Saving a Catastrophe: part VI
With the building substantially lifted (less minor adjustments), we focused our attention on the compaction grouting. Much of the same challenges presented themselves similar to the pile.
Saving a Catastrophe: Raising a Sunken 300,000sf. Industrial Building 15”, pt IV
After predrilling each hole for their respective piles, we discovered the holes in some depths opened up and had no resistance as we installed the push piles. The push piles are sleeved for.
Saving a Catastrophe: Raising a Sunken 300,000sf. Industrial Building 15” pt - III
As we started the pre drilling process, we drilled down to 60 feet, the depth of the solid landfill. Afterward, we would install the push piles and drive them to refusal, as we did not know the.
Saving a Catastrophe: Raising a Sunken 300,000sf. Industrial Building 15” - part II
In my last blog, I described the state of the building when we first encountered it. To review the previous blog entry, click HERE.
