Our Shoring Equipment

Groundforce equipment portfolio includes a full range of Trenching Equipment Systems and Shoring Equipment including: Trench Boxes, Trench Sheets and Piles, light and heavy duty hydraulic bracing and hydraulic struts and other related products. 

Groundforce operates a national sales force network from 2 strategically located depots, providing Ireland coverage. To accompany our products we offer a full design and advisory service using the latest AutoCAD systems and field based engineers to meet our customers’ objectives efficiently and safely.

Trench Box

Trench Box

For trenches up to 6.6m deep 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.

Backhoe Trench Box

Backhoe Trench Box

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 3 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.

Manhole Boxes

Manhole Boxes

A manhole box is similar to a trench box in it's basic function, but they incorporate integral end return panels for extra ground support when placing pre-cast manhole rings, as an alternative to sheets and frames. There are five available sizes catering to common manhole ring sizes. They can be quickly assembled and installed without an operator needing to enter the unsupported excavation, supporting trenches up to 5.5m using the base module and various struts. Ideal for most ground conditions.

Pile Chamber

Pile Chamber

Pile Chamber Shoring is the ideal option when installing pipework and other utilities. This system combines shoring panels and trench sheets. The Pile Chamber creates a guiding frame for the trench sheets, while simultaneously serving as the upper support. Sheet piles are pushed in by the excavator ahead of the excavation, and the working width is adjusted by means of spindles, Rolling Struts or extension pipes. The Pile Chamber panel can also be used in slide rail shoring using standard KD6 and KD8 sheet piles. Additionally, the Pile Chamber can be used in conjunction with the Rolling Strut Single Slide Rail and Double Slide Rail for crossing services.

Backhoe Manhole Box

Backhoe Manhole Box

The Backhoe Manhole Box is lightweight and ideal for installing pre-cast manhole rings and trench runs, without the need to alter the trench width. It has a typical base weight of 912kg, and is suitable for excavations up to 4.0m deep. It has a simple pinned strut arrangement, with a range of strut lengths available for non-square configurations and a 1.2m clearance under the bottom strut. End closure panels are available to support the open ends of the box, and handrails can be added for extra safety.

Premier Trench Box

Premier Trench Box

The Premier Trench Box provides a dependable, robust solution to deep pipe laying activities, designed with high rigidity, making it ideal for supporting deep trenches. With the ability to achieve trench depths up to 6.6m using a base and two top extension units, it offers maximum versatility. The Premier Trench Box has a large 2.45m clearance under the lower struts and internal trench widths ranging from 0.8m to 4.7m. Handrails and ladder-safe panels are available for added protection.

Single Slide Rail

Single Slide Rail

The Single Slide Rail is a modular trench shoring system featuring a single guide rail for installing trench shoring plates. It is designed for efficiency and safety, keeping the trench width constant throughout excavation while reducing installation and removal forces.​ The system's design enables greater under-strut clearances than conventional trench boxes, and additional strut clearance is possible when using a steel beam or a concrete slab.​ The shoring panels are only inserted into one guide to allow a maximum box depth of 3.8m and a width of 6.24m. For longer pipe runs, the Rolling Struts can be arranged so their heights are offset, enabling pipes to be ‘pitched in’.

Double Slide Rail

Double Slide Rail

The Rolling Strut Double Slide Rail is a highly versatile shoring system used for deep trenches with high pipe clearances.​ The system consists of Panels, Slide Rails and H-shaped Rolling Struts. Where the shoring panels are inserted into two guides.​ They are primarily used for deep trenches of up to 7.60 m or long run trenches. Due to the design of the system, there are greater under strut clearances when compared to conventional trench boxes. When using a soil support even larger strut clearance heights to be achieved.​ Trenches can also be totally enclosed by using Corner Slide Rails and Trench Shoring Panels.

Rolling Strut Trench Box

Rolling Strut Trench Box

The Rolling Strut Trench Box differs from a conventional trench box as the rolling struts enable both plates to move independently of each other during installation and removal. Its unique design allows for parallel plate movement during installation and removal, minimizing potential soil movements. This makes it a more stable and safe option for excavation work. The construction of the Rolling Strut Trench Box enables greater under strut clearances of up to 3.1m in comparison to conventional trench boxes .

Backhoe Drag Box

Backhoe Drag Box

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 2m 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.

Super Drag Boxes

Super Drag Boxes

Drag boxes provide local support to trenches as moveable ‘shields’ generally in stable or self-supporting ground conditions. They are not intended for full panel height support of trench walls, as in the case of a traditional trench box , however correct use will considerably enhance productivity and safety. It must be noted that drag boxes are very heavy pieces of equipment and certain Drag Box models permit the use of top boxes and/or rear extensions so will require large excavators to handle them safely.

Hi Clear Manhole Box

Hi Clear Manhole Box

Hi-Clear Manhole box posts allow the connection of a base unit to a top unit, providing a 4m high box with only two struts as opposed to three. The lower strut is positioned higher in the assembly as to provide the added benefit of greater under-strut clearance. This improves height-to-width ratio, a crucial requirement when large diameter pipes and chambers need to be installed. The Hi-Clearance system uses a unique fixed length strutting system that is available in three different lengths.

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