Next Day Steel’s Plain Steel Road Plates provide a safe and reliable solution for covering trenches, excavations, and surface voids on active work sites. Manufactured from heavy-duty mild steel, these trench covers are designed for use across roadworks, civil engineering, and utilities, allowing both pedestrian and vehicle access during ongoing excavation or maintenance works.
Fitted with four pre-drilled 60mm lifting holes for safe handling via magnetic or mechanical lifting systems, these road plates are available in a wide range of sizes and thicknesses to suit different load-bearing and trench width requirements. Built for long-term durability, they provide a cost-effective and practical alternative to timber or composite trench boards.
Note: For projects requiring additional surface grip, Anti-Skid Road Plates are available.
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Type |
Plain Steel Road Plate |
| Material |
Mild Steel |
| Surface Type |
Plain steel (non anti-slip) |
| Lifting Hole Size |
4x 60mm diameter holes |
| Hole Placement |
50mm from edge |
| Usage |
Trench cover, ramps, temporary access |
| Handling |
Magnetic lifters, cranes or mechanical lifters |
| Availability |
UK stock, next day delivery |
Typical Applications
Plain steel road plates are widely used for trench covers, ramps, and temporary access solutions across highways, utilities, demolition zones, and infrastructure maintenance sites. Their flat, heavy-duty design allows uninterrupted pedestrian and vehicle access over excavations while protecting exposed works.
FAQ
Is this trench cover suitable for vehicle traffic?
Yes. When correctly installed with suitable edge support, these plates handle heavy vehicles, HGVs and plant machinery, provided the correct thickness is selected for site load requirements.
Can I use this plate with magnetic lifters?
Yes. The plate includes 60mm lifting holes for use with magnetic, mechanical, or crane-based lifting equipment.
Is there an anti-slip version available?
Yes. See our Anti-Skid Steel Road Plates for additional surface grip in wet or high-risk areas.
What accessories can I use with this plate?
These plates are compatible with magnetic lifting gear and road plate securing collars to prevent movement on busy sites.
Whatever road plates you require, you can find them at Next Day Steel. Order directly from our online store, or call us on 020 8079 7719 to discuss your specifications with our expert team.
