Hydraulic Shoring Product Guide

Hydraulic Shoring Product Guide AMERICA S TRENCH BOX BUILDER VERTICAL SHORES HORIZONTAL WALERS HI-CLEARANCE SHORES ALUM-A-SHIELD 559 CYLINDER SPACING (mm) 46 61 17 152 SHORE RAILS (cm) 213 EFFICIENCY PRODUCTION, INC. 1219 274 366 488 5.2 CYLINDER PRESSURE (PSF) 1.4 America s Trench Box Builder www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373

Hydraulic Vertical Shores Superior versatility in trenches up to 7.62 m deep & 3.66 m wide Uses: Where trench shields are used to protect workers against cave-ins, hydraulic shores are used to actually apply pressure to trench walls to prevent cave-ins. Efficiency s aluminum hydraulic shores and shields are an excellent lightweight resource for working around existing utilities, supporting trench walls near structures, curbs, or sidewalks; and for pipe installations where a larger backhoe cannot be used. Hydraulic shores are installed and removed from the surface, thus avoiding the risk of working in an unshored trench. Hydraulic shores offer superior versatility in trenches up to 25 ft. deep and 12 ft. wide. A cylinder extension system adds to the shores range which improves on-site adaptability when encountering excavations of varying widths. These high strength aluminum shores are available in standard or heavy duty models and can be used to meet OSHA regulations in A, B, or C soils. Features: Two 23 mm wide rails ranging in size from 46 cm to 488 cm tall 5 mm diameter hydraulic cylinders Oversleeve to protect cylinder Fittings and hose Cylinder pads and socket pads Swivel fitting protector Options & Accessories: Standard or Heavy Duty tails Cylinder extension system 5 gal. pump can (plastic or steel) Biodegradable shoring fluid Release tool & removal hook Chudoform (4 ft. x 8 ft. sheets) Finger guards Repair kit 2

Installation & Removal Safe, easy shoring installation & removal process Installation 1 Connect hydraulic hose line from pump to shore. Hook release tool through handle and lower shore into trench. Place shores in accordance with the Tabulated Data and begin pressurizing the shore. Normal operating pressure is 5.2 to 1.4 MPa. Installation 2 Installation 3 When shore is in place and pressurized to a safe working range, disconnect the hose fitting with the release tool. Removal 1 Release shoring fluid at hose fitting with the release tool and allow shore to depressurize. The released fluid is biodegradable. Removal 2 Pull the shore from the trench with the removal hook and release tool. The shore will scissor back toward a folded position. Removal 3 Continue pulling the shore away from the trench until it folds flat. Finger guards help protect from pinch points. www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373 3

Shoring Specifications Six sizes of STANDARD vertical shores Vertical Shore Rails - Standard STANDARD Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders (kg) S-1.5X1727 432-686 1 9 S-1.5X2236 559-914 1 1 S-1.5X2846 711-1168 1 11 S-1.5X3455 864-1397 1 13 S-1.5X4269 167-1753 1 15 S-1.5X5288 1321-2235 1 16 Hydraulic Vertical Shore with two cylinders Standard Rails S-2X1727 432-686 1 1 S-2X2236 559-914 1 11 S-2X2846 711-1168 1 13 S-2X3455 864-1397 1 14 S-2X4269 167-1753 1 15 S-2X5288 1321-2235 1 17 S-3.5X1727 432-686 2 19 S-3.5X2236 559-914 2 23 S-3.5X2846 711-1168 2 25 S-3.5X3455 864-1397 2 27 S-3.5X4269 167-1753 2 31 S-3.5X5288 1321-2235 2 35 Hydraulic Shores in trench S-5X1727 432-686 2 25 S-5X2236 559-914 2 27 S-5X2846 711-1168 2 3 S-5X3455 864-1397 2 32 S-5X4269 167-1753 2 35 S-5X5288 1321-2235 2 39 S-7X1727 432-686 2 3 S-7X2236 559-914 2 32 S-7X2846 711-1168 2 34 S-7X3455 864-1397 2 36 S-7X4269 167-1753 2 4 S-7X5288 1321-2235 2 44 Hydraulic Shores with boards S-9X1727 432-686 3 38 S-9X2236 559-914 3 41 S-9X2846 711-1168 3 46 S-9X3455 864-1397 3 49 S-9X4269 167-1753 3 54 S-9X5288 1321-2235 3 6 4 Hydraulic Shores in trench

Shoring Specifications Six sizes of HEAVY DUTY vertical shores Vertical Shore Rails - Heavy Duty HEAVY DUTY Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders (kg) H-3.5X1727 432-686 2 12 H-3.5X2236 559-914 2 13 H-3.5X2846 711-1168 2 28 H-3.5X3455 864-1397 2 3 H-3.5X4269 167-1753 2 34 H-3.5X5288 1321-2235 2 37 H-5X1727 432-686 2 28 H-5X2236 559-914 2 3 H-5X2846 711-1168 2 33 H-5X3455 864-1397 2 35 H-5X4269 167-1753 2 39 H-5X5288 1321-2235 2 42 H-7X1727 432-686 2 35 H-7X2236 559-914 2 37 H-7X2846 711-1168 2 4 H-7X3455 864-1397 2 43 H-7X4269 167-1753 2 46 H-7X5288 1321-2235 2 5 H-9X1727 432-686 3 47 H-9X2236 559-914 3 5 H-9X2846 711-1168 3 54 H-9X3455 864-1397 3 58 H-9X4269 167-1753 3 64 H-9X5288 1321-2235 3 69 H-12X1727 432-686 3 58 H-12X2236 559-914 3 61 H-12X2846 711-1168 3 66 H-12X3455 864-1397 3 69 H-12X4269 167-1753 3 74 H-12X5288 1321-2235 3 8 H-16X1727 432-686 4 77 H-16X2236 559-914 4 8 H-16X2846 711-1168 4 87 H-16X3455 864-1397 4 92 H-16X4269 167-1753 4 99 H-16X5288 1321-2235 4 16 Heavy Duty Rails Heavy Duty Vertical Shore with three cylinders Heavy Duty Shores in trench Heavy Duty Shores with boards Universal One-Piece Extension Part No. Length (In.) Length (mm) (Lbs.) EXU6 152 2 EXU12 35 3 EXU18 457 3 EXU24 61 4 EXU3 762 5 EXU36 914 5 EXU42 167 5 EXU48 1219 6 EXU56 1422 6 www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373 5

Shoring Accessories Hydraulic shoring options and accessories Installation & Removal Tools Installation Tools Part # Description Length(mm) AS51 Shoring Release Tool 762 AS511 Shoring Release Tool 1219 AS512 Shoring Release Tool 1829 AS513 Shoring Release Tool 2438 835157 Waler Release Tool 1219 Removal Tools Part # Description Length(mm) AS514 Shoring Removal Hook 762 AS515 Shoring Removal Hook 1219 AS516 Shoring Removal Hook 1829 AS517 Shoring Removal Hook 1219 Chudoform, Handle, & Corner Protectors Part # Description 59425 122 x 244 cm Sheet of Chudoform 8345187 Stnd. Universal Handle 59244 Corner Protector Removal Hook Release Tool Handle Corner Protector Finger Guard Hose Bridal Manifold Part # Description AS5131 Manifold 3 Cylinder AS51311 Manifold 4 Cylinder Hydraulic Pump Can Part # Description AS5121 5 Gallon Hand Pump-Steel AS5122 5 Gallon Hand Pump-Plastic Shoring Fluid Part # Description Quantity AS5114 Shore Fluid 1 Qrt. AS5124 Shore Fluid 12 Qrt./Case AS5128 No-Freeze SF 4.5 L AS5132 No-Freeze SF 27.3 L/Case *All shoring fluid is environmentally safe Cylinder Test Stand Part # ASCYLTEST Chudoform (Shoring Board) Shoring Barrel Wrench Part # Description AS5123 5 mm Cylinder Barrel Wrench Hyd. Rail Straightener Part # AS-RS-ADJ 6

Shoring Hand Pump Metal or plastic hand pump for hydraulic shores Efficiency Production s hydraulic shoring pump and container were developed especially for hydraulic shoring systems. The patented, corrosion-resistant pump assembly and five-gallon plastic container give a more reliable pumping system for your hydraulic shores. Features Five gallon, rust-proof container Stainless steel plunger rod Only two internal working parts Adjustable handle with rubber grip Front lifting handle Internal check valve UV stabilized, high-impact polymer Recessed foot hold Dent resistant Protected recessed fitting guard Custom colors and logos available with quantity purchase, plastic pump can only (Right) POWER PUMP Gasoline powered 6.9 MPa pump pressure 54.6 L plastic reservoir with clean out valve Self-priming pump Replaceable hydraulic filter : 61 kg empty; 16 kg filled Also Available in DC Model www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373 7

Horizontal Walers Hydraulic horizontal walers provide increased depth rating Walers - Standard Rails STANDARD Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (Ft. x In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders WS-6X36 559-914 2 44 WS-6X46 711-1168 2 48 WS-6X55 864-1397 2 49 WS-6X69 167-1753 2 53 WS-6X88 1321-2235 2 57 (kg) WS-8X36 559-914 2 55 WS-8X46 711-1168 2 59 WS-8X55 864-1397 2 6 WS-8X69 167-1753 2 64 WS-8X88 1321-2235 2 68 Horizontal Hydraulic Walers WS-12X36 559-914 3 82 WS-12X46 711-1168 3 85 WS-12X55 864-1397 3 9 WS-12X69 167-1753 3 95 WS-12X88 1321-2235 3 99 Walers - Heavy Duty Rails HEAVY DUTY Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (Ft. x In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders WH-6X36 559-914 2 76 WH-6X46 711-1168 2 79 WH-6X55 864-1397 2 81 WH-6X69 167-1753 2 85 WH-6X88 1321-2235 2 89 (kg) WH-8X36 559-914 2 98 WH-8X46 711-1168 2 11 WH-8X55 864-1397 2 13 WH-8X69 167-1753 2 17 WH-8X88 1321-2235 2 11 WH-1X36 559-914 2 119 WH-1X46 711-1168 2 123 WH-1X55 864-1397 2 124 WH-1X69 167-1753 2 128 WH-1X88 1321-2235 2 132 WH-12X36 559-914 2 14 WH-12X46 711-1168 2 144 WH-12X55 864-1397 2 146 WH-12X69 167-1753 2 149 WH-12X88 1321-2235 2 153 WH3-16X36 559-914 3 189 WH3-16X46 711-1168 3 194 WH3-16X55 864-1397 3 197 WH3-16X69 167-1753 3 22 WH3-16X88 1321-2235 3 28 8

Hi-Clearance Shores Superior versatility and maximum pipe clearance Advantages: Efficiency s Hi-Clearance Shore provide the greatest pipe-clearance up to 2134 mm of any hydraulic vertical shores on the market today. Additionally, Hi-Clearance Shores feature all the options and accessories of regular hydraulic vertical shores. Hi-Clearance Shores Hi-Clearance Shores - Heavy Duty Rails HEAVY DUTY Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (Ft. x In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders (kg) HI-CLEAR-8X36 559-914 3 111 HI-CLEAR-8X46 711-1168 3 116 HI-CLEAR-8X55 864-1397 3 119 HI-CLEAR-8X69 167-1753 3 124 HI-CLEAR-8X88 1321-2235 3 13 HI-CLEAR-1X36 559-914 4 136 HI-CLEAR-1X46 711-1168 4 143 HI-CLEAR-1X55 864-1397 4 147 HI-CLEAR-1X69 167-1753 4 154 HI-CLEAR-1X88 1321-2235 4 162 HI-CLEAR-12X36 559-914 4 156 HI-CLEAR-12X46 711-1168 4 163 HI-CLEAR-12X55 864-1397 4 167 HI-CLEAR-12X69 167-1753 4 174 HI-CLEAR-12X88 1321-2235 4 181 HI-CLEAR-16X36 559-914 5 24 HI-CLEAR-16X46 711-1168 5 213 HI-CLEAR-16X55 864-1397 5 218 HI-CLEAR-16X69 167-1753 5 227 HI-CLEAR-16X88 1321-2235 5 236 www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373 9

Rescue Shores Fast, lightweight shoring for trench rescue operations Rescue shore with Traction Tread Plate and new Positive Locking Cylinder Advantages: Time is critical in a trench rescue and air jacks are time consuming to install safely. Air jacks are also heavy and need to be nailed to cumbersome planking or plywood inside of an already unsafe trench, putting the rescue crew at risk of becoming trapped themselves. Hydraulic Rescue Shores are quickly positioned and pressurized from the surface, eliminating the need for crew members to enter an unsafe trench to install shoring. Rescue Shores feature a pivoting socket pad that swivel s to support irregular trenches. Rails have traction tread plates that increase the holding grip on shoring board surface. Rescue Shores now come standard with positive locking cylinders that protect against the unlikely event of a collapsed cylinder due to loss of pressure. Positive Locking Cylinder U-Style Swivel Socket Pad Rescue Shores - Standard Rails STANDARD Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders (kg) S-1.5X1727-R 432-686 1 16 S-1.5X2236-R 559-914 1 17 S-1.5X2846-R 711-1168 1 18 S-1.5X3455-R 864-1397 1 2 S-1.5X4269-R 167-1753 1 21 S-1.5X5288-R 1321-2235 1 23 S-3.5X1727-R 432-686 2 34 S-3.5X2236-R 559-914 2 38 S-3.5X2846-R 711-1168 2 4 S-3.5X3455-R 864-1397 2 42 S-3.5X4269-R 167-1753 2 46 S-3.5X5288-R 1321-2235 2 5 S-5X1727-R 432-686 3 42 S-5X2236-R 559-914 3 44 S-5X2846-R 711-1168 3 47 S-5X3455-R 864-1397 3 49 S-5X4269-R 167-1753 3 53 S-5X5288-R 1321-2235 3 57 1

Alum-A-Shield Corrugated aluminum trench shield with hydraulic spreaders Alum-A-Shield is a single wall corrugated aluminum trench shield that is designed to be light and strong. Available with static or hydraulic spreader sets, Alum-A- Shield is designed specifically for municipalities, utility workers, and contractors who use rubber-tired backhoe/loaders and small excavators for trenching. Side cut-out doors can be added for crossing utilities, and end kits allow for three or four-sided protection. Features: Interchangeable static or hydraulic telescoping QuickBraces as spreaders Horizontal waler along sidewall for maximum depth rating Reinforced steel caps on top and bottom for added durability Molded tubular end members for additional strength and durability Recessed stacking pockets Leg kit (Optional) Alum-A-Shield - Hydraulic QuickBraces Model - Height x Length Depth of Cut (m) Height x Length (Ft.) (m) C-6 C-8 (kg) AH46 1.22 x 1.83 6.4 4.88 277 AH48 1.22 x 2.44 6.4 4.88 363 AH41 1.22 x 3.5 5.49 4.27 454 AH412 1.22 x 3.66 3.66 2.74 545 AH66 1.83 x 1.83 6.4 4.88 325 AH68 1.83 x 2.44 6.4 4.88 427 AH61 1.83 x 3.5 5.49 4.27 529 AH612 1.83 x 3.66 3.66 2.74 631 AH86 2.44 x 1.83 6.4 4.88 37 AH88 2.44 x 2.44 6.4 4.88 486 AH81 2.44 x 3.5 5.49 4.27 64 AH812 2.44 x 3.66 3.66 2.74 745 AH16 3.5 x 1.83 6.4 4.88 481 AH18 3.5 x 2.44 6.4 4.88 545 AH11 3.5 x 3.5 5.49 4.27 679 AH112 3.5 x 3.66 3.66 2.74 88 Alum-A-Shield with End Kit Hydraulic QuickBraces Rectangular steel tubing fully protects enclosed cylinder system and spring return Single-pin connection to waler allows for easy assembly Adjustable sizes to accommodate various shielding widths Telescoping oversleeves that pin every 5 mm for extra protection SPRING RETURN QuickBrace Internal Components CYLINDER Quick-connect hydraulic fittings and pins allow for easy assembly, disassembly, or change out Custom needle values give bi-directional sealing capabilities for independent pressure control Manifold has bleed-off valve to relieve hydraulic pressure No special tools needed for disassembly or maintenance www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373 11

End Shores Corrugated aluminum rails & end panels Efficiency Production s corrugated aluminum hydraulic end shores are ideal for adding third-sided protection to a trench when working closely to buildings or existing structures. End Shores are equipped with end panel tubes and brackets to secure corrugated aluminum sheeting to the enclosed hydraulic cylinders. The end panel tubes can secure sheeting up to 1.22 m off the bottom of the trench to accommodate utility installation under the end panel. End Shores are designed to work in combination with vertical hydraulic shores. Features: Designed to work in combination with Vertical Hydraulic Shores 152 or 213 cm Corrugated Aluminum Rails Two 8 in. wide horizontal walers attach rail for maximum depth rating Reinforced steel caps on rail s top and bottom for added durability Utilizes hydraulic telescoping Quick-Braces End Shores - Corrugated Aluminum Rails Model - Rail Lg. x Cr. Br. (Ft. x In.) Cross Brace Width (mm) Cylinders (kg) S-3.5X1727-E 432-686 2 98 S-3.5X2236-E 559-914 2 14 S-3.5X3455-E 864-1397 2 19 S-3.5X4269-E 167-1753 2 116 S-3.5X5288-E 1321-2235 2 123 S-5X1727-E 432-686 2 19 S-5X2236-E 559-914 2 114 S-5X3455-E 864-1397 2 127 S-5X4269-E 167-1753 2 141 S-5X5288-E 1321-2235 2 159 S-6X1727-E 432-686 2 114 S-6X2236-E 559-914 2 118 S-6X3455-E 864-1397 2 132 S-6X4269-E 167-1753 2 145 S-6X5288-E 1321-2235 2 163 End Panel Bracket End Panel Tube Pin NOTE: Tubes may be staggered to secure sheeting in place if required 12

Shoring Trailer FullStock Aluminum Shoring Trailer (FAST) Efficiency s FullStock Aluminum Shoring Trailer (FAST) is equipped with a variety of custombuilt options for stocking shoring equipment for fast, resourceful use in the field. Shoring trailers are ideal for Public Works crews encountering a variety of trench projects each day, since all of the necessary tools are available... no return trips to the yard for missing equipment. The FullStock trailer can also save storage space in the equipment garage since all of the pieces can remain loaded and locked on the trailer. All racks and other options can be re-sized, repositioned, and reconfigured to fit your specific needs. Features: High strength steel construction Dual axle Racks can be fitted to your trailer Aluminum Shield Series: Aluminum shield racks that fit a XLAP, Alum-A-Shield or Corru-Lite Modular Build-A-Box panel and corner post racks Spreader racks Workbench and toolbox for Build- A-Box pins and keepers, slings, or other tools Vertical Shores Series: Hydraulic shores rack Shoring board rack Tool box for shoring accessories, parts, and tools Toolbox with cylinder repair kit and workbench Hydraulic cylinder test stand Hydraulic Shores Rack Tool Box Build-A-Box Spreader Rack Hydraulic Cylinder Test Stand Build-A-Box Spreader Rack Tool Box Hydraulic Shores Rack Shoring Board Rack Hydraulic Shores Rack Build-A-Box Panel Rack Build-A-Box Corner Post Rack Build-A-Box Panel Rack Shoring Board Rack XLAP Alum. Shield Tool Box & Work Bench Build-A-Box Panel Rack www.efficiencyproduction.com 8-552-88 517-676-88 Fax 517.676.373 13

How to Use Shores Tabulated data and soil classification Manufacturers Tabulated Data General Information Efficiency Hydraulic Aluminum Shoring System tabulated data is based on the OSHA Safety requirements defined in CFR, Part 1926, Subpart P - Excavations and Trenches. The Competent Person shall continually monitor the excavation for signs of deterioration such as seepage of water or flowing soil into the excavation. Changing soil conditions may require adjustments to the shoring system. The faces of the excavation shall be straight and near vertical. Shoring members must bear on firm soil or solid filler. Trenches shall be kept dry and free of water at all times. Once cylinders are pressurized between 5.2-1.4 MPa, the soil should not give and reduce the pressure within the cylinder. When Chudoform sheeting is used, it shall extend to the top of the excavation and to within 61 cm of the bottom of the excavation in Type A & B soils, and to the bottom of the trench in Type C soils. A complete shore unit consists of one or more cylinders, two rails, fittings, and hoses. Efficiency offers training for the use and applications of Hydraulic Shores. Using Vertical Shoring Systems Trenches exceeding 2.44 m in length will have a minimum of three shores spaced according to the tables. In trenches shorter than 2.44 m in length, two sets of vertical shores are required at the horizontal spacing indicated in the tables. For trenches 1.52-1.83 m in depth, vertical shoring shall consist of a minimum of one cylinder and a set of rails. If using a single cylinder it shall be positioned no more than four feet from the bottom of the trench and shall be within 3-61 cm from the top of the trench. For trenches 1.83-3.5 m in depth, vertical shoring shall consist of a minimum of two hydraulic cylinders and rail sets in each vertical plane. Thrust pressure arches from each shore fan out through trench walls and interlock with the arches of adjacent shores. Each cylinder provides a total working range thrust of 16.3-32.5 MPa against the trench wall. Pressure Arches Cylinders must be used with rails or walers Soil Classification: The soil descriptions for OSHA Type A, B, and C soils are based on Appendix A to OSHA Safety requirements defined in CFR, Part 1926, Subpart P - Excavations and Trenches. No soil is Type A if: It is fissured It is subject to vibration It has been previously disturbed It is part of a sloped, layered system which dips into the excavation on a slope of four horizontal to one vertical [4H:1V] or greater It is subject to other factors requiring classification as less stable Type B Soil: Cohesive soil with unconfined compressive strength greater than 5, kilograms per square meter (kg/m 2 ) but less than 15, kg/m 2 Granular cohesion-less soils, e.g., gravel, silt, silt loam, sandy loam Type A fissured or subject to vibration Unstable dry rock It is part of a sloped, layered system which dips into the excavation on a slope less steep than 4H:1V, but only if the material would otherwise be classified as Type B Type C Soil: Cohesive/non-cohesive soils with unconfined compressive strength of 5, kg/m 2 Granular soils including gravel, sand, and loamy sand Submerged soil or soil from which water is freely seeping Submerged rock that is not stable Sloped, layered system which slopes into an excavation at an angle of 4H:1V, or steeper 14

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