GoliathTech University : Tutorial 10 A SMALLER CARBON FOOTPRINT THAN CONCRETE Today, the health of our planet and its inhabitants is more than ever a pressing concern. At GoliathTech, we take matters of the environment seriously. For starters, we’ve implemented the ISO 14001:2015 standard for excellence in environmental management to help safeguard our… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 9 A solid approach to your next lateral construction. There are many cases where helical piles work well for elevated structures. Let’s say you have a restaurant and want to design a terrace that is two storeys high yet is also connected to the ground. Depending on the design, it… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 8 EXPLORE THE OPTIONS AND BENEFITS There are several ways to approach building a deck with helical piles. And your choice will be based on a range of variables such as the amount of space you have, soil type, cost, and so on. For example, a 24’ x 24’ deck… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 7 Helical piles have been around for almost 200 years and have supported travel via roads, rails and bridges, as well as assisted human advancements, such as telecommunications. Some lighthouses that used helical piles two centuries ago are still standing today. This is a testament to the strength and durability… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 6 Gardeners understand the importance of soil composition. A gardener can spend a lot of money buying plants and nutrients to add to the soil for the very best conditions, yet if that person doesn’t understand the soil composition to begin with, then it will be money (and time) wasted… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 5 At GoliathTech, we work on many different projects to find support solutions that work for you and fit best with your construction. In our 15-plus years of experience, we’ve encountered our share of obstacles and would like to share our know-how. As an example of a challenge that stalls… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 4 A lateral load as related to a helical or screw pile is the force from the side of the pile that’s attempting to push it over. This could occur with natural events such as wind, earthquakes as well calculated live loads. At GoliathTech, our standard helical pile is 2-7/8… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 3 The four concepts of compression, tension, load and torque are fundamental to the function of a helical or screw pile. In this article we’ll explore the role of each and explain why helical piles are well-suited to high load projects. Check out our website to explore our range of… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 2 At GoliathTech we use helical piles (or screw piles) for an extensive range of projects from fences, home decks, swimming pools, sheds and foundation repairs, to solar panels, docks and boathouses. Basically, anything that requires a solid foundation or that needs to be anchored to the ground can benefit… Read more »
GoliathTech University: Tutorial 1 A helical pile (or screw pile) is basically a large screw that we install in the ground below the frost line, with either an excavator or a skid steer that has a designated hydraulic motor attached. If you imagine a regular household wood screw installed into a two-by-four or… Read more »