Plate Type

Length
(mm)

Width
(mm)

Weight
(Kg)

Thickness 
(mm)
Plain Steel

2400

1200 

500

20
Anti-Skid

2400 

1200 

600

20

    Road Plate with LiftSafe

    A lifting shackle engages directly into a built-in lifting cassette manufactured centrally in the plate. When combined with a single leg chain sling, the plates can be easily lifted, transported and positioned by the machine operator.

    This eliminates the need to use a four-leg chain sling to handle the plate and greatly reduces the risk of hand injury, finger trapping and other safety issues associated with this method.

    Note: Four corner holes remain in place should a four leg chain lift ever be required.

FAQs

What are road plates used for?

Road plates are used to safely cover excavations, allowing vehicles and pedestrians to pass while work is ongoing.


When should road plates be used?

They’re ideal when excavations cannot be reinstated immediately, such as during peak traffic times or between phases of work.


Are road plates suitable for vehicle traffic?

Yes, road plates are designed to support vehicle loads and help maintain road access during construction or utility works.


What is the difference between plain steel and anti-skid road plates?

Plain steel plates provide basic coverage, while anti-skid road plates feature resin-bonded bauxite chippings to improve grip and reduce slip risk.


Are anti-skid road plates safer?

Anti-skid plates offer improved traction for vehicles and pedestrians, particularly in wet or high-traffic conditions.


How are road plates lifted and positioned safely?

Road plates can be handled with lifting equipment, including the LiftSafe system, which provides a safer, faster way to lift and relocate them.


What is LiftSafe and how does it work?

LiftSafe is a purpose-designed lifting system that reduces manual handling risks when moving standard and anti-skid road plates. The central lifting mechanism allows users to quickly attach, lift, and reposition road plates safely and efficiently.


Do road plates comply with site safety requirements?

When correctly installed and secured, road plates help improve site safety and support compliance with workplace safety standards.


Are road plates available in different sizes?

Road plates at Groundforce Shorco are available in a standard 2400 × 1200mm size with a 20mm thickness. Plain steel plates weigh 500kg, while anti-skid plates weigh 600kg. We also offer bespoke sizes, which are for sale only.


Can road plates be used for pedestrian access as well as vehicles?

Yes, road plates help maintain safe access for both vehicles and pedestrians over open excavations.


Are road plates suitable for temporary road crossings?

Yes, they provide a quick and effective temporary solution for road crossings during excavation works.


Related Files

(1.67 MB)
Road Plates User Guide
(773.52 KB)
Technical Note 12 - Use of road plates

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