Learn How To Make the Guardian Modular Trench Shields
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How to: Assemble Guardian Trench Shields Modular Box (Manhole)
Huntley and Harley from the Guardian team have made an easy-to-follow video that shows how quick and simple it is to put together a modular box (manhole).
Watch it here, or read below, and we'll break it down for you.
People:
You'll need two people to assemble these.
Equipment:
- Lengths of Modular Guardian Trench Shield Panels - as required to suit depth and rating.
- Corner brackets
- Lifting eye brackets
- Pins
- A 4-leg chain sling (If you don't have one or need another, TransQuip can supply one - See our range Here)
- Your digger
- Your hi-vis and work gloves (Huntley and Harley used cut-proof gloves for the job but it's down to personal choice. Quality safety gloves are available from TransQuip - Browse our range Here)
Total Assembly Time: Approx 10 minutes
How To:
- Put two panels together at right angles, with a slight gap so the corner bracket can be slotted into place.
- Slot in the corner bracket and secure with the 4 pins provided.
- Repeat. Put the next two panels together and slot the corner brackets into place.
- Then, begin on the second layer, sliding the panels onto the vertical rails.
- Put the top pins in place to secure.
- Once the manhole has reached the required height, put the lifting brackets on.
- Putting in the lifting eyes is similar to putting the corner brackets on. Just slide into place and secure with the pins provided.
- Lift into place using the digger. Complete whilst in place if required. Continue adding more layers to increase the height/depth as required.
Job done!
Tips:
- Always check that the holes align ready to push the pins through.
- Put the 4 bottom pins in place first when doing the corner brackets. Then the top pins when adding the second layer.
- If you keep the 4th side lower initially, you won't need a ladder for access.
- The smaller the manhole, the deeper you can go while adhering to the ratings.
- Spare pins are available from TransQuip if you damage or lose your pins.
- Modular boxes are available from TransQuip for sale or hire.
- Certified to American standards for manhole shoring, the modular boxes are suited to all soil types - from sand to clay.
For more on Guardian modular boxes, manholes and shoring and to watch a video that answers all the most common FAQ's Click Here.
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