Installing Piers for a New Construction Project in the UK

Location

Ely, England, CB7.

Project Type

New construction- installing Techno Metal Post’s helical piers for a concrete beam foundation.

Helical Pier Details

• An installation of 14 piers, at a depth of approximately 13 feet, in a trench foundation.

Comments

• This project marks the very first installation carried out by our new UK dealer, Techno Metal Post Home Counties.

Site Conditions

• Complex site due to its proximity to an existing wall and old foundations.
• The task required passing under the original foundation while maintaining structural stability.
• The site also involved a 33.6 ton compression load test, requiring careful planning and execution.

Project Challenges

• Having to navigate technical difficulties due to near structures and old foundations.
• Managing the constraints of working under the original foundation.
• Ensuring structural stability while respecting the load requirements of the 33.6 ton compression load test.

Conclusion

• A successful first project for TMP Home Counties in Ely, demonstrating the expertise and technical precision required to handle complex foundation work.
• The project displays strong attention to detail and rigorous planning to ensure the long-term stability of the new construction.

Additional Information

Dealership: Techno Metal Post Home Counties