Commercial Screw Piers

Westmead Catholic Education Precinct, Stage 1

Westmead Catholic Education Precinct, Stage 1
Geotechnical Ground Conditions: 
Carried out by Jefferey & Katauskas P/L
Client: 
Zadro Constructions
Foundation Solution: 
Originally approx 300off conventional concrete bored piles designed. To limit risk of construction issues associated with a variable water table and contaminated ground Australian Foundation Systems installed approx 300off screw piles with loads varying from 300kn-750kn. Screw pile suitability confirmed via means of a static load testing on site as shown below.
Site Location: 
Darcy road, Westmead NSW
Testimonial: 
Australian Foundation Systems provided the alternative design and drove the concept prior to contract award. They then completed the works on site professionally and on time.
Bill Moller (Site Manager)