The use of micropiles has grown significantly since their conception in the 1950s, and in particular, since the mid-1980s. Micropiles have been used mainly as elements for foundation support to resist static and seismic loading conditions, and as in-situ reinforcements for slope and excavation stability.
Posted at 03:17 pm Monday April 11th 2011
Posted at 05:31 pm Monday March 28th 2011
The helical pile or anchor is a deep foundation system used to support or resist loads in tension or compression, whichever is desired. The piles are installed utilizing equipment ranging from large excavators to lightweight handheld equipment. The video displays a Compression Chance® Helical Pier Installation performed by EBS.
Posted at 03:24 pm Tuesday March 15th 2011
The cemetery owners had plans for a new mausoleum to be built. The surface soils in the area were not suitable for bearing the foundations thus a deep foundation solution was required. Chance® Helical Piers were chosen for the foundation for several reasons including: no vibration during installation and no spoils had to be extracted from the site.
Posted at 06:47 pm Wednesday February 23rd 2011
The International Code Council (ICC) voted unanimously in June 2007 to adopt AC358 Acceptance Criteria for Helical Foundations and Devices. These new criteria establish a much-needed standard for evaluation of helical piers and foundation brackets.
