Examples

Canopy Tie-Down. Helical Piles used to anchor canopy so that it can resist hurricane force winds. Work as well in tension as they do compression.

Process equipment can be supported on concreteless foundations. Vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, etc. Direct support can be followed with concrete later.  Equipment can be set immediately after pile installation.  Direct support allows for early start on piping and mechanical work.

Pipe rack installed before the foundations are poured. Allows for mechanical construction to start even if you haven’t gotten out of the dirt. Excavation for footer can be seen in picture.

All above ground pipeline components can be supported on helical piles with or without concrete. Meter buildings, pig launchers and catchers, valve stations, meter provers, pump stations, compressor stations, gas treating units, etc

Examples of helical piles used to support elevated MCC buildings or other modular buildings.

Helical piles provide cost savings where only a few piles are needed. In this case the total helical pile installation was lower than the mobilization cost for ACIPs.

Skid mounted process equipment supported on helical piles. Equipment can be set the same day the piles are installed. No concrete needed for support. May be poured later if needed for containment.

Gas Plants and Compressor stations with equipment, building, and pipe racks all supported on helical piles.

Equipment leveling where an existing foundation is settling.

Installation process for helical piles used to level settling equipment.

New grain elevator completely supported on helical piles

Artistic rendering of pump jack supported on helical piles

Sketch of retaining wall with no spreadfooter

Fresh water fishing dock installed on helical piles.

Boardwalk installed over wetlands with no long term environmental impact.

Pedestrian, golf cart, and vehicle bridges can all be supported on helical piles

Abutments for new reinforced concrete multi-lane bridge supported on helical piles and helical tiebacks.

Rock Faced Retaining wall held with helical tie-backs

Commercial Office Building on helical piles.

Convenience store. All structures designed and supported on helical piles.

Church constructed on helical piles.

Condominium supported on helical piles.

New home construction on helical piles. The best option in any area with expansive soils. Helicals are a viable option if pier and beam construction is desired or if getting out of the ground quickly is important.  Can be used to meet and exceed FEMA P-320 foundation requirements for a storm shelter.

Picture of helical piles with rebar caps.  Several cap designs including custom designs are available.