Soil Nail Launcher

Revolutionizing Soil Stabilization with Soil Nail Launcher™

Welcome to Access Limited, where cutting-edge technology meets soil stabilization. We utilize our affiliate's, GeoStabilization International's, Soil Nail Launcher™, an innovation originally designed by the British military, has evolved into a groundbreaking solution for advanced soil nailing technology. Elevate your construction projects with the Soil Nail Launcher™ and experience the pinnacle of efficiency and performance.

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How the Soil Nail Launcher™ Works

The Soil Nail Launcher™ operates as a compressed air cannon, propelling a 1.5-inch (38mm) diameter, 20-foot (6.5m) long steel or fiberglass tube at an astounding speed of 250 miles per hour (400 kph) in a single shot. This revolutionary technology induces tensile stresses in each tube, counteracting compressive stresses induced by displaced soil, preventing nail buckling.

The high-installation velocity creates a shock wave at the nail tip, displacing adjacent soil as the nail penetrates. Soil collapse onto the bar occurs in a relatively undisturbed state, resulting in pullout capacities up to 10 times that of traditional driven or vibrated rods or tubes. Moreover, soil nailing enhances soil density in the nailed area, a significant advantage over conventional open-hole drilling techniques.

Launched Soil Nails can be perforated for horizontal drainage and pore water pressure relief, providing continuous axial capacity and drainage within the same element. Alternatively, perforated nails can be pressure grouted with various materials to enhance bond capacity and soil properties. Once pressure grouted, an epoxy-coated inner bar can be installed, creating robust, corrosion-resistant SuperNails®.

The Soil Nail Launcher™ is versatile, typically mounted on a modified tracked excavator but adaptable to vehicles, long-reach excavators, or crane basket frames. Weighing approximately 2 tons (1.8 metric tons), it is portable and capable of reaching remote locations. With full articulation, it navigates around overhead wires, underground utilities, and guard rails seamlessly.

Advantages of Launched Soil Nails

The Soil Nail Launcher provides instant stabilization, enhancing the structural integrity of the soil in a swift and efficient manner.

With its compressed air cannon technology, the Soil Nail Launcher achieves high installation velocities, ensuring rapid progress and increased productivity on construction sites.

Offers low-impact access, making it ideal for deployment in various terrains and remote locations. Its portability allows for flexibility and adaptability to challenging environments.

A cost-effective solution, providing a faster and more efficient alternative to traditional drilling methods. Its high production rates contribute to overall project cost savings.

Tests confirm that the nail/soil bond achieved surpassing that of conventional drilling methods, ensuring a strong and durable connection between the soil and the installed nails.

The launcher is adaptable to different equipment configurations, typically mounted on a modified tracked excavator but also compatible with vehicles, long-reach excavators, or crane basket frames, offering versatility in project setup.

Weighing approximately 2 tons and featuring portability, the Soil Nail Launcher can reach remote locations, extending its application to areas where traditional methods may face logistical challenges.

The launcher unit's full articulation capability allows it to navigate around obstacles such as overhead wires, underground utilities, and guard rails, ensuring precision in soil nailing operations.

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Discover the Future of Soil Stabilization with Access Limited's Soil Nail Launcher™

Experience stability, efficiency, and innovation like never before. Access Limited is proud to lead the way in soil nailing technology, ensuring your projects reach new heights. For more information on our groundbreaking Soil Nail Launcher™, contact us today. Trust Access Limited for advanced solutions in soil stabilization.

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