Choosing the right foundation drilling rigs and equipment is one of the first decisions that determines whether a drilled foundation project stays …
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DRILLED SHAFTS & CAISSONS
Drilled Shafts and Caissons: Complete Guide to Design, Construction, Inspection, and Testing
by Eric Blairby Eric BlairDrilled shafts, caissons, drilled piers, bored piles, CIDH piles, and drilled shaft foundations all describe a family of cast-in-place deep foundation elements …
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CONCRETE PLACEMENT & GROUTING
Concrete Placement and Grouting for Deep Foundations: Methods, Risks, and Quality Control
by Eric Blairby Eric BlairConcrete placement and grouting are the operations that turn a drilled excavation, pile element, micropile hole, or anchor bore into a working …
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BEST PRACTICES & COMPLIANCE
Deep Foundation Construction Best Practices: Field Controls, Inspection, Safety, and Compliance
by John Weberby John WeberDeep foundation construction is won or lost in the field. A design may be correct on paper, the geotechnical report may be …
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AUGER CAST PILES
Auger Cast Piles: Design, Construction, Applications, and Limitations
by Eric Blairby Eric BlairAuger cast piles are one of the most productive deep foundation systems used where high installation rates, low vibration, and moderate to …

