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Steel Road Plate

Buy or hire Altrad Generation's durable ¾" thick Steel Road Plates, ideal as trench covers and for providing safe access over excavations. Available in 8'x 4' and 6'x 4' sizes, with optional high-friction anti-skid coating and integrated lifting holes.

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Altrad Generation Steel Road Plates provide heavy-duty temporary coverage over open trenches and excavations, giving vehicles and pedestrians safe passage across construction and utility sites. Manufactured from 3/4" thick steel, these plates carry substantial loads and withstand repeated use across multiple projects.

Available in two sizes, the 6' x 4' plate weighs 338kg and the 8' x 4' plate weighs 515kg. Each plate includes four integrated lifting holes for safe handling and positioning by crane or forklift. Anchor holes allow the plate to be secured in place once positioned. An anti-skid coating option is available for sites where surface grip in wet conditions is a priority.

Steel Road Plates are compliant with the Safety at Street Works and Road Works Code of Practice and are available for hire and purchase from Altrad Generation branches across the UK and Ireland.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Heavy-duty 3/4" thick steel construction

  • Two sizes: 6' x 4' (338kg) and 8' x 4' (515kg)

  • Four integrated lifting holes for safe positioning by crane or forklift

  • Anchor holes for secure fixing once in position

  • Anti-skid coating option available for wet or high-traffic areas

  • Reusable across multiple projects

  • Compliant with the Safety at Street Works and Road Works Code of Practice

  • Available for hire and purchase

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are steel road plates used for?
A: Steel Road Plates cover open trenches and excavations, providing a continuous surface for vehicles and pedestrians to pass over safely during construction, utility maintenance, and streetworks projects.

Q: What sizes do Altrad Generation Steel Road Plates come in?
A: Steel Road Plates are available in two sizes: 6' x 4' (338kg) and 8' x 4' (515kg). Select the size based on the width of the trench or excavation you need to cover.

Q: How are steel road plates lifted and positioned?
A: Each plate has four integrated lifting holes for handling by crane or forklift. At 338kg and 515kg respectively, plates require mechanical assistance for safe positioning and removal.

Q: Can steel road plates be used in wet conditions?
A: Standard steel plates provide a firm surface but can become slippery when wet. An anti-skid coating option is available for sites where additional grip is required in wet or high-footfall areas.

Q: Are steel road plates available for hire?
A: Yes. Steel Road Plates are available for hire and purchase from Altrad Generation branches across the UK and Ireland. Contact your nearest branch for current availability and pricing.

Get in Touch with Us

Contact your nearest Altrad Generation branch for expert advice on steel road plate hire and purchase. Speak to your local team today.

Product Weight (kg) Width (mm) Length (mm) Height (mm)
6’ x 4’ x 3/4” Steel Road Plate 338 0 0 0
8’ x 4’ x 3/4” Steel Road Plate 515 0 0 0

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1 - 10 miles

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26 - 40 miles

40 miles+

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