Aluminum Shoring Shields Coupled with End Panel Kits Provide Necessary Shoring Coble Trench Safety shoring specialist Chris Allen plays a key role in assisting contractor with shoring design. The Specifics The contractor was performing the part of the utility work for a new bank that was being built.  The contractor was installing a sewer lateral to establish the necessary sanitation infrastructure for the bank.  The project would require approximately a 16 feet long excavation by approximately 16 feet deep.  If you're facing a particularly challenging trench job, give Coble Trench Safety a call to learn how we can help you get it right the first time. Atlanta, GA 1.877.312.1776 Baltimore, MD 1.866.951.0809 Birmingham, AL 1.877.312.1782 Charleston, SC 1.866.957.3624 Charlotte 1.877.587.3624 D.C. / Northern VA 1.866.887.3624 Greensboro (Corporate) 1.866.587.3624 Greenville, SC 1.877.312.1780 Jacksonville, FL 1.877.312.1783 Knoxville, TN 1.877.312.1781 Myrtle Beach, SC 1.866.586.9404 Norfolk, VA 1.866.975.3490 Raleigh 1.888.587.3624 Richmond, VA 1.866.887.3630 Click links in red above for more detailed information. CTS also offers Competent Person for Trench & Excavation training, as well as Confined Space Entry training. To see available dates and sign-up CLICK HERE The Scenario The project was relatively simple with few complications.  The contractor and Chris Allen had worked on the design and implementation plans throughout the planning phase of the project which helped to create a smooth and seamless transition into the project.  The only major obstacle that would be addressed with the shoring system was the need for 3-sided protection from a soil collapse. The Solution After the initial meetings with the contractor, Chris Allen helped the contractor select an aluminum shoring shields fitted with end panel kits for the project.  The contractor would need 2 shoring shields and 2 end panel kits to complete the necessary assembly for the project.  The aluminum shoring shields would be very lightweight and easily worked within the operating capacity of the machinery on the jobsite.  In addition, the end panel kits provided a quick, easy option for enclosing one end of the shoring shield.  The end panel kit bolts onto the existing hardware and can be set to a range of widths to adapt to the varying trench widths.  The contractor was very satisfied with the design of the system, as well as its quality and ease of use.  The system installed very quickly and without any difficulties.  It provided the necessary customization to adapt to slight variations in trench width and provided the necessary protection to keep the workers safe during the project.