Different Types of Screw Piles and Their Uses
When it comes to providing strong foundations for your builds, screw piles offer an excellent solution for various projects. Pile VIC, a trusted piling contractor, sets the standard for structural integrity across Geelong, Melbourne, and the Mornington Peninsula. Let’s explore some of the key types of screw piles and their uses, with Blade Pile products as our top recommendation.
Engaged Screw Piles
Engaged screw piles are ideal for supporting conventional concrete slabs, waffle pod slabs, traditional footings, and retaining walls. For conventional and waffle pod slabs, it’s recommended to use a pile cap for added stability.
Blade Pile products are the preferred choice for screw piling. These steel piles are:
Pile Caps for Steel Piles
Pile caps work perfectly with Blade Piles and are an excellent alternative to concrete bored piers or timber piles. They create a structural slip joint for reactive clay sites, which helps protect the poly plastic membrane by placing the cap below the membrane and avoiding the need to puncture it. This method ensures the foundation remains isolated from the steel piles, keeping everything secure.
Lateral Load Pile
Not all screw piles are limited to handling compressive loads. Lateral load piles feature an enlarged fin assembly that allows them to support lateral loads, such as those from fences, columns, poles, or prefabricated buildings. Their versatility and durability make them a popular choice for architects looking to handle various loads.
Why Choose Pile VIC?
For any project requiring screw piling, Pile VIC is your go-to contractor. Servicing Geelong, Melbourne, and the Mornington Peninsula, they ensure the highest standards of structural integrity for your builds. Whether you’re working on a new home, retaining walls, or prefabricated buildings, Pile VIC has the expertise to get the job done right.
Reach out to Pile VIC today for a reliable, Australian-made solution to your piling needs!
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