There are so many choices when you’re building a new home. Perhaps today more than ever. You’re no longer limited to bricks and mortar, and with increasing focus on smarter and faster builds, and more sustainable structures, the option of prefabricated and modular housing comes into the mix. They offer efficiency, precision, and reduced environmental […]
Home extensions can be tricky. It doesn’t matter if you’re planning a single-storey kitchen or a double-height extension; you need to get your foundations right. But you need to do that without disturbing the foundations of the existing structure, and damaging fences or impacting your neighbours isn’t always easy. Especially if the ground conditions are […]
Building in natural environments can be challenging. Whether it’s a footbridge across a wetland or a boardwalk through a forest, the goal is always the same: to create access while preserving the surrounding ecosystem. With traditional construction methods, you typically find yourself causing damage to the surrounding area, whether through excavation, concrete pouring, or the […]
There’s a huge demand for renewable energy right now, and it’s only going to grow. Both energy suppliers and governments are prioritising sustainability, and solar energy is playing a big part in that. But for solar to provide the long-term energy solution the world needs it to be, solar fields need to have the right […]
The world is quickly moving towards full scale renewable energy adoption. As such, solar farms are becoming increasingly common. There are over 1,300 operational solar farms in the UK, with many more in the planning or construction stages. They’re taking over brownfield sites, ex-agricultural land, hilly terrain, and even former landfills. This variety of conditions […]
As green energy uptake accelerates globally, there’s a growing need for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). An essential part of the sustainable energy infrastructure, they ensure frequency regulation, load shifting, and backup power. But for BESS systems to continue to deliver as required, they need a durable and scalable infrastructure, including suitable foundations. Screw piles […]
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have become a critical part of the UK’s energy infrastructure. Essential for ensuring grid reliability through the increasing uptake of renewables, there are currently more than 160 BESS sites across the UK. These sites need to be durable, secure, and ideally sustainable. And that’s why screw piles (also known as […]
Screw piles, also known as helical piles, have long been used to provide foundations for a variety of construction projects. Their low impact, high load-bearing capabilities make them ideal for deployment in areas where other foundation types would struggle. Consequently, they are becoming the foundation of choice for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Here’s why. […]
Screw piles (AKA helical piles) are swiftly becoming a mainstay of the renewable energy industry. Strong, durable, and flexible, they are capable of being deployed in a wide range of ground conditions. Providing a stable foundation for various types of structures, including solar panel installations, wind turbines, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). So, with […]
Screw piles have been used for multiple applications over the years. Versatile, durable, and cost-effective, they’re capable of being deployed in a wide range of conditions, many of which would be unsuitable for other foundation types. But recently, there’s one area where screw piles have proven themselves particularly invaluable, and that’s within the renewable energy […]