What is electrical trench?

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What is electrical trench?

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Trench :

A trench is a kind of excavation in the ground that is typically deeper than breadth (as opposed to a broader gully or ditch) and narrow (as opposed to a simple hole) compared to its length.

- Trench is type of excavation or duct provided inside ground or around building for various purpose.

- Electrical trench is a type of excavation or duct which is used for laying of electrical wires for communication and electricity purpose, which are considerably larger in size and cannot be provided openly or inside walls.

- These trenches are deeper in size in comparison to their depth.

- Electrical trenches are also used for provided building utilities such as gas pipe, water pipe etc.

 

 

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