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Soldier Sets

Manual trench shoring for confined and service work

Shoring that WorX

Soldier Sets are designed for small excavations, service repairs, and confined spaces where machinery access is limited or not practical.

ShoreWorX Soldier Sets provide simple, certified shoring protection that can be installed by hand, making them ideal for short-run trenches and utility work around live services.

They’re practical, fast to deploy, and purpose-built for situations where full trench boxes aren’t suitable.

When to use Soldier Sets

Soldier sets are typically used where standard trench or box systems aren’t suitable due to depth, geometry, or site constraints. Soldier sets allow for customised spacing and configuration, making them suitable for complex or non-standard excavation profiles. They are commonly selected for:

  • Deeper excavations where panel-based systems reach their limits
  • Wide or irregular excavations that require flexible layouts
  • Long or continuous trench runs
  • Sites with restricted access where modular installation is required
  • Variable ground conditions that need adaptable support
  • Works near existing structures or services
  • Projects where staged excavation and support is required

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Soldier Set System Overview

ShoreWorX Soldier Sets use aluminium planks and adjustable spreaders to create safe trench support in confined conditions. hey are light enough to carry and install by hand, making them well suited to maintenance and repair work where speed and access matter.

Key Features

Typical Applications

Soldier Sets are commonly used for:

  • Electrical, gas, and water service repairs
  • Short-run maintenance trenches
  • Confined excavations around existing infrastructure
  • Sites where manual installation is required

They’re designed to make small excavation work safer without introducing unnecessary equipment.

System Specifications

Spreader bars available

  • 600–900mm (adjustable)
  • 1000–1700mm (adjustable)

Plank and spreader configurations vary depending on trench width and site conditions. Our team will confirm the correct setup prior to hire.

Below are the standard base panel configurations available for hire.

Plank sets – 45mm thickness

Specification1800mm Plank2400mm Plank
Width200mm200mm
Height1800mm2400mm
Under Strut ClearanceVariousVarious
Internal Clearance (Strut to Strut)N/AN/A
Total Unit Weight (incl.)35kg38kg
Safe Working Load (Triangular / Uniform)40kPa / 20kPa40kPa / 20kPa

Quick Guide

Are soldier sets right for your job?

Excavation Type

Depth Required

Machinery Utilised

Recommended System

Service trench

Shallow

Manual handling

Soldier Sets

Utility repair

Shallow

Manual handling

Soldier Sets

Confined excavation

Shallow

No machinery access

Soldier Sets

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

Installed right, every time

Correct installation is critical, even on small excavations. Installation support is treated as part of the product — not an optional extra.

Every Soldier Set hire includes:

Clear installation instructions

QR-accessible guides on site

Access to trench safety specialists if clarification is needed

Engineering support if required

Most Soldier Set applications are straightforward. If site conditions, approvals, or surrounding assets require additional review, engineering support can be provided to confirm suitability.

This support is:

  • Practical and site-specific
  • Integrated with the hire process
  • Focused on ensuring safe outcomes
Engineering Support

Site-ready soldier set hire

All ShoreWorX Soldier Sets are:

Delivered inspected and ready to use

Maintained between hires

Supported by responsive, experienced teams

This is hire equipment that turns up ready to work.

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Get the right shoring solution

If you know Soldier Sets are right for your job, request a quote.

If you’re unsure, speak with a shoring specialist and we’ll help confirm the safest option.

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