Day: December 10, 2025
How Shaft Diameter Impacts the Strength and Stability of BC Helical Piles
The performance of BC helical piles depends on a combination of factors, and one of the most critical yet often overlooked is the shaft diameter. This single element influences how the pile resists loads, transfers forces into the soil, and performs over the long term—especially in challenging ground conditions. Understanding the engineering behind shaft diameter […]
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The Part of a Fountain People Don’t Think About Until Something Goes Wrong
People love the look of a bubbling urn or a smooth disappearing fountain. It feels simple. Easy even. Just plug it in and watch the water do its thing. Except that the whole setup depends on something hidden under the feature. And people only learn that once the water starts acting strange. The fountain reservoir […]
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Managing Negative Skin Friction in Problem Soils with Helical Pile Foundations
In areas with compressible or soft soils, negative skin friction can quietly become one of the biggest challenges for foundation stability. This downward drag on deep foundations, caused by soil settlement or consolidation, can impose significant additional loads on the structure—sometimes beyond what it was originally designed to handle. For engineers and contractors, the focus […]
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