The LITE guard Standard Trench Shields / Boxes are great for domestic plumbing and maintenance work. With just 6 parts plus 8 pins and clips per shield they are capable of being dismantled within minutes and carried into backyard or restricted access areas. You can then assemble right next to the excavation or excavator. They come equipped with multiple points to attach adjustable spreader bars and all panels have 4 built in lift points. When lifting we recommend you use a 4 leg lifting chain or double lifting straps.
This is the most popular LITE guard trench shield and suits all mini excavators from 2.5 to 7.0 tonne. With extension joiners the shields can be stacked 3 deep. Alternatively they can also be inverted to use in small shafts.
The LITE guard mechanical system is superior to hydraulics as there is no need for any water on site. Therefore they cannot have a burst hose and are failure proof.
For Transport the LITE guard trench shields fit in the back of your Ute, small tray truck or a work van.
Great for all your maintenance work, sewer, storm water, water mains, gas services, below ground electrical services and any minor excavation.
Trench Shield / Box Sizes
The LITE guard Standard Trench Shield / Box is available in 4 sizes: 1200 x 1200, 1800 x 1200, 2400x 1200 & 3000x 1200. The most popular size is the 2400 x 1200 and each panel weighs in at only 55kgs. Resulting in a fully assembled unit weighing in at just 135kgs. Spreader bars come in two sizes, 600 to 900mm & 1000 to 1800mm. Other sizes can be made available on request.
LITE guard Trench Shield / Box Panel Specifications
| Panel Type | Panel Length mm | Panel Height mm | Safe Working Load (kPa) | Panel Thickness mm | Under Strut Clearance | Internal Clearance Strut to Strut mm | Unit weight Incl. 1000mm Struts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit | 2400 | 1200 | 20 to 50 | 56 | Various | Various | 146kgs |
| Unit | 1800 | 1200 | 20 to 50 | 56 | Various | Various | 110kgs |
| Unit | 1200 | 1200 | 20 to 50 | 56 | Various | Various | 80kgs |
LITE guard Trench Shields / Boxes Meet Global Standards
AS/NZ 4744.1 – 2000, BS EN 13331.1 & 2 – 2002 (British & European Standard), OSHA Sub Part P