Certain applications require a pile driver in order to force the piles to an appropriate depth able to withstand the weight of the construction above it. Driven piles are one such option for a lot of applications, it does tend to throw up some problems, however. Driving piles using a hydraulic or diesel hammer requires the column to be driven through high-impact hammering. This high impact produces high levels of intermittent percussive noise pollution as well as higher levels of intermittent vibration. So, what can be done to help reduce these problems?
One such solution is the installation of driving dollies. Also referred to as pile cushions, these dollies sit between the head of the pile and the ram driver and are designed specifically to reduce the impact of the hammer on the pile head, reducing both the levels of noise and vibration pollution yet still being able to transfer the strength of the blow into the pile, driving it into the ground.
Not only does the presence of a piling dolly reduce the noise and vibrations that occur, it also reduces damage to the pile head itself, ensuring a much longer lifespan for all equipment and eliminating a lot of repair that used to be required more frequently when these pieces of equipment are operated without a dolly.
The dollies themselves are usually made from specialised plastics which offer excellent impact strength and are incredibly durable and able to withstand some serious punishment. Not only are they beneficial if companies need to reduce noise and vibration pollution, especially if they are working in built up areas, they are also incredibly easy to install thanks to their light weight and are actually great value for money.
Rhino Piling provides piling in Manchester, if wish to find out more details or are looking for a quotation, contact our team today.
