The TuffTech Lightweight Steel Trench Shield gives contractors a practical and easy-to-manage solution for everyday trenching work. Built from high-strength steel, it combines the durability and repairability of a steel system with a lighter overall design that makes transport and handling even more efficient on site.
When jobs call for reliable trench protection without the weight of a heavy-duty system, the Steel Lightweight Trench Shield (TT-91) provides a versatile alternative. Its lighter construction makes it suitable for projects where equipment needs to be moved regularly or access is tighter.
Designed for civil, drainage, utility, and general trenching work, the TT-91 offers contractors a durable system that is straightforward to deploy, maintain and use across multiple jobs.
Code Compliance: British and European Standards BS. EN 13331.1 & EN13331.2, Australia & New Zealand Standards AS 4744.1:2025
High-strength steel construction delivers robust performance whilst remaining relatively lightweight. This makes overall transport, handling and positioning more practical on site, without compromising on durability or structural performance.
A robust, fully sealed working face creates a durable barrier between the excavation and the work area. Engineered to perform in demanding site conditions, while also providing long-term reliability through repeated use.
A range of strut lengths is available for different trench widths, in both fixed and adjustable formats. This provides more flexibility to configure the shield around the excavation, instead of limiting it to standard dimensions.
Twin extraction hook points provide a combined 27-tonne extraction capacity, giving site crews a strong and practical method for removing the shield from the excavation.
Steel construction makes the system straightforward to assemble, maintain and repair using conventional welding methods - reducing downtime and extending service life.
A cutting edge on the lower panels helps the shield move more effectively and efficiently into position during installation.
| Height meter H |
Length meter L |
Weight kg m |
Rated Capacity kPa p |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 2.0 | 802 | 90 |
| 2.5 | 947 | 72 | |
| 3.0 | 1136 | 50 | |
| 3.5 | 1237 | 35 |
What is the benefit of a lightweight steel trench shield?
When should I choose the Steel Lightweight Trench Shield over the Steel Heavy Duty Trench Shield?
What types of projects is the steel lightweight shield suited to?
Can the Steel Lightweight Trench Shield suit different trench widths?
Yes. The system can be configured with different strut options to suit a range of trench widths and site requirements.
