Manhole Braces for Rent

United Rentals offers manhole braces for rent to shore square and rectangular excavations on sewer, utility and underground construction projects. Our four-sided hydraulic braces keep the center of the pit open, giving your crew room to set structures, install pipe and splice cable.

For our full list of manhole braces for rent, view the items below. For more information, visit our resource section.

Cat Class Code

940-6855

Manhole Brace Release Tool, 96 in.

Cat Class Code

940-7060

Manhole Brace Assembly, 3 in.

4-way hydraulic support with high-yield telescoping steel sections
Supports 3" cylinder diameter
4-way hose bridles for simultaneous cylinder pressurization
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for providing the support needed to secure safe excavations in less stable soils

Cat Class Code

940-7062

Manhole Brace, 10 in. Oversleeve

4-way hydraulic support with high-yield telescoping steel sections
10" cylinder oversleeves for increased safety
4-way hose bridles for simultaneous cylinder pressurization
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for providing the support needed to secure safe excavations in less stable soils

Cat Class Code

944-8505

Manhole Brace 2" Cylinder Assembly

Cat Class Code

944-9979

Manhole Brace 6' X 9' X 3"

Cat Class Code

MBR-0808

8 ft. by 8 ft. Manhole Brace Ring

11 ft. by 11 ft. operating span
1,485 lb. total system weight
3 in. internal cylinder with 3 ft. stroke
4-sided with 6 in. square steel tubing oversleeves
Uses: Ideal for shoring manhole and pit excavations with sheeting

Cat Class Code

MBR-0811

8 ft. by 11 ft. Manhole Brace Ring

11 ft. by 14 ft. operating span
1,650 lb. total system weight
3 in. internal cylinder with 3 ft. stroke
4-sided with 6 in. square steel tubing oversleeves
Uses: Ideal for shoring manhole and pit excavations with sheeting

Cat Class Code

MBR-0913

9 ft. by 13 ft. Manhole Brace Ring

12 ft. by 16 ft. operating span
1,815 lb. total system weight
3 in. internal cylinder with 3 ft. stroke
4-sided with 6 in. square steel tubing oversleeves
Uses: Ideal for shoring manhole and pit excavations with sheeting

Cat Class Code

MBR-1212

12 ft. by 12 ft. Manhole Brace Ring

15 ft. by 15 ft. operating span
1,925 lb. total system weight
3 in. internal cylinder with 3 ft. stroke
4-sided with 6 in. square steel tubing oversleeves
Uses: Ideal for shoring manhole and pit excavations with sheeting

Cat Class Code

MBR-1416

14 ft. by 16 ft. Manhole Brace Ring

17 ft. by 19 ft. operating span
2,255 lb. total system weight
3 in. internal cylinder with 3 ft. stroke
4-sided with 6 in. square steel tubing oversleeves
Uses: Ideal for shoring manhole and pit excavations with sheeting

Cat Class Code

MBR-1717

17 ft. by 17 ft. Manhole Brace Ring

20 ft. by 20 ft. operating span
2,475 lb. total system weight
3 in. internal cylinder with 3 ft. stroke
4-sided with 6 in. square steel tubing oversleeves
Uses: Ideal for shoring manhole and pit excavations with sheeting

United Rentals carries manhole braces for rent from Speedshore, a trusted brand in hydraulic shoring systems. Also known as four-way braces or excavation braces, each four-sided frame pairs a 3-inch internal hydraulic cylinder with 6-inch square steel tubing oversleeves and a 3-foot cylinder stroke. Square operating spans range from 11 by 11 feet to 17 by 17 feet. We also offer rectangular configurations of 8 by 11, 9 by 13 and 14 by 16 feet fit irregular excavations. Our manhole shoring rentals weigh from 1,485 to 2,475 pounds depending on the system. Pair your braces with aluminum sheeting, steel plate or fin boards to support the excavation walls. Every manhole brace rental delivers 360-degree unobstructed clearance and active soil support, and modular stacking lets you add tiers for deeper manhole shoring. Contractors rent manhole braces for sewer main and manhole replacements, utility vault placement, boring and microtunneling shafts, elevator pits and underground storage tank replacements.

Learn more about manhole braces in our FAQ section below.

What are the OSHA requirements for manhole excavation shoring?

According to OSHA standard 1926.652(a)(1), workers in an excavation 5 feet deep or more, including manhole pits, must be protected from cave-ins by an adequate protective system unless the excavation is entirely in stable rock. Shallower excavations also need protection if a competent person finds signs of a potential cave-in. Confirm the requirements for your jobsite with OSHA and your state plan.

How do you calculate the load capacity of a manhole brace?

Load capacity for a manhole brace comes from the manufacturer's tabulated data, not a jobsite calculation. Under OSHA standard 1926.652(c)(2), shoring designed from that data must follow every manufacturer specification and limitation, and the written data must stay on-site during installation. Allowable use varies with conditions like soil type and depth. Contact our trench safety experts for further guidance.

Can manhole braces be stacked, and what sheeting do they work with?

Yes, manhole braces are built for modular deep stacking, so you can add braces in vertical tiers as your manhole shoring goes deeper. The four-sided frame applies active hydraulic pressure against aluminum sheeting, steel plate or fin boards. Required brackets, hooks or clips depend on the sheeting and the manufacturer's tabulated data.