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Product Description

Precast concrete trenches are a fantastic innovation to protect power, water, and gas infrastructure without inconveniencing foot and vehicle traffic. The traditional method of securing or protecting these trenches is concrete. It’s a pain to install, a bigger pain to maintain, and requires demolition to remove or replace later.

Our RubberForm Engineered Trench Guard (ETG) is simple to install and just as easy to remove or replace. Each section can be spiked with rebar or anchored with  flowable fill concrete, also known as Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM), depending on the surface material. Our 100% American recycled composite material won’t chip, warp, or spall in any heat, cold, rain, ice, or snow. We can also custom engineer our ETG to fit your specific requirements.

Models

RF-ETC36

  • Engineered Trench Guard – All black (preferred choice)
  • 18 lbs per trench guard
  • 6”H x 6”W x 36”L
  • 3-foot sections
  • 3 mounting holes per trench guard

RF-ETC36R-YLW

  • Engineered Trench Guard – With yellow reflective stripe
  • 18 lbs per trench guard
  • 6”H x 6”W x 36”L
  • 3-foot sections
  • 3 mounting holes per trench guard

RF-ETC36R-WHT

  • Engineered Trench Guard – With white reflective stripe
  • 18 lbs per trench guard
  • 6”H x 6”W x 36”L
  • 3-foot sections
  • 3 mounting holes per trench guard

Key Features

  • Easy to install, remove, and replace
  • Can be installed on gravel, asphalt, concrete, or prepared surface
  • Extremely durable
  • Resistant to temperature, UV light, oils/fuels, salts, and moisture
  • Will not chip, crack, crumble, or spall
  • Color Options: Preferred Plain Black or optional Plain Black with White or Yellow stripe
  • Made in the USA with 100% recycled composite material

Hardware Kits

RF-ETC36HWK

  • 3 – 1/2” x 10” Lag Bolts
  • 3 – 1/2” x 1-1/8” Washer
  • 3 – 1/2” x 3” Anchors
  • 3 Black Rubber Caps
  • 1 Dual Flange Connector

RF-RBR (For installation on dirt or gravel or with flowable fill concrete, also known as Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM))

  • 14”, 18”, 24”, or 36” long forged galvanized spikes with cap head

FREQUENTLY ASKED

What liquids will your spill berms contain?

RubberForm uses recycled TPV rubberized plastic for our spill berm. Our customers have tested it with water, oil, diesel fuel, phosphoric acid, nitric acid, hydraulic oil, and food-grade oil, among others. RubberForm has free of charge self-certification spill berm testing kits so your team can self-certify that your liquid will not penetrate the TPV. Just ask and we'll send you one.

What do you need to get started?

For simple layouts, we just need dimensions. For more complex situations, we’ll need a sketch, schematic, or drawing. We’ll then send you a CAD drawing to sign off on before we start fabrication.

Do we need to bolt and apply sealant for your spill berm?

Yes, you must bolt and apply sealant when installing our spill berms for a proper seal. Not all surfaces are level, and the sealant should fill in the holes or gaps on the surface. Bolting it down increases the mechanical strength of the whole berm structure.

Which height spill berm do I need?

The EPA/DEC have guidelines for this: the SPCC – Spill Containment Counter Measure requirement. Based on this, you need to contain 110% of the stored liquids on premise, 110% of the largest container in a specific area, or 10% of all the containers in a specific area. Please consult with a qualified SPCC engineer specialist to make sure your company is compliant.

What if I need to drive in and out of the containment area?

We have a drive-over spill containment berm that can be used by itself or in conjunction with our standard spill containment berms.

What is the turnaround time for these spill berms?

It depends on the spill berm type, size, complexity, and the amount of fabrication we will be doing in our factory. Most orders are fabricated and shipped in a matter of days after receiving the approved drawing.

What size of spill containment berms does RubberForm offer?

We offer 2”, 4”, 6”, and 8” spill containment berms (as well as drive-over options).

Do I have to cut or drill your spill berm after it arrives?

No, we do all the fabrication for you. You send us your sketch, schematic, or drawing, and we’ll provide a CAD drawing for you to approve. We’ll send installation instructions too. All you have to do is drill into the floor where the berm will be installed and apply the sealant.