An addition was being added to the training facility of a local union hall in Scranton Pennsylvania. Conventional Concrete underpinning required excavation as part of the process. The engineer of record specified helicals as temporary tiebacks to stabilize the underpinning pits.
Project Summary:
- Helical Pile Type: 1.75″ Square Shaft 8,10 Helix Configuration
- # of Helical Piles: 11
- Location: Scranton, PA
- Installation Depth: 18′
- Ultimate Pile Capacity: 20 kips
- Equipment Used: Cat 305, 12K drive, Marian Torque Indicator
- Challenge/Unique Aspect: IDEAL helical piles have a standard “seashell” cut on their helix plates and generate more torque than many comparable competitive products. This was a major help in penetrating the dense, cobbled soils on the site. This in turn helped to keep the project on schedule.
- Engineer/Architect: E.D PONS
