Engineered for Demanding Utility Applications
Bingham & Taylor’s heavy-duty product line is designed to excel in the most demanding underground utility applications, offering unmatched durability and performance in high-traffic areas and under excessive weight loads. Bingham & Taylor’s heavy-duty solutions are built to withstand the toughest underground utility applications while delivering lasting performance.
Tri-Skirt Lid: Built for Strength & Safety in High-Traffic Areas
The Tri-Skirt Lid is the ultimate heavy-duty solution, combining unmatched stability, safety, and ease of use for utility access in high-traffic areas. Crafted from durable cast iron and weighing a substantial 22 lbs., this lid is uniquely suited for environments with traffic speeds exceeding 45 mph.
SECURE & STABLE: The Tri-Skirt Lid boasts a 4″ tapered skirt that seamlessly fits any 5¼” valve box, preventing dangerous lid pop-outs and enhancing road safety. The Tri-Skirt lid remains firmly in place, only removable when lifted vertically.
CUSTOMIZABLE: Personalize with your municipality’s name, logo, or utility designation (WATER, SEWER, GAS). Optional powder coating reduces maintenance and preserves the lid’s appearance.
EFFORTLESS HANDLING: Despite its robust 22-lb. cast iron construction, it’s easily lifted using the Bingham & Taylor Lid Lifter tool for safe and efficient access.
Mark Series Valve Boxes: Unparalleled Strength and Longevity
Bingham & Taylor’s Mark Series Valve Boxes deliver unmatched performance and versatility, designed to meet the rigorous demands of underground utility access with strength, adaptability, and customization. Choosing our Mark Series Valve Boxes means fewer replacements due to breakage during transit, unlike concrete boxes, which significantly reduces installation hassles. This not only supports more sustainable infrastructure practices but also offers an economical alternative to traditional concrete boxes.
SUPERIOR MATERIAL: Cast iron construction provides unmatched durability and resistance to wear, far outperforming traditional concrete boxes.
VERSATILE DESIGN: For versatile utility management, the Mark V is available with either a round or triangular lid with a 10″ diameter, while the Mark 7 features a round 12″ diameter lid, accommodating over 8″ PVC piping with ease. Lids can be equipped with a standard 2½” skirt, a heavier 4″ skirt, or a heavy-duty locking bar and bolt for enhanced security.
CUSTOMIZABLE & LOW MAINTENANCE: Municipal lettering, logos, utility designation (WATER, SEWER, GAS), and optional powder coating reduce upkeep and enhance infrastructure aesthetics.
Cast Iron Meter Boxes: Tested for Strength
Bingham & Taylor’s cast iron water meter boxes deliver superior strength and security, making them ideal for demanding installations.
- Our meter boxes exceed a proof load rating of 53,000 lbs.
- Lids include pick holes for easy installation and removal
- Choose between solid or recessed thru-hole (AMR/AMI) styles
- Identify your utility designation: Comes standard with “WATER METER”, but custom lid lettering available
- Lid design meets American Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements
Heavy-Duty Lids & Rims: Built to Withstand Tough Conditions
Bingham & Taylor’s heavy-duty lids and rims are engineered to withstand the harshest conditions, offering reliable performance and durability in high-traffic and roadway environments.
ROADWAY SOLUTIONS: Heavy-duty cast iron rims and lids for 4¼” roadway boxes, including:
- 6″ Stay-Put Rim & Lid
- 10″ Stay-Put Rim & Lid
- 4″ Locking Rim & Lid
HEAVY-DUTY VALVE BOX LIDS: Features a 4″ straight skirt. For use with any of our 5¼” valve boxes.
LARGER VALVE BOXES: Bingham & Taylor offers a 10″ cast iron valve box with an extra heavyweight convex lid to prevent it from dislodging in extreme traffic conditions. We also offer a 12″ square-head cast iron valve box with a round shaft that is designed with withstand extreme traffic conditions.
