The covers in Kettering are usually made of metal

 

and are square

 

or rectangular

 

in shape.

No colored or gilded covers were found in Kettering, nor were covers bearing city emblems.

A relatively large number of diagonal covers were found in Kettering - square or rectangular covers composed of two triangles, where the opening is made by lifting one of the triangles

 

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Usually, the design of the covers in Kettering is not unique and corresponds to designs typical of the manufacturer.

The function of the cover is usually not indicated on it, except for a sewer cover intended for Kettering Borough Council

 

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Manufacturers
Usually the manufacturer’s name does not appear on the cover, except for a cover made by the British company Brickhouse Dudley

 

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Standards
The common standards are the European standard EN124

 

and the various load classes (A15 - D400)

 

, as well as the British Kitemark standards

 

and BS497 (also British)

 

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