crews to access trains safely.
Expansion under way
All the staircases and platforms are all built at the SoS Suffolk headquarters before being shipped out in modules for installation. A second workshop is being built to allow them to increase the number of fabricator teams to meet the current demand and to provide the space that these huge projects demand.
To find out how Sector Manager David Riley can assist you with meeting NWR safety requirements, call 01206 396 446 today or visit their website www.steponsafety.co.uk
www.steponsafety.co.uk
LitePost was launched at Rail Live 2023 with the help of designers FJD Consulting.
Step on Safety teamed up with Technocover at Rail Live this year to display their LOC Platforms.
Before and after an embankment staircase in North Wales is installed.
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