Description
8′ x 8′ ESC ASF4 Steel-Framed Aluminum Trench Box
The ESC ASF4 8′ x 8′ steel-framed aluminum trench box combines a steel frame with aluminum panels to provide a compact trench box for utility, construction, and excavation work. Its 8-foot shield height and 8-foot length make it well suited for localized excavations where substantial vertical protection is required while maintaining a relatively compact footprint.
The ASF4 8×8 has a 1,852 PSF panel capacity and weighs approximately 4,020 lbs. It provides 48 inches of pipe clearance and 76 inches (6′4″) of length between the spreaders.
Manufacturer data provides maximum depth ratings of 40 feet in B-45 soil, 35 feet in C-60 soil, and 27 feet in C-80 soil, subject to the manufacturer’s tabulated data, proper shield configuration, and evaluation by the project’s competent person.
Key Features
- 8′ shield height
- 8′ shield length
- Steel-framed aluminum construction
- 1,852 PSF panel capacity
- 4,020 lb approximate weight
- 48″ pipe clearance
- 6′4″ length between spreaders
- Compact footprint for localized and congested utility excavations
Specifications
| Manufacturer | ESC |
|---|---|
| Product Line | ASF4 Aluminum Steel Framed Shield |
| Shield Height | 8 ft (96 in) |
| Shield Length | 8 ft (96 in) |
| Weight | 4,020 lbs |
| Panel Capacity | 1,852 PSF |
| Pipe Clearance | 48 in |
| Length Between Spreaders | 76 in (6′4″) |
| Construction | Steel and Aluminum |
Maximum Depth Ratings
| Soil Classification | Maximum Depth Rating |
|---|---|
| B-45 | 40 ft |
| C-60 | 35 ft |
| C-80 | 27 ft |
8′ x 8′ ESC ASF4 Price and Spreader Configuration
The 8′ x 8′ ESC ASF4 Steel-Framed Aluminum Trench Box is priced at $12,750 and comes standard with four 36″ spreaders. This configuration provides a complete trench shield setup ready for assembly and use.
Other spreader sizes are available to accommodate different trench widths and jobsite requirements. Contact Iron Lot for available spreader options, pricing, and assistance selecting the appropriate configuration for your excavation.
Applications
The compact 8′ x 8′ ASF4 can be considered for localized utility excavations where an 8-foot shield height is needed without the additional length of a larger trench box. Potential applications include:
- Utility tie-ins, tees, crosses, and service connections
- Valve and utility component installation
- Spot repairs to water, sewer, gas, electrical, and telecommunications lines
- Localized utility exposure and maintenance
- Bore pits and receiving pits
- Localized water and sewer work
- Utility work in streets, easements, and congested jobsites
Suitability depends on the actual excavation and the dimensions of the pipe, structure, utility component, and equipment involved. Contractors should verify required working clearances and the manufacturer’s allowable shield configuration before use.
Steel-Framed Aluminum Construction
The ESC ASF4 series combines aluminum panels with a steel frame, providing contractors with an alternative to conventional all-steel trench shields. At approximately 4,020 lbs, the 8×8 provides an 8-foot shield height while maintaining a compact overall length. Contractors should verify that the equipment used to transport, install, reposition, and remove the shield has adequate lifting capacity at the required operating radius.
Safety and Proper Use
Trench shields must be selected and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s current tabulated data and all applicable OSHA, state, and local excavation-safety requirements. A competent person must evaluate soil conditions, excavation depth, surcharge loads, groundwater, adjacent structures, equipment configuration, and changing jobsite conditions.
The maximum depth ratings shown above should not be used by themselves to determine whether this shield is appropriate for a particular excavation. Refer to the applicable ESC tabulated data for complete requirements, limitations, and allowable configurations.
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Order the ESC ASF4 8×8 from Iron Lot
Contact Iron Lot for current availability, alternate spreader configurations, shipping information, and assistance selecting the right ESC steel-framed aluminum trench shield for your project.
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