Project Overview
Stephen Edwards required a single-sided shoring system to stabilise soil surrounding an open, unfinished basement tunnel as part of a staged new build.
With excavation already complete and structural works underway, protecting the exposed tunnel from soil collapse was critical before progressing to the next phase. The solution needed to work within an already active construction zone without interrupting existing temporary works
The Challenge
Access to the basement and installation area was extremely tight.
Scaffold and formwork had already been installed around the basement, significantly limiting available working space. Traditional bracing methods would clash with the existing temporary structures, making it difficult to safely brace a standard shoring panel.
The system needed to:
- Provide reliable single sided soil retention
- Fit within the restricted constraints
- Integrate safely around scaffold and formwork
- Be engineered to site specific condition
- Keep contractors and equipment safe
This was not a standard off the shelf scenario.
The Solution
Legend Hire’s Engineering team designed a bespoke single-sided shoring panel tailored specifically to the site conditions.
The solution incorporated:
- A single Shoring Panel
- Modular Legend 50T Propping System
- Tilt Prop bracing
- Custom-engineered configuration to avoid clashes with scaffold and formwork
The single shoring panel design allowed it to be installed within the constrained space while delivering the required structural performance to retain the surrounding soil.
By carefully positioning the propping and bracing system, the team ensured both stability and safe access for site personnel.
The Outcome
The open basement tunnel is now fully stabilised and protected from soil collapse.
The engineered single-sided system allows works to safely pause until the next stage of construction proceeds, without risk to workers, structure, or surrounding ground conditions.
Stephen Edwards was able to continue the staged build program with confidence, knowing the excavation was securely retained and compliant with engineering requirements.