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

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  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 tran...

Site Conditions for Shoring Work and Materials Needed for Secant Shoring

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  When a building is built on sandy soil or soft ground, at such times, it becomes necessary to construct a secant pile wall. Secant pile wall, ensure that the structure behind the wall would remain proper and it won't have the risk of falling due to high lateral pressure working.    This work is carried under the expert supervision of a quality engineer, construction manager, safety officers, and skilled labor. For this work, rotary drilling rigs ensure that the soil remains firm and the surrounding structures are not disturbed.    This article will explain the site conditions for performing the  shoring work  and the material needed to construct   sheet piles in Dubai .     Site condition for shoring work The subsurface of the area is made up of loose sand accumulating on the top layer. The medium and the layer below are made up of the formation of calcarenite and sandstone over time.   The reason to construct ...

Everything You Need To Know About Sheet Piles

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  1- What is sheet piles? Predominantly used in the construction industry, the  sheet piles   are used as permanent or temporary walls for supports. The support is mainly needed during excavation and when the workers plan to do the soil retention work. The sheet pileshave borders that help keep the soil away from the structure. They interlock with each other and are installed in a sequence. 2- Working of sheet piles Dubai Usually, the materials used in the manufacturing of  sheet piles in Dubai   is iron. But in some cases, wood and vinyl sheets are also used. The sheets are all interconnected, thereby helping the sheet piles to be connected. Since the sheets are connected, they are placed firmly on the ground, which resembles a wall-like structure. The stability and strength are entirely dependent upon the material used on the construction and the sheet piles’ shape .  In places where the sheet piles will have to undergo huge stress, steel is used.

Importance of Working with a Piling Contractor

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  Are you planning to start with your new home’s construction? Well, that’s good news.  So, you might know that the foundation is crucial for the construction of your home or building. And to have a strengthened foundation, piling is necessary. Hence, you will require a piling contractor on the construction site too.  But not many people know how piling works, and that is why they end up forgetting to hire a piling contractor. In fact,experienced contractors like Universal Piling Company are known to provide their exemplary service, not just to home construction. They also add immense value to large scale projects like the on-going Etihad Rail network which will connect all seven emirates of the UAE. For More Information:   Piling Contractors in UAE  

Tips for Choosing a Piling Company

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A sturdy foundation is important for an established and long-lasting construction. If the piling foundation is not built properly or groundwork is satisfactory then the integrity of the structure may be compromised. This could lead to damage to the building or make the building insecure for entry. Piling mostly consists of concrete, steel, or wood. This piling is inserted deeply into the ground to provide a strong foundation for your structure. A foundation on which you built the structure must be correct and for that, it is required that you select the right person for the job. When you choose a shoring and piling companies in Dubai, you should keep in mind the following tips and factors. Equipment & Personnel It is essential that you ask a wide range of questions before hiring ground engineering contractors in Dubai . You must have confidence that the piling companies in Dubai which you hire must offer an excellent service and work must be carried out by their ...

All You Want To Know About Secant Piling Method

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Shoring work is useful in supporting a structure to prevent a fall down of a building or a construction project. The most common shoring techniques that we use during the early stage of construction that is an excavation are as follows: H-or I-beam shoring Secant Pile Shoring Contiguous Pile Method Sheet Piles Diaphragm Walls Here, today we will discuss secant shoring .  When the building construction project is to be erected on soft ground or sandy soil at that time secant shoring pilling method (wall) is required. The main objective of this kind of shoring is to make sure that the stratum behind the wall would remain intact during construction. Secant shoring also ensures protection from the hazard due to high sideways pressure. To prepare a method statement for the secant piling shoring and secant pile wall an engineer must have proficiency in that.      How secant pile shoring is done?   Secant pile shoring is done by inte...

Why Is Piling Needed?

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A strong foundation is the guarantor of a bright future. It is not only factual for human characters but also for man-made objects. Anything which is based on goodness reflects goodness in the long-term. If a building has been constructed on a strong, sturdy foundation then it will be able to stand through a number of future weathering and calamities. Thus, the significance of a good foundation is applicable in all situations. The main reason for the untimely collapse of the building is a poor foundation. When such kind of incidents occurs they not only destroy the homes of many but also take away the lives of a number of people. Therefore, before setting up a massive structure, steps should be taken to measure the strength of the ground on which the building is going to be set up. These measures are known as piling. What is piling? Piling is fundamentally a method which is used to artificially reinforce the base of multi-storied buildings. Piling is important to th...

All You Need To Know About Micro-Piles

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Construction companies place a special emphasis on getting a stable and deep foundation built for their real estate construction projects. It helps the Piling contractors in Dubai to penetrate the structure deep below the ground surface and thus provide structural stability as well as prevent overloading. Why Micro-Piles Are Popular among Piling Contractors Near me? Foundations can be categorized as deep foundations or shallow foundations (depending on how deep the structure is inserted). Pile foundations are a form of deep foundations. Within piling, there are sub-categories that are classified based on the diameter of the vertical piling. Micro-piles are one such sub-categories that are popular in the real estate property construction domain among Piling contractors in Dubai . Many experts typically work with diameters ranging from 140mm to 300mm, depending on the specific construction needs. Uses of Micro Piles 1 – It offers structural support to the building 2 – It...