A fast and adaptable foundation solution for light to moderate loads

Helical piles are installed by rotating steel elements with helical plates into the ground to achieve the required capacity. Their rapid installation and immediate load-carrying capability make helical piles well suited to projects requiring speed, flexibility, and minimal site disturbance.

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Key advantages of Helical Piles

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Rapid Installation

Helical piles can be installed quickly with immediate load-carrying capacity, allowing construction to proceed without delays related to curing or spoil removal.

Minimal Disturbance

Installed by rotation rather than driving or drilling, helical piles generate very low noise and vibration, making them suitable for sensitive sites and existing structures.

Flexible and Adjustable

Helical piles can be installed to varying depths and, where required, adjusted or removed, providing flexibility for temporary works or evolving project requirements.

Applications

Helical piles are commonly used in projects requiring efficient foundation installation with limited site disruption, particularly for light to moderate structural loads.

Light Structures & Temporary Works

Used for foundations supporting light buildings, temporary structures, and construction support systems where speed and adaptability are essential.

Underpinning & Foundation Upgrades

Applied to underpin existing structures or strengthen foundations where access is limited and disturbance must be minimized.

Remote & Difficult Access Sites

Well suited to remote locations or sites with restricted access, where conventional piling equipment may be impractical.

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Quality Assurance and Execution

Soletanche Bachy Canada delivers helical pile solutions using specialized installation equipment and experienced crews. Installation torque and depth are monitored during construction to verify load capacity and ensure compliance with design requirements.

Our teams adapt installation methods to site constraints, ground conditions, and project objectives, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable execution.

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