Ground Investigation | A Smart Foundation Specification Explanation Method to Eliminate Excess Piles in Single-Story Logistics Warehouses

Elimination of excessive piles in single-story logistics warehouses! By changing to direct foundations using shallow soil bearing capacity data from plate load tests, we smartly achieve cost reduction and the client's satisfaction.

In the construction plan for single-story logistics warehouses, the designation of expensive deep pile foundations or columnar improvements due to the underestimation of safety factors is a significant issue that severely pressures construction costs. This document explains a smart foundation explanation technique using "plate load tests" to measure the true bearing capacity of the shallow ground directly beneath the foundation and eliminate excessive ground reinforcement work. Geotech's plate load tests directly measure the ultimate bearing capacity and deformation coefficients at the actual pressure surface level, scientifically supporting design changes to direct foundations such as slab foundations. High-precision settlement simulations based on staged loading data prevent the risk of unevenness and settlement of the floor slab associated with forklift operations and the installation of high-rise racks. Furthermore, the eco-foundation proposal, which minimizes the generation of excavation spoil, also contributes to CO2 emission reduction. By presenting clear technical evidence, we fulfill the requirements for structural compatibility assessment and accountability to clients, strongly supporting significant cost reductions and shortened construction periods. We encourage you to utilize this document to achieve a highly satisfactory optimal foundation design.

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