Helical piles are an alternative approach to cylindrical piles that can be implemented in situations where the latter may not be most appropriate. They make use of steel shafts and helical flights, which are used at different sizes as per the needs of each individual project, as a ground anchoring system in order to provide both longevity and stability. Read on as we go over a few types of projects that may be suitable for the application of helical piles…
Restricted Headroom
Those who are familiar with the industry may notice that helical piles are installed in a very similar fashion to mini-piling because the rigs that are used are significantly smaller than a traditional driven piling rig. As such, helical piles are a great solution for projects with restricted headroom, such as work that is carried out on existing builds, because the piles can be safely and easily installed.
Troublesome Soils
Certain soils behave differently than others and this can cause problems when piles are installed, particularly when it comes to traditional driven piling that can create a lot of vibrations and encourage soil displacement. Helical piles have a very distinct shape which makes them a great solution for stabilising a foundation that requires a more rigid application as the spiral design can cut into troublesome soils and prevent them from displacing as much.
Additional Support
Piling is quite versatile which means that there are different methods that can be implemented depending on the needs of a project. Sometimes it may be necessary to reinforce stability through compression and tension which makes helical piles an effective and economical piling solution. After all, their unique design means that they can provide additional support in ways that regular cylindrical piles may not be able to.
Here at Rhino Piling, we always like to consider our options when assessing the best way to approach a new foundational project. The on-site evaluation that our team carries out allows us to understand the type of soil that we will be working with as well as the needs of the structure itself so that we can recommend the most appropriate piling approach. To find out more information about helical piles, get in contact with the best piling Manchester has to offer today!
