3” Aluminum Trench Shield (8×8)
These aluminum panel trench shields are designed specifically for municipalities, and contractors who use rubber-tired backhoes or smaller excavators for trenching. Aluminum shields are made of lightweight, smooth, double-wall aluminum. Each 3-inch side-wall is constructed of foam-filled, 8 inch extrusions which prevent dirt build-up and reduces friction.
Applications
- Deep sanitary sewer
- Water main
- Storm sewer
Specifications
| Model(Ft.) (Ht-Lg.) | 8x8 |
|---|---|
| Weight (lbs.) | 1,120 |
| () | 30 |
| Shield Capacity (PSF) | 1,200 |
| Depth of Cut (Ft.) Soil Type (B-45 (II)) | 27 |
| Depth of Cut (Ft.) Soil Type (C-60 (III)) | 20 |
| Depth of Cut (Ft.) Soil Type (C-80 (IV)) | 15 |