Aluminum Trench Box

Modular Aluminum Trench Shield System is Hand assembled, Pick-up Truck Transportable

Build-A-Box can be used in a variety of ways:
- Repair Work
- Taps
- Laterals
- Limited Access Areas Using a Backhoe
- Manhole Installation

Hand Assembled.
Can be assembled in minutes to 2-sided, 3-sided or 4-sided shields. Flexibility of configurations allows for on-the-spot design changes to meet each job requirement.

Pick-up Truck Transportable.
Complete units can be transported in pick-up truck or van making deliveries quick and easy.

Exclusive Corner End Post.
Accommodates either adjustable struts or panels and allows for unlimited box designs.

Heavy Duty Adjustable Strut.
Provides maximum versatility and strength.

Foam Filled.
All panels are foam filled to prevent dirt and water build up.

Tongue and Groove Design.
Provides for self alignment, simplifies assembly.

Fast and Easy Hand Assembly
Complete unit stacks flat, minimizing storage and transportation problems.
Most aluminum panels can be handled by one person.
Panels are pinned to corner end posts.
Panels are stacked to desired height.
Versatility allows for T-connections.
Optical barrier posts increase safety factor.

Lightweight 2 ft. High Modular Sections to 12 ft. Long to Suit Your Needs
Sectional corner end post allows maximum flexibility
Full length corner end post allows maximum pipe clearance
Changes From 2-Sided to 3-Sided or 4-Sided Build-A-Box in Minutes
By removing adjustable struts from a 2-sided Build-A-Box and replacing them with modular panels, you can convert to a 3-sided or 4-sided shield in minutes.

XLAP Uses:
TrenchTech XLAP series aluminum panel trench shields are designed specifically for municipalities, utilities, and contractors who use rubber-tired backhoe/loaders and small excavators for trenching.

Standard Features:
- Telescoping spreader sets in a wide variety of sizes.
- Stackable with Build-A-Box.
- Flat bottom or extruded aluminum knife edge on panels.
- Narrow sidewalls.
- Ultra-light double wall aluminum.
- Greatest strength to weight ratio in the industry.
- 3 in. sidewalls are smooth to prevent dirt build-up and reduce friction.
- Foam-filled wall construction prevents dirt and moisture accumulation.
- Pulling and Lifting Lugs.
- Professional Engineer design and depth certification.

Options:
- T-connections cut-outs.
- End panels for three and four-sided shields.
- Corner connector brackets.
- Adapters to allow use of standard XLS pipe spreaders.
- Adjustable spreaders.
- Custom spreader location.
- Steel or aluminum knife edge.
- Adjustable legs.
- Wheel kit.

Spreader Options:
- XLAP-3
- XLAP-5

Uses:
The New Corru-Lite Shield is made of lightweight aluminum and is primarily used for light utility work. The Corru-Lite can be easily transported in the back of a pick-up truck
Standard Features:
- Steel caps on top and bottom for added strength and durability.
- Easily assembled by one or two people.
- Easily transported in pick-up truck.
- 4 point lifting system
- Molded tubular end members with recessed stacking or leg sockets.
- Triple vertical tube collar design
- Pinned spreader connections.
- Professional Engineer depth certification chart
Options:
- End kits for 3 & 4 sided protection.
- Leg kits for up to 2 ft. additional pipe clearance.
- Stacking Pins.
Spreader Options:
- Static Steel.
- Adjustable Steel.
- Static Aluminum.
- Adjustable Aluminum.