Hydraulic Shields GME HYDRAULIC SHIELDS Consist of lightweight, aluminum sidewalls, coupled with heavy-duty hydraulic struts. The strut contains a hydraulic cylinder and return spring, and is protected by steel box tubing. A uniquely designed manifold allows the user to precisely control the flow of...

3L Series Trench Shield 3" Wall The 3L Series Drop Box is specifically designed for plumbing and utility work, general maintenance, repairs, and other light duty applications. The 3L Series is easily handled by smaller rubber-tired backhoes, and lowered into position in the trench for fast worker pr...

Height Adapters Custom Shield with Height Adapter CUSTOM PRODUCTS GME pioneered the trench shield industry, entering it in 1967, and quickly taking a leadership position in product engineering, design and marketing. We currently have two plants in Union City, Michigan, devoted exclusively to trench ...

View the GME Online Catalog Trench Shoring, Excavation Shoring, Trench Protection GME continues to lead the industry in trench shielding, slide rail systems, and trench protection the areas of product development, product innovation and product effectiveness. GME History, Modular Shoring, Portable T...

Square Manhole Trench Shield The square manhole configuration provides the needed inside clear span while reducing the amount of excavation and restoration required. GME manhole shields ship knocked down and assemble in minutes at the job site. Standard models include two walls, two spreader assembl...