GeoStabilization International® provides full-spectrum geohazard mitigation services for public and private communication infrastructure.
The company supports communication infrastructure owners and operators with new builds, ongoing maintenance, emergency repairs, ground improvement, underpinning foundation strengthening, and more.
Thanks to its highly skilled engineers and large fleet of advanced limited-access equipment, the company is able to deliver industry-leading emergency solutions with unrivaled success rate and safety record.
An industrial tramway manufacturer contracted GeoStabilization International® to construct the underpinning foundation for two tramway towers in a remote mountain area.
The rugged limited access terrain made it impossible for traditional equipment to reach the site. Conventional tower and transmission line foundations were likewise ill-suited for the project, mainly due to the lack of water and concrete batch plants as well as unknown subsurface conditions.
Since conventional methods were not feasible, GeoStabilization used helicopters to bring its proprietary Launched SuperMicropiles™ and a fleet of limited-access drill rigs to the site.
GeoStabilization’s SuperMicropiles™ are the next step in the evolution of micropile technology. Micropiles are grouted pile foundations that typically measure less than 12 inches in diameter. They normally feature a casing and/or a center bar for reinforcement. To construct a micropile, GeoStabilization’s technicians first drill a borehole and insert the steel before adding pressure grouting with neat-cement grout.
The SuperMicropiles™ are specifically designed to reach depths of 160 feet and withstand axial and lateral loads and ground movement. As a result, these systems provide exceptional bearing support to retaining walls and other structures.
Launched SuperMicropiles™ installation is also much faster and more economical than that of conventional alternatives. GeoStabilization’s technicians can often install SuperMicropiles™ in challenging environments with minimal site disturbance and more quickly than conventional foundations in standard-access sites.
Thanks to its specialized limited-access equipment, GeoStabilization International® can install micropile foundations and ground anchor systems in any location, soil type, and subsurface conditions.
Possible use cases include:
Micropiles can serve as a substitute for conventional piles or as part of a composite soil/pile mass. The installation causes minimal noise and vibration, making micropiles especially well-suited for low-headroom conditions and existing basement facilities. High-performance ground anchors can also repair existing cantilevers and reinforced retaining walls with signs of distress.
GeoStabilization International® is North America’s leader in ground improvement and underpinning foundation strengthening for communication infrastructure.
The company stockpiles materials nationwide and maintains 24/7 response capacity across the U.S. and Canada. This allows it to handle any emergency in addition to project management support, routine maintenance, and non-urgent repairs.
Seamless communication and alignment are guaranteed. Regardless of the project, GeoStabilization’s highly skilled crews become a seamless extension of its clients’ operational, engineering, and asset management staff.
Call 855-579-0536 to discuss your needs and learn more about GeoStabilization’s geohazard mitigation solutions. No-cost, no-obligation rapid site assessment is available.
If you are interested in a no-obligation site visit to determine if our services fit your geohazard mitigation needs, call us at 855-579-0536 or fill out our contact form.
