It is crucial that a foundation is able to support the weight of a structure and that the load is distributed equally across all points in order to encourage both safety and longevity. Here at Rhino Piling, we offer a highly sophisticated ground beams service that aims to provide exactly that. There are many reasons why your project may benefit from an investment in ground beams and the important role that they can play in a foundation. Let’s take a look at a few reasons to invest in ground beams:
Overall Singular Strength
Ground beams are an effective foundational approach because they form a link between each individual pile and provide a foundation with an overall singular strength. This means that each pile is bearing the same amount of weight, which reduces the likelihood of strain in areas that are being exposed to more than they can handle. As such, ground beams are thought to be effective at reducing soil displacement and subsidence.
Versatile
There is no singular way to utilise ground beams in construction which could explain why they are such a popular option. They may be used in order to support existing foundations in cases of underpinning, provide additional support to brickwork above, or to create permanent shuttering around the edge of shallow foundational approaches like in-situ concrete slabs.
Fast and Affordable
Ground beams are typically made from reinforced concrete which is a material that is quite easy to work with from a foundational perspective. As a result, they can be constructed quite quickly which makes them an affordable foundational solution for projects working in accordance with a strict and time sensitive deadline.
There is no room for complacency when it comes to something as important as your foundations, which is why the Rhino Piling team takes a vigilant approach to every piling project. As the best mini piling company Manchester has to offer, our team carry out an in-depth on site survey to determine the most appropriate approach prior to commencement, and this is where a recommendation for ground beams may arise. To find out more information, get in contact with a member of the Rhino Piling team today.
