Magnacore Micropiles are the perfect solution for a wide variety of deep foundation projects. Magnacore hollow bars are an excellent consideration when deep foundations are needed for projects such as micropiles for new building construction, foundations for bridges and towers to the repair or fortification of existing structures. They have become a popular choice thanks to their versatility and functionality in challenging soil conditions.
Take advantage of the expertise at Intech Anchoring to learn more about the benefits of hollow bar micropiles. You can partner with us for continual support from the initial project design all the way through to material selection and installation of the deep foundations for your project. Our team of engineers can be an extension of your installation arm providing assistance with engineering/design, load test support installation guidance, competitive product pricing, and installation either rent or purchase – Intech Anchoring has you covered.
Intech Anchoring recognizes there is no single deep foundation system that is the best fit for every situation. Soil conditions, obstructions, and access limitations can alter the needs of any project, and finding the right product requires recommendations from professional experts like the engineering team at Intech Anchoring. Some of the most challenging subgrade conditions consist of elements like buried construction debris, boulders, large areas of void or collapsing soil. When you encounter these conditions, micropiles are often the best option.
Micropiles themselves are small diameter (typically under 10” in diameter) grouted piles that have a central steel element for reinforcement. Load capacity of the micropile is accomplished through the skin friction between the grout and the surrounding soil as well as the bearing surface at the end of the element. Micropiles can be designed to handle high-capacity loads (in excess of 500 Kips). Magnacore hollow bar micropiles install quickly, even in the most challenging soil and site conditions.
The most significant reason that Magnacore Micropiles have risen to such prominence is their ease of installation. Thanks to their functional design, with segmented sections, they can be installed in situations with low overhead clearance. Where other foundation systems might require large, heavy machinery, micropiles are installed with smaller equipment such as a skid steer or excavator. Specialty Contractors turn to the cost-effective and high-quality materials of Magnacore micropiles as their first choice when you are faced with challenging soil conditions and on a tight timeline.
Another advantage of our Magnacore Micropiles is the efficient installation process. Featuring single, top-down operation with the grout being installed simultaneously with the drilling of the hollow bar micropiles, there is no faster installation process. This process allows the micropile to be drilled and grouted at the same time. The grout flows out of the ports in the sacrificial bit that is used to advance the hollow bars to depth. This neat grout mixture actually permeates into the surrounding soil to create a dependable, reinforced grout column. Other deep foundation systems require the grout injection to occur separately after the hole has been completely drilled. With Magnacore, the single pass installation of both the hollow bar and the grout together saves significant cost on labor hours.
The competitive cost of hollow bar micropiles and their versatile applications make them a popular choice for a wide variety of projects. By eliminating the need for extra steps in the installation process, they make your entire project more cost effective. The advantage of micropiles includes:
Magnacore Micropiles are the optimal choice for a variety of situations, including:
Their high load-bearing capacity combined with their ease of installation makes hollow bar micropiles the answer to many deep foundation building/construction projects. At Intech Anchoring, our team works directly with you to determine which foundation elements are the right fit for your needs. Even if micropiles do not suit your specific situation, you can still count on our engineers to make the right recommendation. We pride ourselves on being more than a dependable supplier of the nation’s leading deep foundation brands. We offer excellent customer support throughout your entire project. We are your full-service micropile distributor and technical expert when it comes to engineering and design. Trust Intech Anchoring to provide everything you need from your initial project budget, to the material selection that best fits the design, to leveraging our installation equipment available to help you complete your next project. To learn more about the many benefits of Magnacore Micropiles and Self Drilling Anchors, contact Intech Anchoring today.
Tim is the President of Intech Anchoring and has 25 years of experience in the Civil Engineering and Geostructural Industry. Tim has developed extensive industry knowledge by working to support the needs of specialty contractors at each and every business level. Tim’s diverse industry background has given him exposure to a wide variety civil construction projects, ranging from the simplest residential applications to the most complex commercial and industrial projects. Coupled with a highly skilled and educated team, Tim focuses on providing the highest quality products and solutions to Intech Anchoring’s customers in order to consistently exceed expectations.