Basic of Piling Works and Several Types of Piling Construction in Dubai

 


There are two main types of foundations; shallow and deep foundations. These foundations show the relative depth of the soil on which the buildings are constructed. 

If the width of the footing is more than the depth of the foundation and the width is less than ten feet deep, then such situations are known as shallow foundations. When the surface soils are strong enough to support the imposed loads of the buildings and other structures, a shallow foundation is used. 

If the width of the foundation is less than the depth of the foundation, then such cases are known as deep foundations. When the imposed loads of the building are needed to be transferred deep into the soil, deep foundations are used. 

This article will briefly explain what piling works are and explain several types of piling construction.

 Basics of piling

A pile working or pile foundation is when several series or columns are inserted into the grounds to transfer loads of the structure to the lower section of the soil. Piles are long and cylindrical. They act as 

supports to the structure built on top of them. 

The piles are generally made up of concrete which is a strong material capable of withstanding the load. Their main objective is to transfer the load from the structure to the rocks, soil, or hard strata underneath. 

Types of piling construction in Dubai

 1- Bearing piles

These piles are driven straight to the ground until the hard stratum is reached. These pillars support the structure as pillars, and they rest on hard strata. 

2- Friction piles

When the soil is soft and the land does not have hard strata, friction piles are used during those conditions. The surface of the friction piles is rough to increase the frictional resistance and also helps enhance the surface area. 

3- Guide piles

These piles are used in underwater construction when the piles need to provide a strong foundation because of the flowing water. 

 4- Batter piles

When the structure has inclined loads, the batter piles are used. 

 Wrapping up

As you might be aware, Etihad Rail is the first railway passenger network that will connect the seven emirates of UAE. Since such works are very challenging, Etihad only employs the best pilling contractors in UAE likeUniversal Piling. Such projects fortify UPC’s reputation as the best piling contractors in Dubai.

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