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Trench Covers for Pedestrians and Vehicles

Trench covers bridge open excavations so pedestrians, wheelchair users and light vehicles can cross safely during street works and site works. We supply pedestrian covers, a 3.5 tonne vehicle cover, interlocking TrenchGuard panels and lightweight anti-slip composite covers. The main choice is what will cross the cover and how wide the opening is.

  • Dispatched in 1 to 2 working days
  • Free delivery over £1,500 ex VAT
  • Five UK depots
  • Constructionline & CHAS Elite
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Temporary & Lightweight Anti-Slip Trench Cover

Temporary & Lightweight Anti-Slip Trench Cover

Price range: £113.67 through £209.26 exc. VAT Price range: £136.40 through £251.11 inc. VAT Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Trade and bulk orders

Buying for a project or a whole fleet?

Talk to our trade team. We quote on bulk and project orders and turn quotes round within 24 hours.

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Buying guide

Trench Covers: what to know before you buy

Matching the Cover to the Traffic

Start with who or what will cross and the width of the trench. The pedestrian trench cover is marked not for use in the roadway, so where vehicles also need to cross, choose the 3.5 tonne cover.

CoverSizeRated forCovers openings up toWeight
Pedestrian trench cover1125 x 1125mm, 17mm thickPedestrian use, 1.6t maximum load; not for use in the roadway700mm24kg
Pedestrian and 3.5T vehicle trench cover1000 x 1500mm, 37mm thickPedestrians, wheelchairs and vehicles up to 3.5t900mm38kg
TrenchGuard trench cover1400 x 800mm, 50mm core500kg per wheel; high volume pedestrian trafficAsk us18kg
Temporary lightweight anti-slip trench cover1200 x 800mm or 1600 x 1200mmDesigned primarily for road repairsAsk usAsk us

The pedestrian cover is hi-vis and compact, and one person can lift and install it. The 3.5 tonne cover is yellow and black and installs with two people.

Interlocking TrenchGuard Panels

TrenchGuard is a composite trench cover system with a steel reinforced honeycomb structure. Panels clip together with interlocking flange joints, so you can extend the covered area along a longer excavation. The anti-slip tread gives grip for feet and wheels, and the bright yellow finish with reflective strips keeps the cover visible by day and night. At 18kg a panel, it is lightweight and easy to handle.

Fixing Covers in Place

The temporary lightweight anti-slip cover is moulded from a single piece of glass-reinforced composite. Fix it with special adhesive or steel pins driven into the road or ground so it cannot slip and stays secure for as long as needed. The pedestrian trench cover uses a Flexi-Edge system that does not need bolting down, reducing trip hazards and installation time.

Kerb Ramps and Footway Diversions

The Safekerb and Supagrip SafeKerb wheelchair ramps are also listed here. Both are 110mm high, one-person lifts and listed for kerbs between 60mm and 160mm; see ramps and bumps for the full comparison. For a complete diversion, add safety walkways, pedestrian barriers or ground matting for soft ground.

Ordering, Delivery and Hire

Stocked items ordered online before 2pm are dispatched within 1 to 2 working days. Delivery is free on orders over £1,500 exc. VAT in England and Wales, from five UK depots in Livingston, Wigan, Wolverhampton, Brentwood and Rochester. Trade customers can open a 30-day credit account, quotes are turned round within 24 hours, and hire is available on a mid to long-term basis by quote. Call 0330 056 4420 or email sales@securasite.co.uk, Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm.

FAQ

Questions buyers ask us

Straight answers on trench covers, from sizes and colours to delivery and hire.

Still have a question? Talk to our sales team directly. 0330 056 4420 sales@securasite.co.uk Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm
01Which trench cover can vehicles drive over?

The pedestrian and 3.5T vehicle trench cover takes pedestrians, wheelchairs and vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. It measures 1000 x 1500mm and covers openings up to 900mm.

02Can the pedestrian trench cover go in the road?

No. The 1125 x 1125mm pedestrian cover is marked not for use in the roadway. It covers holes and trenches up to 700mm and one person can lift it.

03How wide a trench can each cover span?

The pedestrian cover spans openings up to 700mm and the 3.5 tonne cover up to 900mm. For TrenchGuard and the anti-slip cover, call us with the trench width and expected traffic.

04Do trench covers need fixing down?

The temporary lightweight anti-slip cover should be fixed with special adhesive or steel pins so it cannot slip. The pedestrian cover uses a Flexi-Edge system that does not need bolting.

05Can TrenchGuard covers be joined together?

Yes. TrenchGuard panels have interlocking flange joints and clip together. Each panel is 1400 x 800mm with a 50mm core, weighs 18kg and supports 500kg per wheel.

06What sizes does the lightweight anti-slip trench cover come in?

It comes in 1200 x 800mm and 1600 x 1200mm. It is moulded from a single piece of glass-reinforced composite and designed primarily for road repairs.

07Do you sell kerb ramps for footway closures?

Yes. The Safekerb and Supagrip SafeKerb wheelchair ramps are listed here and in Ramps and Bumps. Both are 110mm high and can be lifted by one person.

08How quickly can you deliver trench covers?

Stocked items ordered online before 2pm are dispatched within 1 to 2 working days. Delivery is free on orders over £1,500 exc. VAT in England and Wales.