Anti Skid Road Plate - Trench Cover

Key Features & Benefits

The HERMEQ Anti-Skid Steel Road Plate is engineered to offer maximum safety and durability for trench cover and excavation protection in high-traffic zones. Designed with an anti-skid aggregate finish using resin and bauxite stone, the hardest natural stone available, this heavy-duty steel plate provides secure traction for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists alike.

Supplied with four pre-drilled lifting holes, the plate enables safe handling with magnetic lifters or compatible lifting tools. It is available in various sizes and thicknesses to suit project-specific needs, from urban utilities to heavy demolition sites.

• Anti-skid coated steel surface - Ensures increased friction and safety over trenches during wet or hazardous conditions.
• 4 integrated lifting eyes - Enables safe, easy lifting using magnetic or mechanical lifters, reducing handling risks.
• Range of thicknesses and sizes - Offers flexibility for different site loads, trench widths, and working environments.
• Ideal for highways and demolition works - Durable enough to handle constant vehicular traffic and large machinery.
• Compatible with accessories - Can be used with securing collars or permanent magnetic lifters for extra site safety.

We can also manufacture bespoke Road Plate sizes built to your requirements. See below for details, and contact us for specific measurements.

Maximum Length - 3000mm

Maximum Width - 1500mm

Maximum Thickness - 19mm

Product Information

Designed specifically for UK groundworks and temporary access needs, this anti-skid steel road plate enhances safety and load-bearing performance in complex environments. By embedding a frictional aggregate into the plate's upper surface, it significantly reduces skid risks compared to standard steel plates. This is especially important in wet, oily, or muddy conditions.

The 60mm diameter lifting holes, each precisely located 50mm from the plate edge, offer versatility for on-site deployment. Whether being lifted manually, magnetically or mechanically, the plate is engineered for secure handling. Its wide applicability includes trench shielding, surface protection, and traffic bridging.

With compliance to best practice in road and utility safety, this solution caters directly to highway contractors, civils and demolition specialists, offering a reliable choice for projects involving open excavations or temporary cross-access. For larger setups, HERMEQ stocks a wide range of plain steel road plates, chamfered edge road plates, and steel plate hole covers that integrate easily with this anti-skid version.

Popular Uses & Applications

• Highway trench protection – Ensures safe pedestrian and vehicle passage over utility works.
• Construction & civils – Protects temporary excavations in commercial or urban building zones.
• Demolition zones – Withstands heavy loads from tracked and wheeled plant equipment.
• Telecom and water utilities – Rapid installation for street access and underground service maintenance.

Site Safety Application
Anti-skid road plates play a vital role in reducing incidents on worksites. Their coarse top surface prevents wheels or boots from skidding, a frequent hazard during UK winter or rain-heavy months. This makes them particularly valuable in projects where foot and vehicle traffic coexist or where surfaces are often contaminated.

Handling and Installation
Each plate is fitted with four reinforced lifting eyes, allowing compatibility with magnetic lifting gear or cranes, ensuring a controlled and balanced lift. When combined with securing collars, the plate can be locked into position to prevent movement from repeated tyre impact or vibration.

Alternative options
Where anti-skid is not a requirement, Plain Steel Road Plates offer a cost-effective alternative. Chamfered Edge Plates are ideal where vehicles are passing frequently and require smooth transitions. For compact trenches, holes or pits, consider Steel Plate Hole Covers or our Steel Trench Covers.

HERMEQ stocks a wide range of Vehicle & Pedestrian Access solutions, including Vehicle Access Mats, Ramps, and Foot Ramps & Trench Covers.

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