Shoring Equipment Product Hire

Our Shoring Equipment

Groundforce Shorco's equipment portfolio includes a full range of Trenching Equipment Systems and Shoring Equipment including: Trench Boxes, Trench Sheets and Piles, light and heavy duty hydraulic bracing and hydraulic struts and other related products.

Groundforce Shorco operates a national sales force network from 17 strategically located depots providing UK and Ireland coverage. To accompany our products we offer a full design and advisory service using the latest AutoCAD systems and field based engineers to meet our customers’ objectives efficiently and safely. Find out more about what is shoring and the different types of shoring methods available.

Trench Box

A trench box is generally the first choice for the rapid shoring of trench runs due to the speed and simplicity of installation. They are typically suitable for use in trenches up to 4.9m wide x 6.6m deep in reasonable ground conditions, they are not recommended in unmanaged, waterlogged ground. Groundforce offer a wide range of trench box sizes with various strut types, providing a safe solution on site. A trench box is versatile, cost-effective and provide an excellent way of protecting workers from excavation wall collapse while carrying out groundworks. They can easily be stacked and used in multiple runs, which also makes them the ideal shoring method for continuously supporting an extended length of trench. Some of the key benefits are:

Backhoe Trench Box

The Backhoe Trench Box is a lightweight yet robust solution for small trenching applications. With a load capacity of 20 kN/m2, it can be used to depths of 4 metres in most soil types. It's ideal for use on building sites and construction projects where small excavator handling is essential. Developed to meet the needs of the contractor when using smaller 180 degree backhoe rubber tyred excavators, this box is supremely light yet provides solid support.

Manhole Box

A manhole box is similar to a trench box in it's basic function, but they incorporate integral end return panels for extra ground support when placing pre-cast manhole rings, as an alternative to sheets and frames. There are five available sizes catering to common manhole ring sizes. They can be quickly assembled and installed without an operator needing to enter the unsupported excavation, supporting trenches up to 5.5m using the base module and various struts. Ideal for most ground conditions.

Backhoe Manhole Box

The Backhoe Manhole Box is lightweight and ideal for installing pre-cast manhole rings and trench runs, without the need to alter the trench width. It has a typical base weight of 912kg, and is suitable for excavations up to 4.0m deep. It has a simple pinned strut arrangement, with a range of strut lengths available for non-square configurations and a 1.2m clearance under the bottom strut. End closure panels are available to support the open ends of the box, and handrails can be added for extra safety. Browse more of our Trench Boxes

Premier Trench Box

The Premier Trench Box provides a dependable, robust solution to deep pipe laying activities, designed with high rigidity, making it ideal for supporting deep trenches. With the ability to achieve trench depths up to 6.6m using a base and two top extension units, it offers maximum versatility. The Premier Trench Box has a large 2.45m clearance under the lower struts and internal trench widths ranging from 0.8m to 4.7m. Handrails and ladder-safe panels are available for added protection. Find more Trench Box options.

Rolling Strut Trench Box

The Rolling Strut Trench Box differs from a conventional trench box as the rolling struts enable both plates to move independently of each other during installation and removal. Its unique design allows for parallel plate movement during installation and removal, minimizing potential soil movements. This makes it a more stable and safe option for excavation work. The construction of the Rolling Strut Trench Box enables greater under strut clearances of up to 3.1m in comparison to conventional trench boxes .

Backhoe Drag Box

The Backhoe Drag Box is a lightweight solution for small capacity machines and backhoe excavators. This lightweight box weighs less than one tonne, making it easy to manoeuvre. Designed for continuous pipe laying operations in self-supporting ground up to 4m in depth, this drag box is a reliable and efficient tool for any construction project. The Backhoe Drag Box is the ideal choice for those looking for a lightweight and versatile solution for their excavation needs. Browse all of our trench boxes available to hire.

Super Drag Boxes

Drag boxes provide local support to trenches as moveable ‘shields’ generally in stable or self-supporting ground conditions. They are not intended for full panel height support of trench walls, as in the case of a traditional trench box , however correct use will considerably enhance productivity and safety. It must be noted that drag boxes are very heavy pieces of equipment and certain Drag Box models permit the use of top boxes and/or rear extensions so will require large excavators to handle them safely.

Hi-Clear Manhole Box

Hi-Clear Manhole box posts allow the connection of a base unit to a top unit, providing a 4m high box with only two struts as opposed to three. The lower strut is positioned higher in the assembly as to provide the added benefit of greater under-strut clearance. This improves height-to-width ratio, a crucial requirement when large diameter pipes and chambers need to be installed. The Hi-Clearance system uses a unique fixed length strutting system that is available in three different lengths. View all our trench boxes available to hire.

EdgeSafe

EdgeSafe is a lightweight mesh barrier system designed to provide light duty edge protection to a trench box, sheeted or timbered excavations. It can be used on short or long continuous runs and has been designed in accordance with BS EN 13374: 2004 Class A.

StepSafe

StepSafe is a temporary, self-levelling, site stairway system that provides a quick and safe method of access/ egress to excavations, chambers and tanks or for negotiating slopes and embankments. The system operates in conjunction with Groundforce’s Premier LadderSafe platform and the specific function of the unit is to provide controlled access to and from the work place, at a fixed point, when conventional ladders are impractical.

EndSafe

EndSafe is a structural steel panel designed to close-off the end of a trench box or manhole box to safely retain the backfill and prevent accidental dislodgement of loose material into the excavation. They also provide a barrier to prevent unauthorised access to the excavation and remove the need to improvise with other unsuitable equipment such as steel road plates or timber.