Business Details
11 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Trench Shoring & Excavation Solutions in St. Louis
Founded in 2015, Luby Shoring has established itself as a trusted provider of trench shoring and excavation solutions. Our company was born from a deep understanding of construction industry needs, developed through decades of hands-on experience in equipment services. We specialize in delivering OSHA-compliant trench shielding systems, hydraulic shoring, and specialized excavation equipment designed to enhance job site safety and efficiency. Our team combines technical expertise with practical field knowledge to address complex shoring challenges across diverse soil conditions and project requirements. With a focus on innovation and reliability, we offer a comprehensive inventory of steel and aluminum trench boxes, slide rail systems, and street plates engineered for durability and performance. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our rapid response times, flexible rental options, and expert support for both routine and emergency projects.We maintain rigorous quality standards for all equipment, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with industry safety regulations. Our solutions cater to utility companies, municipalities, and construction firms managing everything from small-scale repairs to large infrastructure developments. Through strategic inventory management and logistics capabilities, we provide timely delivery and technical guidance to support project timelines and safety protocols. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in construction equipment and trench safety engineering, maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and client-focused service delivery.
Services
Trench Shoring Rentals
Hydraulic Shoring Systems
Aluminum Trench Boxes
Steel Street Plates
Slide Rail Systems
Build-A-Box Modular Shields
Stone Mizer Grading Systems
Excavation Support Equipment
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- 24/7 emergency response for critical trench safety needs
- Engineered solutions meeting OSHA Type A, B, and C soil requirements
- Decades of combined experience in construction equipment and trench safety
- Comprehensive inventory for projects from utility repairs to major infrastructure
- Professional engineer-certified aluminum and steel trench protection systems
What people say
24/7 emergency support
Prompt problem resolution
Expert technical knowledge
Reliable equipment performance
Industry-leading service
Services
Trench Shoring Rentals
Our trench shoring rentals provide critical safety protection for excavation projects. We offer steel and aluminum trench boxes, slide rail systems, and hydraulic shores engineered to OSHA standards. Equipment accommodates various soil types and depths up to 25 feet while maintaining regulatory compliance. Systems include adjustable spreaders and modular components for customized configurations.
Hydraulic Shoring Systems
Aluminum hydraulic shoring systems actively stabilize trench walls through pressure application. Our inventory includes standard and heavy-duty models with adjustable cylinder extensions for widths up to 12 feet. Systems meet OSHA requirements for all soil classifications and feature surface-installable designs eliminating entry into unshored trenches.
Aluminum Trench Boxes
Lightweight aluminum trench boxes combine portability with structural integrity for utility and municipal projects. Available in multiple sizes with telescoping spreaders, these systems enable rapid deployment in tight spaces. Features include foam-filled panels, stackable designs, and compatibility with small excavation equipment.
Steel Street Plates
Heavy-duty steel street plates provide safe road crossings during utility work. Available in standard sizes from 4x8 to 8x20 feet with thickness options. Engineered to AASHTO bridge specifications with 12-ton axle load capacity and 30% impact factor. Includes corner securing systems for traffic stability.
Build-A-Box Systems
Customizable Build-A-Box modular systems offer adaptable trench protection. Aluminum components assemble without heavy equipment, featuring tongue-and-groove connections and foam-filled panels. Configurable for 2-4 sided excavations with adjustable legs and wheel kits for varied job site requirements.
People
Steve Luby
Founder
With decades of construction equipment industry experience, Steve founded Luby Shoring in 2015 to address specialized shoring needs. His background includes leadership roles at Luby Equipment Services, where he identified market gaps in trench safety solutions.
John Powell
Vice-President of Operations
John leads daily operations with extensive field experience in excavation support systems. He manages equipment inventory and technical support teams, ensuring timely delivery of OSHA-compliant solutions for complex construction projects.
Questions
What trench shoring options meet OSHA safety standards?
We offer steel/aluminum trench boxes, hydraulic shores, and slide rail systems engineered to OSHA Type A, B, and C soil requirements with professional engineer certifications.
Can you support emergency excavation projects?
Our 24/7 emergency response team provides rapid equipment delivery and technical support for urgent trench safety needs with same-day availability.
What street plate sizes are available?
We offer steel road plates from 4x8 to 8x20 feet with thickness options, engineered to AASHTO bridge specifications for temporary roadway protection.
Do you provide technical support for complex projects?
Our experienced team offers engineering consultations for site-specific configurations, including custom spreader options and multi-bay system designs.
What payment options are available?
We accept standard business payment methods with flexible rental terms for daily, weekly, and monthly equipment needs.
