MAX Insulated Newcastle Draining Tool

Product Name

MAX Insulated Newcastle Draining Tool

Overview

The MAX Insulated Newcastle Draining Tool is a solid forged, heavy-duty draining shovel with a fully insulated fibreglass handle to BS8020:2011, designed for extending narrow trenches and drainage channels, as well as laying pipes and cables when working on or near live services. Each tool is issued with an individual, fully traceable number and certificate of conformity. Built for demanding utilities and groundworks environments, it combines a solid forged carbon steel head with a powder-coated finish for improved resistance to rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis in the soil. The insulated handle includes a minimum of 60% glass fibre content formed in a parallel fashion, and the double-sleeved socket with integral hand stop enhances safety and handling control.

Key Features & Benefits

• Fully insulated Newcastle draining tool designed for safer trench and drainage work near live cables and wires.
• Individually flash tested to 10,000V and tested to BS8020:2011 for compliance-led utilities work.
• Solid forged carbon steel head supports strength and long service life under heavy site use.
• Double-sleeved socket with integral hand stop supports enhanced safety and controlled handling.
• Powder-coated head improves resistance to rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis in the soil.
• Insulated fibreglass handle with minimum 60% glass fibre content formed in a parallel fashion.
• Designed to extend narrow trenches and drainage channels and to support pipe and cable laying tasks.

Installation & Applications

Used by hand for extending narrow trenches, shaping drainage channels, and assisting pipe and cable installation tasks in utilities and groundworks environments. Suitable for use on or near live services where insulated tools are specified. Always follow safe digging procedures, site risk assessments, and relevant industry guidance when working near services.

Who Is This For?

• Utilities teams extending narrow trenches and drainage channels near live services.
• Groundworkers and contractors carrying out drainage and trenching tasks on active sites.
• Streetworks and maintenance crews laying pipes and cables in risk areas.
• Procurement teams specifying BS8020:2011 compliant insulated draining tools.

Competitive Advantages

This insulated Newcastle draining tool is designed for safety-critical trenching and drainage work, combining 10,000V flash testing with BS8020:2011 conformance for compliance-led sites. The solid forged carbon steel head delivers strength for demanding excavation, while the powder-coated finish improves durability in harsh soil conditions. The double-sleeved socket and integral hand stop support safer handling and controlled excavation in narrow channels and trench extensions.

Why CMT?

CMT supplies reliable site essentials and specialist safety tools from trusted brands, including its own brands such as MAX, designed to support consistent performance in professional construction and utilities environments.

• UK trade supplier for specialist safe digging and insulated tools.
• Clear specifications and practical product guidance for compliance-led buying.
• Consistent availability for site, maintenance, and utilities requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MAX Insulated Newcastle Draining Tool used for?
It is used for extending narrow trenches, shaping drainage channels, and supporting pipe and cable laying tasks, especially in utilities environments where insulated tools are required.

Is this draining tool suitable for working near live cables?
It is fully insulated, conforms to BS8020:2011, and is individually flash tested to 10,000V to support safer work near electrical hazards. Always follow site procedures and risk assessments.

What does the flash test rating mean?
Flash tested to 10,000V provides assurance that the insulation has been tested to withstand a high-voltage flash test, supporting safer use on compliance-led sites.

What makes a Newcastle draining tool different from a standard shovel?
A Newcastle draining tool is designed for narrow trench and drainage channel work, supporting controlled excavation and cleaner shaping compared with broader digging blades.

Is it built for heavy site use?
Yes. The solid forged carbon steel head, powder-coated finish, and reinforced insulated handle are designed for strength, durability, and reliable performance in demanding utilities and groundworks conditions.

Specifications Table

Product Name	MAX Insulated Newcastle Draining Tool
Product Code	SHNDI
Tool Type	Newcastle draining tool for narrow trenches and drainage channels
Insulation	Fully insulated fibreglass handle
Electrical Test	Individually flash tested to 10,000V
Standard	BS8020:2011
Blade Size	7 to 4 x 16"
Overall Length	1130mm
Blade Length	405mm
Width at Head	180mm
Lift	110mm
Weight	2.8kg
Head Material	Solid forged carbon steel
Safety Feature	Double-sleeved socket with integral hand stop
Head Finish	Powder-coated for resistance to rust, scratches, humidity and excess alkalis
Handle Construction	Minimum 60% glass fibre content formed in a parallel fashion