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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
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
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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.
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
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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.
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.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Contractor Chooses Slide Rail for O’Hare Airport Pump Station Install
With limited space and limited shoring options for the jumbo concrete structure, Midwest REM turned to EPI's Slide Rail Shoring System.
March 29, 2017
The height restrictions meant tight-sheeting could only be driven at night. Instead, Midwest REM chose an Efficiency Production manufactured Slide Rail System with integrated guard rail to shore the large excavation.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Michigan Contractor Helps Install Long-term Solution to Flint Water Crisis
Contractor uses a customized trench shoring solution to install 13 miles of 60-in.-diameter pipe for the Karegnondi Water Authority pipeline
April 13, 2016
Zito Construction is installing 50-ft.-long sections of 60-in.-diameter steel spiral-weld pipe 13 miles along the main transmission line of the KWA pipeline project. The boundaries of the new water supply will encompass over 2,400 sq. miles and over a half million people.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
How to Assist Your Customers When Renting Trench Shoring and Shielding Equipment
Excavation projects by definition are dangerous operations that require caution and planning, especially when the excavation is intended to create a work space for personnel such as for underground installation repair or installation.
December 16, 2014
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Trench Shoring & Shielding
Shoring Solution, Careful Planning Meet Strict Requirements for Construction Under Denver’s Union Pacific Rail Yard
Contractors uses GME sliderail system to help minimize excavation size and soil disturbances during tunnel construction only 27 feet from a railroad track
April 7, 2014
Ground level view of the excavation, showing proximity to an active rail yard, as Microtunnel machine is lowered into the shored excavation.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Contractor Partners with Rental Company for Shoring Solutions During Excavation Project
Kayser Construction partnered with Trench Plate Rental Co. for safe, economic trench and shoring solutions during a 30-foot-deep excavation project.
February 3, 2014
The excavation in the Cal Steel building began by cutting a 40-foot square hole through an 8-inch pad.
Trench Shoring & Shielding
Efficiency Slide Rail System Gets the Shaft
Slide rail shoring system used for excavating within the corner of two existing walls.
October 1, 2009
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Trench Shoring & Shielding
Installation of Large Diameter Pipe in Underground Utility Project Requires Use of Custom Shoring Solution
Custom trench shield spreader arch delivered in five days with no down time for contractor.
July 13, 2009
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