U.S. Shoring & Equipment

What U.S. Shoring & Equipment does

U.S. Shoring & Equipment Co. is a specialty construction equipment distributor and rental company headquartered in Euless, Texas, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Road Machinery & Supplies Co. (RMS). The company is the largest distributor of Barbco boring machines in the United States and holds authorized or exclusive distribution rights across seven major equipment brands: Barbco (boring machines, directional drills, tunneling equipment, TriBor hybrid drills, Pathfinder pilot tube steering systems), Pacific Shoring (steel and aluminum trench shields, manhole shields, slide rail systems), PitBoss (trench bridges, ventilation fans, handrail systems), Spectra Precision (construction lasers on Trimble technology), Wacker Neuson (compaction rollers, pumps, generators), Cherne Industries (pipe plugs, hydrostatic test pumps), and Ring-O-Matic (vacuum trailers). After 20 years of operating in Texas, the company expanded into Minnesota and Iowa in 2021.

Name

U.S. Shoring & Equipment

Legal name

U.S. Shoring & Equipment Co.

Website

https://usshoringandequipment.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

U.S. Shoring & Equipment Co. is a Texas-based specialty distributor and rental company — the largest US distributor of Barbco boring machines — selling, renting, and financing trench safety, boring, and compaction equipment for pipeline, sewer/water, and specialty contractors across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120), Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131), Mining and Oil and Gas Field Machinery Manufacturing (33313)

SIC

Wholesale-Construction & Mining (No Petro) Machinery & Equip (5082), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532)

akta.pro primary industry

Trench Safety & Shoring Equipment Rental/Leasing (TLABAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Temporary Works & Shoring (Sheeting, Bracing, Cofferdams) (IMAFAKAI), Surface Mining Equipment (Excavators, Shovels, Draglines, Dozers) (IMAKANAA)

Keywords

• Trench shoring equipment
• Underground boring machines
• Construction equipment distribution
• Vacuum excavation trailers
• Compaction equipment rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Euless

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of new and used equipment including Barbco boring machines, Pacific Shoring trench shields, Wacker Neuson compaction equipment, and related products. Equipment available for purchase through direct sales with financing options.
2. Equipment Rentals: Rental of full equipment catalog including boring machines, trench boxes, vac trailers, trench rollers, and accessories. Rental guide available with rates and terms. Daily, weekly, and monthly rental periods available.
3. Parts Sales: Comprehensive parts inventory for all major brands including new, used, repaired, and OEM remanufactured parts. Parts available for Barbco, Cherne Industries, PitBoss, Spectra Precision, Wacker Neuson, Pacific Shoring, and Ring-O-Matic products.
4. Service and Repair: Factory trained and certified technicians provide planned and emergency repairs across all product categories. Service offerings include maintenance and technical support throughout equipment lifecycle.
5. Equipment Financing: Partnership with multiple lenders to provide financing solutions for equipment purchases and rentals. Works with customers regardless of credit standing to structure terms that suit individual situations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

U.S. Shoring & Equipment Co. is a specialized construction equipment distributor and rental company serving the underground construction industry. The company sells and rents a broad catalog of trench shoring products (Pacific Shoring trench shields, bedding boxes, manhole shields), Barbco horizontal boring machines and directional drills, Ring-O-Matic vacuum excavation trailers, Wacker Neuson compaction equipment, Cherne pipe testing products, PitBoss site safety equipment, and Spectra Precision construction lasers, supported by parts, factory-trained service, and financing.

Product overview

U.S. Shoring & Equipment Co. is a specialized construction equipment dealer and rental company serving the underground construction, trench shoring, and boring industries. The company operates as a multi-brand distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of products organized around core equipment categories: Barbco boring machines (auger boring machines ranging from compact 30/36-250 models to heavy-duty 60/72-1200 units, plus Tribor hybrid drills and Pathfinder steering systems), Pacific Shoring trench shields and shoring equipment, Cherne Industries pipe plugs and testing equipment, PitBoss safety products (trench bridges, ventilation blowers, handrail systems), Wacker Neuson compaction equipment and generators, Spectra Precision construction lasers, Ring-O-Matic vacuum trailers, and related augers and accessories. Products are available for sale or rent with factory-trained technician support, parts availability, and financing options. The company serves pipeline, specialty, and sewer/water contractors throughout North America from its Texas headquarters.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Barbco Boring Equipment Barbco auger boring machines, guided boring machines, Tribor hybrid drills, and Pathfinder pilot tube steering systems with bore diameters ranging from 4 inches to 72 inches, designed for underground infrastructure installation by pipeline, sewer/water, and specialty contractors.
• Pacific Shoring Trench Safety Products Steel and aluminum trench shields, modular shoring systems, bedding boxes, manhole shields, slide rail systems, and frame systems designed to prevent trench cave-ins for underground construction contractors.
• Cherne Industries Pipe Testing Products Pneumatic and mechanical pipe plugs from 4 inches to 78 inches, hydrostatic test pumps, and manhole vacuum systems for pipe testing, construction, waterworks, and plumbing applications.
• PitBoss Construction Site Safety Equipment OSHA-compliant trench bridges in 8, 10, and 12 foot lengths, Command Air 30 ventilation blowers with up to 30K CFM capacity, and Pit Guard handrail systems for active construction site safety.
• Wacker Neuson Compaction and Power Equipment Remote-controlled trench rollers in 24-inch and 36-inch models, compactors, pumps, light towers, and generators for construction jobsite soil compaction and power needs.
• Spectra Precision Laser Equipment Construction lasers including single and dual grade lasers, universal and pipe lasers, optical units, and machine display receivers utilizing Trimble-based technology for grade leveling and pipe installation.
• Ring-O-Matic Vacuum Excavation Trailers Vacuum excavation trailers with collection tank sizes from 150 to 3000 gallons and diesel engine options up to 83 horsepower, configurable for water or air excavation in hydro excavation, construction cleanup, and disaster recovery.
• Trench Box / Trench Shield Steel or aluminum structures inserted into trenches to secure sidewalls from cave-in or erosion, available in modular panels (2-sided, 3-sided, 4-sided) and SFA foam-filled panel configurations for various depth requirements.
• Parts Support Comprehensive parts inventory including new, used, repaired, and OEM remanufactured parts for Barbco, Cherne Industries, PitBoss, Spectra Precision, Wacker Neuson, Pacific Shoring, and Ring-O-Matic product lines.
• Equipment Service and Repair Factory-trained and certified technicians providing planned maintenance and emergency repair services across all product categories distributed by the company.
• Equipment Financing and Credit Financing solutions for equipment purchases, rentals, parts, and service through partnerships with multiple lenders, structured to accommodate customers regardless of credit standing.

Quantifiable outcome

• 54 workers killed in trench cave-ins annually according to OSHA - proper trench box usage is the primary prevention method
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and secondary.

• Barbco Inc.flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorU.S. Shoring & Equipment Co. is the largest distributor of Barbco boring machines, directional drills, and tunneling equipment in the United States. The partnership includes sale and rental of full Barbco product line including auger boring machines, TriBor drills, and pilot tube steering systems.
• Pacific ShoringcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Pacific Shoring trench shields, bedding boxes, manhole shields, slide rail systems, and steel/aluminum shoring products. Pacific Shoring is the largest manufacturer of aluminum trench safety products in the US, with Xterra steel products added in 2021.
• Spectra PrecisioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of full Spectra Precision laser product line including grade lasers, pipe lasers, optical units, and machine display receivers. Spectra Precision products utilize Trimble-based technology for construction site leveling.
• Wacker NeusoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Wacker Neuson distributor offering compaction equipment, pumps, light towers, generators, and remote-controlled trench rollers. Products designed for safety and efficiency on construction job sites.
• Cherne Industries Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer of Cherne Industries pipe plugs and testing equipment including pneumatic and mechanical plugs (4" to 78"), hydrostatic test pumps, and manhole vacuum systems. Cherne has been manufacturing since 1953.
• PitBoss (Barbco Inc.)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive dealer of PitBoss construction site safety equipment including O.S.H.A. compliant trench bridges, Command Air 30 ventilation fans, and Pit Guard handrail systems. PitBoss equipment increases safety and efficiency of active construction sites.
• Ring-O-MaticsecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Ring-O-Matic vacuum trailers for hydro excavation, construction cleanup, and natural disaster recovery. Products range from 150 to 3000 gallon collection tanks with diesel options up to 83 horsepower.
• Road Machinery & Supplies Co.flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerU.S. Shoring & Equipment Co. is a subsidiary of Road Machinery & Supplies Co. (RMS). Part of family of companies including RMS Rentals, RMS Hydraulics, RMS Tritec, RMS Mining Solutions, and Pit & Quarry Supplies Inc.
• National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerNUCA partnership for Live Trench Training events. U.S. Shoring demonstrates live bore pit operations featuring Pacific Shoring trench boxes and Barbco bore machines at training events.
• Trenchless Technology Center (TTC)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Louisiana Tech University's Trenchless Technology Center for annual Auger Boring School. U.S. Shoring participates in educational programming for underground construction industry.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Vermeer Corporation: Major manufacturer of underground construction equipment including horizontal directional drills, trenchers, and vacuum excavators. While primarily a manufacturer, Vermeer competes with U.S. Shoring's principal Barbco line through direct equipment sales and dealer channels.
• United Rentals (Trench Safety Division): Largest equipment rental company in North America with a dedicated Trench Safety division offering shoring, trench boxes, and confined space equipment. Competes with U.S. Shoring on rentals but operates as part of a broader equipment portfolio across many locations.
• Herc Rentals: Large North American equipment rental company with trench safety and underground construction offerings. Competes with U.S. Shoring in shoring and excavation equipment rentals from multiple branch locations.
• Sunbelt Rentals: Major North American equipment rental company with a Trench Safety specialty division offering shoring solutions. Competes with U.S. Shoring on trench box rentals and underground safety equipment but with a much broader equipment fleet.

Direct peers

• Trench Shoring Company: Regional trench shoring equipment supplier and rental company serving the western U.S. Directly comparable to U.S. Shoring in shoring equipment rentals, sales, and engineering support for underground contractors.
• RDO Equipment Co. Multi-line heavy equipment dealer with construction, agriculture, and underground utility divisions. Comparable as a multi-brand equipment distributor with rental fleet operations serving similar contractor segments, though broader in scope.
• National Trench Safety: National trench shoring equipment rental and sales specialist with multiple branch locations across the U.S. Directly competes with U.S. Shoring in trench safety equipment rentals, shoring design, and underground construction safety solutions.

Others

• Barbco, Inc. Manufacturer of auger boring machines, directional drills, and tunneling equipment that is U.S. Shoring's flagship principal partner. Not a direct competitor but a critical supplier; included because their relationship defines U.S. Shoring's market position.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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