GRP Gas Meter Enclosure - Free-Standing - GC7+

What is PRS35 Compliance?

PRS35 is a UK gas industry standard requiring minimum ventilation levels (-3%) in gas enclosures to ensure safe gas dispersion

What's the difference between GC-2 and GC-3??

The GC-3 is larger and designed for U25 meters, while the GC-2 is smaller and designed for U16 meters.

Are these cabinets suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. GRP cabinets are UV-resistant, weatherproof, and corrosion-free, ideal for UK outdoor environments

How long do GRP gas cabinets last?

Typically, 20-30+ years, with minimal maintenance required

Do gas meter cabinets need ventilation?

Yes. All cabinets must include PRS35-compliant ventilation to safely disperse gas.

GC7+ Free Standing Technical Drawing

GRP GC7+ GRP Gas Meter Cabinet - Free-Standing (Explosion Relief) - 1630mm x 880mm x 1820mm

The Kingsley plastics GRP GC Gas Meter Cabinet Range is a comprehensive series of high-performance enclosures designed to house gas meters and associated equipment in outdoor and roadside environments across the UK.

Manufactured from Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), these cabinets provide exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and long-term protection in exposed conditions.

Designed to meet the needs of gas utilities, contractors, developers, and commercial installations, the GC range includes both wall-mounted and free-standing units, accommodating gas meters from U16 through to U165 and modular systems.

All Kingsley GRP gas cabinets are supplied with PRS35-Compliant ventilation, ensuring safe dispersal of gas in accordance with UK gas industry standards.

The GC7+ cabinet is the largest model in the rnge, desgned for U165 gas meters and large modular systems, with optional explosion relief.

Features:

• GRP Construction - corrosion-resistant and non-conductive
• PRS35 Compliant Ventilation as standard
• Vented removable door for safe gas dispersion
• Triangular quarter-turn locking system with key
• RAL 6005 Moss Green Finish (other colours available)
• 20 Year Guarantee 
• 20+ year lifespan (often 30+ years in service)
• Wall-mounted and free-standing options available
• Explosion relief roof options on larger units

Benefits:

• Space-saving design
• Increased depth for pipework and regulators
• Ideal for large gas installations
• Fully compliant ventilation
• Maximum Capacity
• Enhanced safety via pressure-relief roof
• Durable GRP construction

Applications

• Industrial gas infrastructure
• High-Capacity commerical systems

Included as Standard:

• Gas Cabinet (Free-Standing)
• Vented door with lock and key
• Explosion Relief - This is achieved by a lightweight, insulated roof that is designed to lift and release pressure when internal pressure threshold is reached.
• Internal bolt down flanges
• Concrete fixing bolts

Delivery

All our GRP enclosures are for delivery by customer offload. This entails the customer to acquire the right manpower and/or machinery to help unload the tank/s from the delivery vehicle.

If you require assistance with offloading, we may be able to offer a tail lift (lowers the tank to the ground) or HIAB (lorry with a mounted crane to winch the tank off the delivery vehicle). Please contact us if this is required for delivery.

• Product Code: KSYP
• Customer Offloading: Customer Offloading
• Material: GRP
• Shape: Rectangle
• Stock tank: Made to Order, Non Returnable Product

Our shipping costs cover most of the UK - however, parts of England, Scottish Highlands and Islands including areas north of the Glasgow / Edinburgh border, Isle of Wight, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Anglesey, Western Isles, Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands, Isles of Scilly, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland may cost more.

Please call before ordering if the delivery postcode is listed below. There may be additional shipping costs. AB, BT, CA, CT, DD, DG, EH, FK, G, GY, IM, IV, JE, KA, KW, KY, LD, LL, ML, PA, PH, PO 30-41 (Isle of Wight), SA, SY, TD, TN, TR, ZE Southern Ireland

Our lead times should only be used as a guide and are subject to change.

Offloading

Unless a hi-ab delivery has been booked at additional cost, it is the customer's responsibility to offload with suitable equipment on the day of delivery and a failed delivery may result in additional charges.

We recommend installers and/or plant hire & materials to install such as excavators, aggregates etc are not booked until you are in receipt of the goods. Tanks Direct cannot be held responsible for costs incurred due to unforeseen delays, please see our terms for more details.

HIAB

HIAB delivery will be required if you need the tank offloaded from the delivery vehicle. The driver will unload the tank from the vehicle to ground level, however this service is not to place the tank in situ, this will need to be arranged separately.

If you have any questions regarding your delivery, please contact the Sales Team on 01643 703358.

Please note - Certain items may not be returnable, for example those made to order or for sanitary reasons. Please check the product page for more information.

Customers may return items within 14 calendar days (as per our Terms & Conditions) - refer to section 7. **

All Items must be returned unused, refunds cannot be issued for used or previously installed items.

Please be aware that returning a tank can be complicated and expensive, so please check that you are ordering the correct item (we suggest checking the dimensions very carefully).

If you wish to return goods, please complete the form on this page to provide further information.

Once your request is approved, a valid Returns Authorisation Number (RAN) will be issued to initiate the returns process along with information on how & where to return your order along with any costs involved.

Please DO NOT return any goods without this authorisation. Goods cannot be accepted without this.

Returns are not accepted at our Minehead Office, please wait until we contact you before returning any goods.

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