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Strong and durable props for general application
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Prop Type
Prop Length (m)
Safe Working Load Capacity (kN)
Prop Weight (kg)
0
1.0 - 1.8
30
13.6
1
1.8 - 3.1
20
21.0
2
2.0 - 3.3
21.8
3
2.6 - 4.0
15
25.0
4
3.2 - 4.9
12
29.5
Short, robust struts for small strutting application
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.
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.
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: