Trench Boxes

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.

Design Service

Groundforce aim to make our design service as comprehensive, clear and informative as possible, providing detailed temporary works designs with safety and cost effectiveness being our main criteria. From generic or scheme specific designs through to Eurocode compliant major projects.

Introducing YourSolution+

Our bespoke box design tool is now live, create bespoke trench and manhole box designs, tailored to site specific soil profiles and surcharges.

Knowledgeable Personnel

For over 40 years, Groundforce has been one of the Ireland’s leading construction industry suppliers, and this is backed by a customer centred service guarantee. Our open book policy on lost and damaged equipment has built a relationship of trust resulting in a loyal and expanding customer base.

Design Hub

The Groundforce Design Hub gives you access to AutoCad and REVIT files of our product ranges. Our REVIT Families are Level 2 BIM compliant and have been created using the Uniclass2 naming conventions

National Deliveries

Our team offer national deliveries no matter where your project is located. Our resources and expertise ensure the necessary equipment gets to you in a timely and efficient matter, providing the best possible service to our customers.

Vast Equipment Range

Groundforce has the widest range of shoring equipment available throughout Ireland. Our range includes; Site Safety, Trench Boxes, Trench Sheets and Piles, light and heavy duty hydraulic bracing and strutting systems and other related products.

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.

Design Service

Groundforce aim to make our design service as comprehensive, clear and informative as possible, providing detailed temporary works designs with safety and cost effectiveness being our main criteria. From generic or scheme specific designs through to Eurocode compliant major projects.

Introducing YourSolution+

Our bespoke box design tool is now live, create bespoke trench and manhole box designs, tailored to site specific soil profiles and surcharges.

Knowledgeable Personnel

For over 40 years, Groundforce has been one of the Ireland’s leading construction industry suppliers, and this is backed by a customer centred service guarantee. Our open book policy on lost and damaged equipment has built a relationship of trust resulting in a loyal and expanding customer base.

Shoring Manual for Manhole and Trench Boxes

Design Hub

The Groundforce Design Hub gives you access to AutoCad and REVIT files of our product ranges. Our REVIT Families are Level 2 BIM compliant and have been created using the Uniclass2 naming conventions

National Deliveries

Our team offer national deliveries no matter where your project is located. Our resources and expertise ensure the necessary equipment gets to you in a timely and efficient matter, providing the best possible service to our customers.

Vast Equipment Range

Groundforce has the widest range of shoring equipment available throughout Ireland. Our range includes; Site Safety, Trench Boxes, Trench Sheets and Piles, light and heavy duty hydraulic bracing and strutting systems and other related products.

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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.

Design Service

Groundforce aim to make our design service as comprehensive, clear and informative as possible, providing detailed temporary works designs with safety and cost effectiveness being our main criteria. From generic or scheme specific designs through to Eurocode compliant major projects.

Featured

Introducing YourSolution+

Our bespoke box design tool is now live, create bespoke trench and manhole box designs, tailored to site specific soil profiles and surcharges.

Knowledgeable Personnel

For over 40 years, Groundforce has been one of the Ireland’s leading construction industry suppliers, and this is backed by a customer centred service guarantee. Our open book policy on lost and damaged equipment has built a relationship of trust resulting in a loyal and expanding customer base.

Featured

Design Hub

The Groundforce Design Hub gives you access to AutoCad and REVIT files of our product ranges. Our REVIT Families are Level 2 BIM compliant and have been created using the Uniclass2 naming conventions

National Deliveries

Our team offer national deliveries no matter where your project is located. Our resources and expertise ensure the necessary equipment gets to you in a timely and efficient matter, providing the best possible service to our customers.

Vast Equipment Range

Groundforce has the widest range of shoring equipment available throughout Ireland. Our range includes; Site Safety, Trench Boxes, Trench Sheets and Piles, light and heavy duty hydraulic bracing and strutting systems and other related products.

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Groundforce Shorco solution helps keep treatment works running during major upgrade

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What is Trench Shoring?

Trenches are defined as being any below ground excavation which is deeper than it is wide. The deeper a trench the more dangerous it becomes, which is of particular significance for construction workers for whom trenches have become an industry staple.

10/22/26

Groundforce’s YourSolution streamlines temporary works design for Coras Pipeline Services

Groundforce’s YourSolution temporary works design software is being used to optimise the accurate design and construction of manholes at a water treatment works for Uisce Eireann.

10/1/26

Groundforce Shorco wins prestigious CECA award

SheetMaster 2.0 recognised for its innovative approach to improving safety during trench sheet installation and removal.

09/28/26

Rethinking the red zone: How groundworks can squeeze schedules without sacrificing safety

Danny Terry, Regional Sales Manager, at Groundforce Shorco, explores the dangerous paradox of project deadline pressures and explains why replacing red zone vulnerability with mechanised control is the key to deep excavation safety.

09/23/26

The Urban Regeneration Boom: Navigating complex inner-centre projects

Ambitious urban regeneration is pushing UK construction into increasingly complex environments. Rob Powell, design manager, major projects at Groundforce Shorco, explores the specialised engineering required to navigate unique urban constraints, prevent costly structural delays, and de-risk the 'unbuildable' sites of 2026.

09/10/26

Groundforce Shorco solution helps keep treatment works running during major upgrade

Contractors carrying out an ambitious upgrade of a sewage treatment works for Severn Trent Water are using Groundforce Shorco’s Super Mega Brace system to support a deep excavation on site.

08/20/26

Groundforce supports Chatham Apartment Development

Groundforce equipment is helping Lashi Contractors bring new life to the site of a former local night club