Utility Trench

Forterra’s Utility Trench and Trench Drain Systems are designed specifically to meet the needs of manufacturing plants, large processing facilities and electrical suppliers by providing secure, dependable and safe housing of:

Electrical Cables

Hydraulic Lines

Lines for Hazardous Liquids and Gases

Compressed Air Lines

Steam Lines

Duct Work

They are also effective as a method for capturing surface storm water and can be used as a duct bank. Rather than spending time casting trench drains in place, a precast trench system drastically cuts the time needed for installation while maintaining integrity and durability.

Advantages

Forterra’s Utility Trench and Trench Drain Systems afford the following advantages:

Tongue-and-groove construction provides easy installation

Depth and width is customizable to fit your site

Turns, tees and end sections can be provided

Ready-made, modular design installation compresses your schedule and reduces crew size

Backfill your installation the same day to reduce employee injury risk and OSHA open trench exposure, emphasizing site safety

Naturally strong with a design life of 75 years

Cover options include slotted cast iron, solid steel, concrete and heavy-duty plastic lids

Designed for pedestrian traffic and HS-20 loading

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