The KS100 is the optimum shoring/shielding solution where boxes are useable.
Its strength and ease of use make it suitable for most trench situations and almost all soil conditions
2.5m and 4m long modules from 1.0m to 3.3m wide enable shoring/shielding 3.5m deep and up to 4.8m deep in some conditions
Units are 4m long or 2.5m long with 1.4m clearance under the bottom struts
Maximum loadings range from 32kN/m 2 to 65kN/m 2
The KS100 is the most versatile trench box for pipes and services installations up to 1500mm diameter
Standards
Krings International France shoring/shielding systems are certified by TBG in Germany, the organisation of reference for the standardisation of trench shoring/shielding in Europe
The European standards for form the basis for the Australian Standard AS4744.1
The KS100 system has been independently tested in New Zealand and is certified by a Chartered Professional Engineer to the NZ Dept of Labour, OSH Approved Code of Practice for EXCAVATION AND SHAFTS FOR FOUNDATIONS.
Loads were referenced from AS4744.1
Important information - Click here for PDF document of KS100 Trench shoring - Safe operating procedure.