Helical piers, also known as anchors, piles or screw piles, are deep foundation solutions used to secure new or repair existing foundations,a modern improvement to traditional cement footings. Each pier consists of an engineered steel post with screw-like helices. Helical pile is extendable base equipment which is made up of helical engineered metallic plates that are attached to a central steel shaft using a round or rectangular cross-section. The steel plate thickness, diameter, number, and helices operate are determined through the restricted or supported arrangement's minimal design life, the ecological rust, and geotechnical parameters, along with the design fill demands.
What are the benefits of Helical Anchors?
There are various benefits of using a helical anchor. Some of them are as follows:
It is easy to install and remove
It can be installed easily in any weather condition
It reduces carbon footprints
It has minimum vibration
It reduces foundation costs
It does not require excess soil
The installation process is very clean and tidy as there are no spoils left after installation
How to use Helical Anchors?
Drive the helical anchors into the soil up to the predetermined load capacity.
Space the helical anchors at predetermined intervals to share the weight of the structure.
For foundation repair works, attach the brackets to the base of the wall so that the weight is transferred to the anchor.
Install to a height below the ground level where they meet the required torque.