Asset: Stainless display process tank on four adjustable feet, located at the brewery’s main entry/display zone.

Problem: Differential settlement of the concrete support pads caused the tank to tip; adjacent slabs showed localized hollow response, indicating voids beneath.

Constraints: Maintain customer access; protect food‑grade equipment; keep noise, dust, and odors to a minimum; avoid intrusive demolition. 

Owner Priorities:  

1. Eliminate tipping risk by restoring uniform support beneath the tank legs.
2. Stabilize soils so future settlement doesn’t return.
3. Minimize downtime and keep the front‑of‑house area looking clean.
4. Allow the in‑house team to use the tank’s adjustable legs for final leveling adjustments after stabilization and drainage. 

Commercial beverage spaces are high‑traffic, sanitation‑sensitive environments. Three realities shaped our approach: 

1. Lift is never guaranteed. The brewery needed stability first; any elevation changes had to be measured and controlled to avoid stressing anchors, fittings, or adjacent sawcuts.
2. Tight working envelope. Work occurred in an entry/display zone with daily foot traffic and storefront sightlines; equipment had to be compact and discreet.
3. Food‑grade considerations. Dust, debris, and odors had to be minimized and contained. The repair method had to be compatible with sanitary operations and quick to cure.

Two‑Part Structural Polyurethane Injections

Helicon implemented a soil‑first plan that combined void closure, matrix tightening, and slab interface support under the tank’s feet – without demolition. 

Why Polyurethane for a Brewery Setting

• Lightweight structural support: Adds negligible dead load vs. cementitious grouts, reducing re‑settlement risk on sandy fills.

• Precision: Short, metered shots allow millimeter‑scale corrections directly beneath equipment pads.

• Rapid cure: Returns areas to light service in minutes; ideal for active businesses.

• Clean delivery: Penny‑sized ports and point‑of‑use mixing minimize dust and visual impact.
• Moisture‑tolerant & inert after cure: Foam resists moisture and does not leach—suited to Florida humidity. 

Injection Pattern & Production 

• Three injection points targeted beneath the affected slab pads.

• Total material: ~150 lbs of two‑part structural polyurethane resin.

• Sequence: Soil injections first to tighten the matrix, then interface injections to restore slab‑to‑soil contact and enable minor correction.
• Leveling: After resin cure, the brewery team drained the tank and set the final elevation using the adjustable legs. 

Results & Benefits 

• Stability achieved: The slab beneath each treated leg now sits on a uniform, densified bearing layer. The tipping hazard has been mitigated.

• Equipment alignment improved: With the subgrade stabilized, adjustable feet provided fine‑tuned level, protecting fittings and presentation.

• Low disruption: No demolition, minimal noise, and a rapid cure allowed work during off‑peak hours with negligible impact on customers.

• Long‑term value: Stabilizing the soil support (not just the surface) reduces the chance of recurring settlement that would telegraph through a future overlay.
• Documented fix: Injection logs (points and pounds), photos, and acceptance notes give the owner a record for insurance, safety, and maintenance. 

About Helicon 

Helicon is Florida’s trusted partner for soil stabilization, concrete lifting, foundation repair, and sinkhole remediation. We serve commercial and residential clients across Pinellas County and Greater Tampa Bay, delivering clean, well‑documented solutions tailored to Florida soils. 

Running a brewery, restaurant, or venue and noticing leaning equipment or rocking slabs? Helicon’s soil stabilization and concrete lifting program can fill voids, tighten soils, and restore support—often during off‑hours with same‑day return to service. Call 844‑HELICON to schedule a free inspection in Dunedin, Clearwater, or St. Petersburg.