The Tuff Tread

1200 x 800 Tuff Tread

Introducing the all new environmentally friendly Tuff Tread. A completely recyclable trench cover that conforms to the latest HAUC regulations. Manufactured from HDPE with a PVC skirting, this single-man lift cover is perfect for use as a Footway Board in utility & general street works.

For more information including test reports and datasheets:
Click here for the Tuff Tread web page.

Tuff Tread Testing

Tested in accordance to the latest HAUC regulations under the full guidance of Lloyds British, an accredited testing house with over 200 years experience in this field. The Tuff Tread can withstand a full working load of 400 kgs with minimal deflection, & 800 kgs with no sign of failure, over a trench span of 700mm. See the video above to find out more.

Tuff Tread Construction

The materials used in the manufacturing of the Tuff Tread are 100% recyclable which dramatically reduces the products ending up in landfill by using our closed loop recycling opportunity. Each Tuff Tread when recycled, can be used to manufacture: new products, cone bases, or even a new skirt for another Tuff Tread.

GRP is a Hazardous Material

Current covers are manufactured from GRP, which is composed of fine strands of glass fibre that are a severe irritant for skin. When the material breaks, there is a potential risk the glass fibres can become airborne, which poses a serious risk to existing respiratory problems.

GRP to Landfill

Existing GRP Trench Covers can break and fracture easily, so therefore must be replaced regularly. It is extremely difficult to recycle GRP, and due to this, most GRP products end up in landfill at their end of life.

Manufactured from Durable Materials

The Tuff Tread uses materials that have a high strength-to-density ratio. They are proven to last longer than GRP products. The material does not splinter, nor pose an irritant threat when exposed to contact with the skin. Maintenance of them is easy, and they can be wiped or washed clean if and when required.

Closed Loop Recycling Opportunity
Closed Loop Recycling

Melba Swintex has a 100% commitment to the environment and due to this, offers a closed loop recycling opportunity on the new Tuff Tread and all of our existing products. For more details on this, and how you can improve your carbon footprint, get in touch using the link below:

Reducing landfill one product at a time.


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The Year So Far...

In Case You Missed it…
Here’s a run down of the year so far at Melba Swintex

With fantastic new products, stunning lead times and standard items constantly replenished and kept in stock, it’s no wonder we are so busy. We therefore should look back on the year so far to see where the time has gone.

Tuff Trench

Tuff Foot

The Postman

Intertraffic Amsterdam

Tuff-AT Foot

the WonderWall

Melba Swintex will be at Traffex this year.

Traffex returns to Hall 5 at the NEC Birmingham on the 21 – 23 April, 2015, and is set to be the most important event for the international traffic management, road safety, parking, road maintenance and transport infrastructure industries.  Melba Swintex will be showcasing their products, such as the new Boss Barrier, and the Tuff Trench cover.

As hard as it is to escape the office, your time invested in Traffex will be time well spent. No emails, no conference calls, no pointless meetings, just like-minded professionals coming together face-to-face to source new products, catch up on industry news, and discover new ways to reduce their costs and improve service efficiency.

Stand F12

Traffex is a free event, all you need to do is register for your pass, pop on down and find us at Stand F12, and say hi. The location to register for your Pass can be found further down this page.

the Boss Barrier

Melba Swintex are crossing over into the Event Management market, feel free to approach and discuss this with the team. Find out what’s different with the Boss Barrier when compared to the existing Melba Swintex Barriers.

the Tuff Trench

Get hands on at Traffex with the new trench cover. Talk to the team and learn about the benefits and accomplishments from the product. Test the product, throw it around (within guidelines obviously), and compare the cover to the current market.

Register for your Visitor Pass Here

Melba Swintex specialise in the manufacturing of Temporary Traffic Management Systems within the plastics industry. We have a wealth of experience in design and manufacture, and work alongside our customers to provide customised products for industry.