by Jay Silver | Oct 7, 2020 | Commercial Blog Posts, Deep Foundations, Helical Piers
Previously, helical pier (aka helical pile) construction was an extremely burdensome endeavor, however, technological advancements in this industry have changed all that. Today, with helical piers, you can begin new construction projects almost anywhere. Use Helical...by Jay Silver | Sep 23, 2020 | Commercial Blog Posts, Compaction Grout, Ground Improvement
A Compaction grouting solution is often touted as the most effective way of combating the problem of weak soils. If you are familiar with engineering, you are likely already aware of how vital soil quality is when it comes to preparing building sites for commercial...by Jay Silver | Sep 15, 2020 | Commercial Blog Posts, Permeation Grout
When it comes to soil stabilization projects, many contractors are faced with a choice when it comes to the different materials and processes to utilize. Permeation Grout vs. Sodium Silicate is a common choice that contractors are faced with when planning soil...by Jay Silver | Sep 2, 2020 | Commercial Blog Posts, Commercial Projects, Featured Projects, Ground Improvement, Permeation Grout
The permeation grout project is at the NASA Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, FL. This project consisted of ground improvement for a heavily loaded slap stand structure that will be constructed along the transfer aisle between Highbays 3 & 4 in the Vehicle...by Jay Silver | Aug 24, 2020 | Commercial Blog Posts, Commercial Projects, Deep Foundations, Helical Piers
The project is a commercial retail building. The Geotechnical Engineer of Record recommended a deep foundation solution of helical piers to improve prove the load bearing capacity of the existing soils at the site. Challenge • Sandy/Silty soil conditions Solution...by Jay Silver | Aug 10, 2020 | Commercial Blog Posts, Commercial Projects, Featured Projects, Vibro Stone Columns
Vibro stone columns offer general contractors in the State of Florida, a more sustainable and economical alternative for solid commercial deep foundations as opposed to deep and piling foundation solutions. They are designed with complex engineering techniques and...