Deep Foundations / System 03

Push Piers

Hydraulically advanced steel sections for structural stabilization and controlled lift.

EXISTING STRUCTURE
VARIABLE SOIL
BEARING STRATUM
01LOAD TRANSFER
02MONITORED INSTALLATION
CONCEPTUAL SYSTEM / PROJECT-SPECIFIC ENGINEERING REQUIRED

The problem

An existing structure has settled and needs load transferred beyond weak or variable soils.

The system

Steel pier sections are advanced using the structure as reaction and connected with a tested foundation bracket.

  • Occupied structures
  • Perimeter settlement
  • Deep competent strata
  • Controlled recovery
ReactionExisting structure
RecordInstallation pressure
ObjectiveStabilize / lift when suitable
StatusProject-specific selection

How the system works

Investigate.
Select.
Install.
Document.

Every repair starts with conditions and constraints—not a predetermined product.

01

Site inputs

Symptoms, elevations, access, water and loading context.

02

Repair objective

Define stabilization, recovery, support or ground improvement.

03

Technical criteria

Coordinate system, capacity, details, sequence and verification.

04

Field record

Capture installation information, photos and closeout documents.

CONDITION MAP
PROJECT MEDIA / BEFOREExisting conditions
FIELD SEQUENCE
PROJECT MEDIA / DURINGInstallation + verification
CLOSEOUT RECORD
PROJECT MEDIA / COMPLETEDocumented result

Frequently asked

Clear answers.
No shortcuts.

Will push piers close every crack?+

Not necessarily. Recovery is controlled by structure response and risk; finishes may still require repair.

How deep do piers go?+

Depth varies until the project-specific termination criteria are met.

Are utilities checked first?+

Utility locating and access planning are part of preconstruction coordination.

Project-specific answer

See a condition?
Start with an inspection.

Request inspection