KLS (Keyed Lifting Slot)
KLS (Keyed lifting slot)

KLS (Keyed lifting slot)

KLS (Keyed Lifting Slot)


The KLS (Keyed Lifting Slot) allows use of a mechanical lifting handle for moving access covers and grating panels to reduce the risk of back injury. 

The engineered KLS provides a safer operational practice for personnel working near or around manholes or openings. It is ideally suited to water authorities, councils, pump station manufacturers and civil engineering companies requiring a lightweight and simple operational access solution for manhole openings and pits.

The KLS feature provides safe and operational access to manhole openings and pits in the following applications: Water and wastewater treatment plants, sewer and water pumping stations, valve pits, overflow chambers, flowmeter pits, electrical pits and grease traps.

  • Can be positioned anywhere on the cover. 
  • Incorporated into the recessed lockbox design.
  • Fully serviceable and replaceable. 
  • Designed and engineered RPEQ drawings provided upon request.