Ground engineering projects may be obstructed by a variety of several factors. There are lots of sites situated in built-up areas that have limited space available or the access to a site could be very restricted. This could prove difficult to urge the acceptable machinery and huge pieces of equipment to the site. It will also be extremely difficult to deliver materials when access is limited.
When access is restricted, an easier choice of foundation solution is ‘Mini Piling’. Not only is mini piling an improved answer for restricted outdoor areas, but they’re also a more fitting option for low headroom projects – which are perfect for works inside buildings.
A mini pile usually has a diameter between 100 and 600 millimetres and can extend to a depth of over 50 metres.
Thanks to a positive reaction to various applications, mini piles will be used to replace traditional footings for constructing new houses and factories where the ground conditions are poor. Existing structures, like bridges, retaining walls, and floor slabs can be strengthened using mini piles too.
Some benefits of mini piling are:
- By choosing the mini piling method, they can be structurally fitted into foundations that already exist.
- Mini piling can be installed quickly and relatively easily but it heavily depends on the conditions of the ground.
- Mini piling can be used easier in tight spaces than other methods of piling for example, having a home extension fitted.
- Mini piling is the least disorderly technique to other structures throughout the complete installation. The noise pollution and disruption must be kept to a minimum to ensure there are no major changes to urban areas.
- Even though mini piling has a high load capacity, it is a cost-effective procedure.
- Greater depths can be met through further ease with mini piles than the ordinary piling methods.
- Mini piles can be used to withstand uplift forces that could cause it to be brought up from the ground.
- Mini piling requires less concrete and steel than other systems, meaning it is more environmentally friendly and reduces carbon footprint.
For more information about our mini piling services, then please get in touch with a member of our expert team today!
