Welcome to Forecourt Solutions

Welcome to Forecourt Solutions

Forecourt Solutions has for nearly 20 years been a leading manufacturer of lightweight composite manhole covers and containment products for the petroleum & construction industries. We have sold our products internationally through our distributor network and have sold to more than 90 countries worldwide. Our products use market leading design and upto the minute technology to product cost effective solutions to match your development needs.

Our successful brands include;

CompositeCovers.com - Lightweight high strength composite manhole covers

Chambetite.com - Extensive range of containment chambers and watertight chamber entry seals

DuctSeals.com - watertight duct and cable entry seals

CompositeGrates.com - Lightweight composite water drainage grates

To further enhance our range we market the Flexrite double wall flexible pipework system range within EMEA. Approved to EN14125 Flexrite is ideally suited to meet your needs within the chemical and petroleum industries.

Based in the South West of the UK we have delivered product to six continents in the last 18 years. Forecourts sales team will be pleased to provide you with details of your local supplier.

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Esso Lockwood Installs Forecourt Covers - 19/04/2024

Forecourt Solutions D400 Covers & Frames last the test of time, however a quality product is only as good as those who install it. KIDDERMINSTER PETROLEUM SERVICES LTD installed both 900 circular and 600 square covers & frames to replace existing units which had seen better days. Their precision and experience to the trade & our industry is outstanding, not to mention how clean the site was when they left. A first class job completed ontime and to e..

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Card Payment Facility Operational - 15/04/2024

Forecourt Spolutions are once again able to take Card Payments. Our payment provider TakePayments is powered by Barclaycard so your payments are in safe hands. Should you wish to use this facility please let your customer service advisor know. They will be able to process the payment for you. Thank you for your interest in the products of Forecourt Solutions Ltd. ..

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Are Your Manhole Covers Safe? - 05/04/2024

Fabricated Steel Manhole Covers are used in many locations but are they really the best and cost effective option? Here we have a cover installed on a petrol filling station and within the lane to the tanker offloading area, so it should be load rated to carry a 44 ton tanker. On the surface at first glance it looks OK but looking closer you see that it is bowing in the middle. Maybe its time to see what it is like below? I think we can safely say that it has seen ..

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Testable Sealed Duct Systems - 05/03/2024

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Offsite Assemblies the way forward - 05/03/2024

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Reduced Carbon Footprint Gully Grates - 01/03/2024

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EuroLine Pump Cradles - 19/10/2023

Forecourts Inhouse Fabrication Team were challenged to produce some under pump cradles for Euroline 4 and 6 Hose pumps. Challenge accepted! We are happy to accept challenges for other types of under pump sumps. They can be paint finished or galvanised. Containment options also available. ..

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New Datasheet Introduced - 27/05/2022

Forecourt are pleased to announce the release of their new datasheet covering Cable Entry Bulkheads. These special duct seals not only seal the duct into a containment chamber but also seal the cables within the duct through a water and gas tight bulkhead plate.Our range of Cable Entry Bulkheads continues to expand to meet the ever growing demands from our clients. Forecourt use as standard Sprint Polymide Glands conforming to EN 62444. The glands provide IP69 level protection with seal..

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Uniti Expo Stuttgart - 06/05/2022

Forecourt Solutions are very pleased to be able to invite you to their stand at Uniti Expo Hall 5 - Aisle C- Stand 31. This year we will be presenting several new products including; - Below Ground Offset Fill Chamber. - 110mm Twinwall Duct Bellmouth. - Retrofit combined Spill Containment and Safety Platform. We look forward to see you on the stand. ..

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Offset Fill Chamber - 27/06/2020

Forecourt Solutions is pleased to announce the release of our new cost effective Offset Fill Chamber. Suitable for upto 4 fill and a VR return the chamber provides a clean uncluttered image for your filling station. manufactured from Fibreglass and available in colours to suit your corporate colour scheme the chambers also control and contain spills at the fill point. Can also be used in conjunction with our pipework connection chambers. &nbs..

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100% Watertight Drawpits - 06/12/2019

Installing electrical / electronic equipment below ground has been very problematic due to water ingress. Forecourt Solutions has now introduced a range of chambers which will maintain an area within the chamber free from water even in the event the chamber be flooded for a prolonged period. This means that your equipment will continue to function even if the worst should happen. The performance of the safe area is not affected by the seal in the access cover to the chamber the traditional we..

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Data Centre Infrastructure Security - 06/12/2019

Ongoing concerns over below ground infrastructure security has led many security analyists to look to prevent unauthorised access to below ground comms and electrical supplies. Stabiloc is the preffered solution for many since it not only provides the highest level of security but it also highlights attempted unauthorised access. Having sucessfully implimented the solution in Dublin one US based provider is now looking to impliment the solution on thier centres elsewhere in Europe. For this p..

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Telephone Lines - 07/10/2019

Apologies to anyone who has been trying to contact us today. We have had a new phone system installed as part of our relocation. We were without telephones for 4 hours. All is now fixed and we can be contacted once again on either of the following numbers; 01278 428833 - Original Bridgwater Number 01823 666381 - New Wellington Number Thank you for your understanding. Best Regards Nick Hugh ..

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Now with added flexibility CTB-7450BM - 16/07/2019

Our customer have told us how much they like our CTB-7450B cable entry bulkhead but they would like additional flexibility to use it with other cable sizes. The existing M20 gland unit is suitable for use with cables between 7 - 14mm the new mixed gland bulkhead plate supports M12 and M16 glands. This gives a much wider range of cable diameters that can be used now which the new bulkhead M12 glands suit cable sizes 3 - 7mm and M16 4.5 - 10mm. Should you have s pecial requirement..

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100 x 2m trench covers - 16/07/2019

Forecourt Solutions are one of two companies shortlisted for delivery a 100 metre by 2.25m modular cover to be installed at a major infrastructure project in the Midlands. Forecourts solid top composite covers are seen to offer a considerable time saving over traditional cast iron concrete infill covers on the project. They will also be single man removabale once installaed due to their low weight and high strenght. Composite Covers are increasing being used in place of traditional he..

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SILT-TRAPS Introduced - 15/05/2019

Forecourt Solutions Silt Traps are ideal for installation into vehicle wash-bays where underbody washing produces significant volumes of dirt and silt. The Silt Trap acts as a primary collection chamber in advance of the interceptor if fitted. The units are best sited into the centre of the wash-bay were it allows the heavier particles to separate from the run off water. The silt and larger particle waste can be vacuum or manually removed prior to authorised disposal. ..

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Under Pump Drip Trays - 19/03/2019

Under Pump Drip Trays are used to prevent leakage from within an above ground pump entering the containerment chamber beaneath and stops surface water from also filling the sump. Leakage within the pump is diverted to the exterior of the pump where it will be clearly visable enabling retrospective maintenance actions to be implimented to address the problem. It also prevents flash flooding from filling the dispenser sump. Forecourt Solutions can provide a range of Drip Trays specific..

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Trench Access Cover - 11/01/2019

Wesex Water Drain Access In order to provide access to a existing drain running through a new industrial building Forecourt Solutions designed, constructed and installd a new clear access modular cover. The cover which is 10 x 2m provides access for HGV traffic within and through the building. Covers can be individually removed to inspection or the complete cover and frame can be removed to provide full access. Due to careful design all the componet parts can be remove..

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140mm 5 1/2" Pipe Entry Boot - 29/07/2018

Forecourt are pleased to announce the release of their newest pipe entry seal the 140mm CTB-0550. Ideal for sealing pipework anf duct with a 140mm OD into sumps and other containment chambers. This cost effective product in now available ex-stock. Dimensional drawings available on request. ..

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Uniti Expo Stuttgart - 08/04/2018

Forecourt Solutions will be once again attending the Uniti expo in Stuttgart between 15th - 17th May 2018. We will be found in Hall 5 Aisle D Stand 07. We look forward to welcoming you to our stand. ..

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Closed due to bad Weather - 02/03/2018

Forecourt Solutions Ltd will be closed today 2nd March 2018 following the heavy snow fall overnight in Somerset and further snow forecast for today. We will reopen Monday 5th March our apologies to all our customers and suppliers for this closure. An email and telephone service will be available should you have any urgent questions. ..

New 140mm ChamberTite Entry Boot to be introduced - 15/01/2018

Forecourt Solutions have introduce a 140mm ChamberTite Entry Boot to bridge the gap between their existing 125 and 160mm entry seals. The new pipe seal will be suitable for 5" steel pipes and 140mm ducts which are commonly installed in markets within Europe. Forecourt has the largest range of entry boots available within the market. If you would like further information regarding this new product please email info@forecourtsolutionsltd.com ..

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Manhole Cover Watertight to 2m - 04/12/2017

Forecourt's 900 x 900mm B125 cover tested for watertightness to a submerged depth of 2 m. This is quite an unusual requirement but it recently occurred at an oil distribution terminal. Forecourt are happy to provide the unusual to meet your special requirements. ..

New Cover Size Introduced - 24/08/2017

Forecourt is pleased to announce the introduction of a new composite manhole cover and frame size. The 900 x 600mm cover has been introduced in both B125 and D400 load ratings. The new cover fills a gap in the market at a cost effective price. The product is available immediately. ..

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New Offset Fill Chamber - 11/05/2017

Offset Fill Chamber provide an efficient way of providing access tomultiple tank filling point in one place. As well as providing containment for those almost inevitatble spills when filling hoses are disconnected the chamber provides security and ease of access to authorised users. The Forecourt chamber consisty of a rotationally moulded containment chamber fitted with a secure welded aluminium contructed above ground enclosure. The riser points themselves are configurable to suit your site ..

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Christmas Shutdown - 16/12/2016

Forecourt Solutions will be closed for the Christmas period.The vacation will start at 12.00 Oclock on the 23rd Decemebr with staff returning to the office on Tuesday 3rd January. If you should require any urgent assistance during the vacation period please contact Nick Hugh either by email or via his mobile 07711935063 I would like to wish all our Suppliers & Customers a Very Merry Christmas and Peaceful New Year ..

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PetroForum Africa - 24/10/2016

Petroforum Africa will be once again taking place at Kievits Kroon, Johannesburg, South Africa between 16-17th March 2017. Forecourt Solutions will be attending this the 4th Petroforum Africa event. Forecourt will be looking forward to building up their existing distributor and customer base throughout Africa which in recent years has been a growing market for Forecourts cost effective range of products for petrol stations. ..

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IP Rated Drawpit Chambers - 12/09/2016

Many underground drawpit applications require water tightness however few drawpits offer a watertight alternative. Forecourts new IP rated chamber are specifically targeted at this market. These chambers are ideal for your LED light transformers or for electrical equipment. Ensure your chambers are suitable for your project specify Ip rated chambers when watertightness is required. ..

APEA LIve 2015 5th November 2015 - 02/11/2015

Forecourt Solutions will be exhibiting its vent chamber and other containment systems at this years APEA Live Exhibition & Conference at the Ricoh Arena Coventry. Come and visit us on Stand A14. ..

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EN124-5:2015 NEW - 23/10/2015

Finally after 10+ years of discussion the NEW EN 124-1 to 6 standard has been published. Actually the standard has been split into 6 sections EN 124-1 Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas. Definitions, classification, general principals of design, performance requirements and test methods EN 124-2 Gully tops and manhole tops made of cast iron EN 124-3 Gully tops and manholetops made of steel or aluminium alloys EN 1..

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Design Museum Kensington use Chambertite Drawpits - 25/09/2015

The new home for the Design Museum is being created at 224-238 Kensington High Street with the development of The Parabola. Forecourt Solutions has provided a range of drawpit chambers to the project including our IP65 designed drawpit to house low voltage LED lighting transformers.The IP65 designed chambers and other chambers suitable for complete immersion are part of Forecourt's Chambertite range. In this application they have been selected to keep the transformers dry with alimited visual..

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APEA shortlists Forecourt Solutions - 25/09/2015

Forecourt Solutions have been shortlisted for the Milestone Award to be announced at the APEA Live Event in Coventry UK in November. Forecourt was selected as it had achieved a significant milestone of supplying more than 65 countries on 6 continents in their 10 year history. The milestone was achieved earlier in 2015 with significant volumes of Forecourt Chambertite Entry Boot range being shipped to South America. Forecourt Solutions has developed its Chambertite watertight con..

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New 400 x 400mm Drawpit Released - 17/06/2015

ChamberTite Drawpit Range Extended Forecourt Solutions are pleased to announce the release of their newest Drawpit Chamber. The 400 x 400mm chamber with a depth of 500mm is ideal for CCTV and small comms cable installations. The unit comes complete with either B125 or C250 lightweight composite manhole covers. ..

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Landfill Equipment Chambers - 16/02/2015

Forecourt Solutions are pleased to announce the release of their new Landfill Site Equipment Chamber. A high quality custom configured chamber to house landfill leachate and gas production monitoring equipment. The chambers are fabricated from robust polyethylene sheet and are designed the house and protect equipment during it's deployment on Landfill Sites fo upto 30 years. Designs are tailored to the requirements of the each project in terms of size and equipment mounting requ..

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Innovation Awards - 16/02/2015

Forecourt Solutions are pleased to announce that they have been shortlisted as a finalist in the UK Energy Innovation Awards 2015 Protection of underground infrastructure is a major issue for the electricity, gas and transport network operators. Forecourt Solutions applied a secure cover technology on one such network suffering from wilful damage and equipmet theft. Once installed across the worst effected section of th network the ongoing problems have been irradicated. The problems..

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Further Expansion - 04/04/2014

Forecourt Solutions expand Distribution & Warehouse Facility With 2014 now underway Forecourt Solutions has further expanded its warehousing and distribution facilities in UK to meet the growing demand for its products. The latest facility adjacent to the existing facility doubles the capacity. Nick Hugh Managing Director commented "Forecourt continued growth both in the construction and renewable energy markets alongside our existing worldwide petrol station b..

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United Utilities select Forecourt Solutions - 19/02/2014

United Utilities have again selected Forecourt Solutions lightweight GRP manhole covers for use on its Saddleworth, Congleton and Middlewich Waste Water Treatment Works. Forecourt Solutions are pleased to be able to supply covers to these high profile programs within the water industry. Upon each site 900mm circular GRP covers will be used on Phase one and two of the projects. ..

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Petroforum 2014 _ Jakarta Indonesia - 04/02/2014

Forecourt Solutions will be attending Petroforum in Jakarta Indonesia on the 3-4th March 2014. Forecourt Solutions has experienced a huge increase in turnover from the Asian market and has therefore chosen to attend Petroforum in order to meet existing and new customers from within Asia. Nick Hugh Managing Director of Forecourt commented that "2014 will be an exciting year for Forecourt Solutions with both new products and new territories coming online. It is very pleasing to see th..

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APEA New Date for 2014 - 04/02/2014

Forecourt Solutions Ltd will again be exhibiting at the APEA exhibition in 2014. We have just been advised of a change in date to 5th December 2014. We look forward to seeing at at the show ..

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Forecourt Exhibition APEA Live 2013 - 12/11/2013

Forecourt Solutions took part in the APEA Live exhibition and conference at the Ricoh Arena Coventry on 7th November 2013. The exhibition was a great success with many new enquiries received for our cost effective range of quality lightweight composite manhole covers. After the exhibition Martin Shanks director of Forecourt commented "Another great exhibition with huge interest in our proven Lightweight Composite Covers range. The UK market is now understanding that there i..

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Western Power specify ChamberTite Drawpits - 15/10/2013

Forecourt Solutions are very pleased to announce that Western Power have specified Forecourt Solutions ChamberTite drawpits upon their substation upgrade program which is underway at Fiskerton Nr Lincoln and Exton Nr Peterborough. These projects form part of a larger upgrade program underway upon Western Power substation where ChamberTite Drawpits, Duct & Cable Entry Seals and Composite Covers will be used. Commenting Mike Forbes-Buckingham said this project was an excellent application f..

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Forecourt to attend CITE Exhibition - 23/09/2013

CITE - Civil Infrastructure & Technology Exhibition Forecourt Solutions will be attending the CITE exhibition that runs alongside InfraRail and takes place @ Earls Court 2, London between 20-22nd May 2014 Please visit us on Stand F19 where we will be exhibiting our new adjustable height watertight drawpit chamber and secure manhole cover technology. For further information visit www.cite-uk.com ..

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Forecourt Solutions @ APEA Live Ricoh Arena 7th November 2013 - 23/09/2013

Forecourt Solutions Ltd will be once again attending the APEA Live event at Ricoh Arena Coventry on the 7th November 2013. Come along and see us on stand C6 where we will be displaying our extensive range of forecourt equipment. ..

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Croydon Tramlink Secure Covers - 14/08/2013

Forecourts program of works to install secure manhole covers to prevent cable thefts and delays to the Croydon Tramlink are now well underway. Croydon Tramlink had been experiencing theft of power and signal cabling installed adjacent to the track between their 38 stations in South London. Forecourt Solutions have been contracted to supply a large quantity of composite theft resistant manhole covers fitted with the super secure Stabiloc 911 system to prevent further cable t..

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Forecourts Hoses Win - 21/05/2013

Forecourt's Submersible Pump Flexible Corrugated Hoses are a Winner Once again our range of corrugated braid flexible hoses have been selected by a major submersible pump manufacturer to interface between submersible pumps and underground pipework systems. The three sizes of hoses have been ordered to fulfil orders from international customers. The hoses manufactured in corrugated stainless steel with high quality stainless steel fittings with/without elbows and swivels are just a few of ..

Transport for London - 21/05/2013

Forecourt Solutions are proud to have been selected to provide secure cover solutions to Transport for London. This exciting new project involves the supply of secure access covers using the Stabiloc security system to prevent unauthorised access and theft of signalling cabling. Nick Hugh commented saying that he was pleased that Transport for London had opted for the high security Stabiloc system as it provided an excellent solution to the ongoing issues that Croydon Tramlink had been ex..

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Uniti Expo - 21/05/2013

Forecourt Solutions to attend Uniti Expo 3-5th June 2014 @ Stuttgart - Germany Following the recent news from CECOD Steering Committee Forecourt Solutions have decided that they will be attending Uniti Expo. We look forward to seeing all our customers and distributors new and old at this exciting new exhibition. ..

Automechanika 2012 - 25/09/2012

Great Interest in Forecourt's New product range at Automechanika 2012 Once again Automechanika presented a successful venue for Forecourt Solutions to introduce its new products. During a busy exhibition much interest was expressed in Forecourts enhanced range of DrawPit chambers and in the NEW EN14125 FlexRite pipework system. Martin Shanks - Director of Forecourt said he was very pleased with the interest shown in the pipework system ..

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New 650mm Drawpit Released - 31/08/2012

Infrastructure clients are increasingly specifying cable and duct drawpit chamber that are watertight to ensure that their equipment reliability isn't compromised by water ingress. Forecourt solutions has recently introduced a further size to its already considerable range of sizes. The 650 square chamber is available in a range of four standard depths 506, 656, 806 and 956 mm. It can be supplied with either B125 (light vehicles) or D400 (HGV) rated covers to suit. Entries to the chambers can..

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Automechanika 2012 11-16th Sept Frankfurt - 28/08/2012

Forecourt Solutions will be once again attending Automechanika to be held in Frankfurt 11-16th September 2012 Upon the new larger display will be En14125 Pipework System Entry Boots Draw Pit Chambers Composite Manhole Covers Flexible Mettalic Hoses Please come and visit us in Hall 10.0 Stand B22 ..