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Steel Road Plates & Temporary Access

Safe access solutions for vehicles, plant, and live sites

Shoring that WorX

Road plates and temporary access systems provide a safe, stable surface wherever vehicles, plant, or machinery need to cross open ground, trenches, or excavations.

ShoreWorX road plates are durable and site-ready, designed to support temporary access, trench bridging, and ground protection across civil, utility, and infrastructure works.

With multiple sizes, thicknesses, and load options available, systems are selected to suit real site conditions — not assumptions.

When to use road plates and temporary access

They’re commonly used where open ground or excavations would otherwise restrict movement or introduce safety risks. Road plates and temporary access systems are best suited for:

  • Temporary vehicle or machinery access
  • Trench bridging
  • Maintaining access on live sites
  • Protecting open excavations or services
  • Trafficable surfaces during staged works

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Road plate system overview

ShoreWorX road plates are designed for mechanical placement and demanding site conditions.

Key features include:

  • High-strength steel construction
  • Chamfered edges for safer transitions
  • Skid-resistant options
  • Multiple thicknesses and load ratings

Plates are selected based on what needs to cross them, not just size.

Key Features

Typical Applications

Typical applications

Road plates and temporary access systems are commonly used for:

  • Vehicle crossings over trenches
  • Temporary access on live civil and utility sites
  • Protecting excavations during staged works
  • Maintaining access for traffic or plant
  • Ground and service protection

Incorrect selection or placement can introduce risk — assessment matters.

System Specifications

Plate thickness and size must be matched to load and span. Final selection is confirmed prior to hire.

25mm thickness

LengthHeightApprox. weight
2000mm2400mm940kg
2400mm1200mm565kg
2400mm1500mm740kg
2400mm2400mm1128kg
3000mm1200mm706kg
3000mm1500mm882kg
3000mm1800mm1058kg
3000mm2400mm1412kg
4000mm1200mm941kg
4000mm1500mm1250kg
4000mm1800mm1412kg
4000mm2400mm1884kg
6000mm2400mm2842kg

32mm thickness

LengthHeightTotal Unit Weight
2000mm2400mm1204kg
3000mm1500mm1128kg
3000mm2400mm1808kg
4000mm2400mm2410kg
6000mm2400mm3616kg

50mm thickness

LengthHeightTotal Unit Weight
3000mm1800mm2120kg
4000mm1800mm2826kg

Quick Guide

Is a road plate the right solution?

Excavation Type

Depth Required

Machinery Utilised

Recommended System

Trench bridging

Vehicles or plant crossing open trenches

Temporary access

Site vehicles or construction plant

Ground protection

Protecting excavations or services

Live environments

Maintaining access during works

If you’re unsure, our team will confirm the safest option before delivery.

Placement and installation

Road plates are supplied for crane placement or mechanical lifting. Our team can help confirm the safest placement approach.

Key considerations include:

Vehicle and plant loads

Span distance over excavations

Ground bearing capacity

Plate thickness and edge transitions

Skid resistance and site conditions

Engineering and temporary works considerations

Engineering or temporary works input may be required where:

  • Plates are used as trafficable surfaces
  • Loads are high or variable
  • Spans exceed standard guidance
  • Plates are installed over live services or deep excavations

Engineering support is:

  • Practical and site-specific
  • Integrated with the hire process
  • Focused on confirming safe, compliant outcomes

Where required, this is identified early.

Engineering Support

Site-ready road plate hire

All ShoreWorX road plates are:

Delivered inspected and ready to use

Supplied with known weights and dimensions

Supported by experienced, responsive teams

This is hire equipment that turns up ready to work.

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Get the right access solution

If you know what you need, request a quote.

If you’re unsure, speak with our team and we’ll help confirm the safest road plate or access solution for your site.

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