What is BS EN 588-2 - fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers about?  
Fibre cement evolved as an alternative for asbestos-based cement. BS EN 588-2 is the second part of the ‘Fibre cement pipes for drains and sewers’ multi-series, and gives specifications for asbestos-free fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers for use in buried drains and sewers with gravity flow at atmospheric pressure.
Note: Complete manholes or prefabricated elements may also be used for other purposes such as pumping stations, items of drainage, items for sewage treatment, or sewage disposal when corresponding additional requirements according to the relevant European Standards are fulfilled.
Who is BS EN 588-2 - fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers for? 
BS EN 588-2 on asbestos-free fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers is useful for: 
- Relevant government / municipal authorities
- Sewage system authorities
- The cement industry
- Manufacturers of fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers
- Product development / innovation teams
- Quality control personnel
- Builders / architects
- Contractors
Why should you use BS EN 588-2 - fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers?  
Both vital for drainage systems, manholes connect public sewage lines, while Inspection chambers allow easy access to the sewage for cleaning and maintenance.
Products covered by BS EN 588-2 include prefabricated elements as well as prefabricated complete manholes and inspection chambers.
BS EN 588-2 specifies definitions, descriptions, composition, general appearance and finish, geometrical characteristics, mechanical characteristics, acceptance tests, type tests, and quality control requirements for fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers.
Overall, BS EN 588-2 helps you in designing and manufacturing fibre-cement manholes and inspection chambers; ensuring durability, temperature stability, and longevity.
