Micropiles are small-diameter, drilled and grouted deep foundation elements used to support structures, transfer loads into competent ground, and improve foundation performance …
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LOAD TESTING & VERIFICATION
Deep Foundation Load Testing and Verification: A Complete Guide to Static, Dynamic, Integrity, and Acceptance Testing
by Eric Blairby Eric BlairDeep foundations transfer structural loads through weak or unsuitable near-surface materials to deeper soil or rock capable of providing the required support. …
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GROUND ANCHORS
Ground Anchors and Tiebacks: Design, Construction, Testing, and Applications
by John Weberby John WeberGround anchors and tiebacks are structural systems used to transfer tensile loads from a wall, foundation, slope, or other structure into competent …
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DRILLING TOOLS & BITS
Foundation Drilling Tools and Bits: Augers, Buckets, Core Barrels, Cleanout Tools, and Rock Tools
by John Weberby John WeberFoundation drilling depends on much more than the drilling rig itself. The success of a drilled shaft, bored pile, secant pile, or …
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DRILLING RIGS & EQUIPMENT
Foundation Drilling Rigs and Equipment: Types, Uses, Selection, and Production Factors
by John Weberby John WeberChoosing 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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