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Rainstopper™ Manhole Insert Recommendations

Which Rainstopper Model Is Right For Your System?

Rainstopper Model

Pro

Con

HDPE Plastic

Least inexpensive model, controls inflows, controls odors, keeps dirt and debris out of system

Not recommended for street applications, short life (10 years), may fall in manhole causing sewer backup

Stainless Steel with nylon handle

Recommended for street applications, controls odors, controls inflows, keeps dirt and debris out of system, wont fall in manhole, long life (50 years)

Costs more, nylon handle may need to be replaced.

Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Handle

All of the above, plus long life stainless steel handle (50 years)

Costs more

Stainless Steel Tetherlok

All of the above, plus permanent installation into the manhole with stainless steel tether

Costs more

Stainless Steel Lifesafer

All of the above, plus meets OSHA confined space requirements

Costs more

Stainless Steel Lifesafer ULTIMATE

All of the above, plus unauthorized entry prevented with locking device

Costs more