Type of Project
Techno Metal Post UK installs helical piers to support a 1647 foot single-story timber-frame house in Ross-on-Wye, UK.
Location
Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 (United Kingdom)
Challenges
- Rocky clay soil conditions located near a disused limestone quarry
- High level of installation accuracy required, with minimal eccentricity tolerance to meet the timber-frame manufacturer’s design requirements
- Custom top plates required to ensure perfect integration with the timber-frame structure
- Off-grid installation conditions requiring adapted equipment and site logistics
Solutions
- Installation of 26 Techno Metal Post helical piers (model P3) and 4 Techno Metal Post helical piers (model P2.5)
- Piers installed to an average depth of 5 metres, achieving working loads between 15 kN and 60 kN depending on structural requirements
- Design and installation of custom top plates specifically adapted to the timber-frame manufacturer’s specifications
- Installation process adapted to challenging ground and off-grid site conditions while maintaining a high level of precision
Results / Conclusion
Despite the rocky ground conditions and installation constraints, all 30 helical piles were successfully installed in just 3 days.
Techno Metal Post's helical pier foundation solution provided a precise, reliable and durable system fully adapted to the project requirements. The completed installation now offers a stable and long-lasting helical foundation system perfectly suited for the single-story timber-frame construction.
Additional Information
Dealer: Techno Metal Post UK
