ProMart screw pile 1750x60/3 mm.

Hot-dip galvanized screw piles are an easy and long-lasting foundation solution for structures such as fences, decks, sheds, and docks.

Installation begins by making a starter hole about 12 inches deep in the ground using a drill or digging bar. The pile is then screwed into the ground using a screw pile torque tool or a digging bar. The pile can also be installed mechanically. It is important to take any underground structures into account, such as drainage systems and cabling. Screw piles are especially well suited for confined spaces, as their installation does not cause vibration or noise disturbance.

Screw piles work best in clay and sandy soil. Frost insulation is not needed when the helical plate is installed below the frost line. Spacing typically varies between 3 and 10 feet, depending on the soil’s load-bearing capacity and the applied load. The exact load-bearing capacity of the piles requires a soil investigation. For structures that require a permit, a structural designer determines the number of screw piles needed and their installation spacing. This foundation method offers a cost-effective and durable alternative for a wide range of construction needs, without heavy foundation work.