Shielding is a protective system utilizing a trench shield or “trench box” installed in the excavation to protect (shield) the workers from the hazards of a cave-in. Shoring is a protective system ...

Efficiency Production, Inc. now offers a unique Trench Shield Repair & Recertification Service. The program aims to "repair & recertify" used or damaged trench shields by repairing the shield’s ...

United Rentals, Inc. is sharing eight trench box safety tips to help contractors and utilities promote safe work practices in trenching and excavation operations. Developed from United Rentals’ ...

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities recently let a $9.6-million bid to install 20,000 linear feet of high capacity 48-inch steel spiral water main pipe in 50-foot joint lengths. Taking on the challenge of ...

The Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility let a $7-million contract last year to install 4,200 linear feet of high-capacity 48-inch-diameter steel spiral water main pipe, in 40-foot joint lengths.

SD 8-1-1, OSHA and AGC of South Dakota hosted a trench safety stand down in Rapid City with hands-on demos on excavation ...