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Trench Shoring & Shielding
Shoring vs. Shielding: Choosing the Right Trench Protective System
United Rentals Inc.
Taking the time to match the protective system to the excavation isn't just a compliance requirement, it's one of the most effective ways to prevent injuries and fatalities on the jobsite.
October 1, 2026
Industrial construction site with yellow hydraulic cylinders mounted on steel scaffolding and concrete walls
Trenching Attachments
Blue Diamond Adds Extreme Duty Road Saws to Attachment Lineup
Blue Diamond Attachments
The road saws cut asphalt, concrete and rock to depths of up to 24 inches, with hydraulic depth adjustment and side shift capabilities.
September 22, 2026
Blue construction equipment including excavator and skid steer loaders positioned at a dirt job site with trees in background
Construction Safety
Don’t Get Spooked by Safety: 5 Frighteningly Common Jobsite Hazards
Don’t let safety slip into the shadows this Halloween. From fall protection to electrical hazards, here are five frighteningly common jobsite dangers every contractor should watch out for — and how to avoid them.
October 31, 2025
Orange Halloween party flags with ghost graphics and 'Happy Halloween' text
Trench Shoring & Shielding
When False Knowledge Fails Trench & Excavation Projects
United Rentals Inc.
Reminders and background information on working in and around, and renting trenching equipment.
March 6, 2025
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Trenchers
Rental Trenchers 101: Which Trencher Type Does Your Customer Need?
An overview comparison of ride-on vs walk-behind trenchers and selecting which solution will work for your rental customer.
October 22, 2024
Walk-behind trenchers are more compact and maneuverable, perfect for smaller jobsites with tight spaces or numerous obstacles, such as residential lawns and backyards. Ditch Witch’s CX-series walk-behind trenchers, for example, are easier to transport and operate in confined areas, offering a practical solution for landscapers and contractors working on smaller-scale projects. Both types of trenchers are designed to meet specific needs, ensuring that operators can choose the best equipment for their particular job conditions. Pictured is the C30X.
Construction Safety
Addressing the Risk of Trenching and Excavation Site Cave-Ins
Sentry Insurance
You can reduce the risk of cave-ins by implementing robust protective measures, conducting a thorough soil analysis, proper training, and maintaining vigilant inspection routines.
August 15, 2024
Protective systems are a key element in making sure your trenching and excavation site is safe. They’re required for trenches that exceed five feet in depth or aren’t cut entirely into stable rock.
Training & Education
United Rentals Hosts Trench Safety Webinar June 19
United Rentals Inc.
The webinar, Understanding Trench Safety Essentials, addresses commonly misunderstood aspects of trench safety.
June 18, 2024
Some of the commonly misunderstood trench safety issues will be discussed in the webinar.
Equipment Management
What Is Rigging & Machine Moving in Construction?
Sullivan Industrial Services
Creativity, planning and technology are required for safe and efficient equipment transportation.
December 26, 2023
By distributing weight evenly, limiting accident risks and adhering to extreme safety protocols, rigging is a pillar for preventing costly delays and mishaps at construction sites.
Directory
Arcosa Shoring Products
Arcosa Shoring Products is one of the largest trench protection equipment manufacturers in the U.S. The company operates its sales, marketing and dealer network under its legacy brands: GME, Pro-Tec Equipment and Efficiency Production.
685 Hull Rd
Mason, MI 48854
November 19, 2021
Construction Technology
United Rentals Shares Four Tips on Proper Use of Trench Protective System Tabulated Data
United Rentals Inc.
Manufacturer’s tabulated data can save lives at trench and excavation worksites.
April 8, 2021
A lack of industry-wide standards means even for the same type of protective system, tabulated data will differ among manufacturers.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
When Do You Need an Engineer for Your Trench Shoring Design?
United Rentals Inc.
Deeper trenches and large surcharges require professional input.
January 6, 2020
United Rentals Trench Safety
Trench Shoring & Shielding
PERI Formwork PD-5 Shoring System
PERI Formwork Systems, Inc.
The system comprises just six parts and features a load-bearing capacity of up to 10,000 lbs per leg.
October 2, 2019
PD-5 features a lightweight and flexible frame.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Efficiency Production Octagon Box
Efficiency Production Inc.
July 18, 2019
Efficiency Production Octagon Promo 300 Cmyk
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Construction Worker Rescued After Falling Into Trench
Video from fox5dc.com shows rescue crews working to get a construction worker out of a trench he fell into
March 14, 2019
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Demolition Contractor Continues to Learn New Tricks After 60 Years
60-year-old Pitsch Companies uses a new shoring system for the first time while demolishing a gas station
January 15, 2019
The Efficiency Universal Slide Rail shoring system creates a much tighter work area, which was very helpful working in Grant’s historic downtown area.
Construction Safety
[VIDEO] 5 Things You Should Know to Stay Safe in a Trench
U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta public service announcement on trench safety
November 5, 2018
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Construction Safety
Resources Offered to Keep Workers Safe from Trenching-related Hazards
U.S. Department of Labor provides resources to increase awareness of trenching hazards, educate employers and workers on cave-in prevention and decrease the number of trench collapses
September 27, 2018
Trench Safety Resources
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Slide Rail Helps Shelly & Sands Build BMP Storm Sewer from Bottom to Top
Contractor turns to slide rail system to maintain safety on a complex underground utility installation project.
March 23, 2018
Because of the flexibility of of the slide rail system, Shelly & Sands was able to make “on-the-fly” design changes to the shoring system when the 96-in. existing storm sewer was not in the exact location indicated in the site plan.
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