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 […]
Screw piles are known for being one of the most versatile foundation solutions for a variety of projects. They work in conditions that many other foundation types simply can’t withstand, including sand, water, and flood-prone regions. They’re fast and easy to install, and weather-independent. And they provide a low-carbon, low-impact alternative to traditional concrete foundations. […]
Screw piles are a durable and versatile foundation solution. Suitable for use in a variety of projects and condition types, they are screwed into the ground to support the load of a structure. The steel shaft with helical flights bite into the ground, enabling installation without excavation or the use of additional materials to hold […]
Screw piles have become a common feature of the construction site. Ideal for providing a secure foundation where more traditional methods simply aren’t appropriate, they’re easy to use, cost-effective, and fast. But while screw piles have become a go-to for the likes of solar arrays, garden rooms, and home extensions, that’s not the limit of […]
Screw piles are fast becoming one of the most commonly used means of securing solar arrays. They’re cost-effective, easy and fast to install, and they work in a wide variety of ground conditions. But one of the main concerns that solar project managers should be concerned with is “uplift”. The design of solar arrays makes […]