Above ground water meter enclosure 1

[civile2]

I am working on a project in Rochester, NY and want to utilize an above ground heated enclosure (Safe-T-Cover) to house an 8" water meter. The enclosure is to be slab mounted. I'm wondering if the heat produced within the enclosure (from a slab mounted heater) will be sufficient to prevent the slab from heaving. Should i consider having the slab foundation bearing below frost line to prevent damage to the watermain that will be projecting through the slab? Any thoughts are appreciated.

 

[RWF7437]

Yes.

 

[CarlB]

If enclosure is maintained above 40 degrees or so it should be possible to protect it and and ground below from freezing. I'd suggest designing the slab like a frost-protected shallow foundation. Thicken the edge 12"-18", put vertical subgrade insulation around it, and maybe some horiz insulation also.
Use some flexible material around the pipe to allow a little slab movement without stressing the pipe, similar to a concrete expansion joint. Or a modular/flexible insert designed for this purpose.

Hydrants are installed in cold climates through sidewalks without any special precautions, other than some clean fill under the sidewalk.