Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Boardwalk
Engineered Projects
The engineered solution for creating solid foundations without disturbing soils, water flows, or sensitive environments
The Diamond Pier is commonly specified for low impact construction in parks, preserves, campuses and public spaces. The system’s non-destructive technology allows boardwalks, platforms, decks, overlooks, pavilions, bridges and stairways to be built with minimal site disturbance. Diamond Pier is extremely labor-efficient and only hand tools are needed. Learn more about how the Diamond Pier can support your unique project needs.
Pin Foundations, Inc. offers project support and engineering for designers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers and landscape architects.
Diamond Piers used for commercial / public-use projects are typically specified based on project-specific soils and loading information. Our Project Services specifies the appropriate Diamond Pier model for your project. Engineer-sealed submittals are available when required.
Not sure if your project needs site-specific engineering?
When an engineer-sealed submittal is required, for loads beyond the published load chart or when site soils are outside of what is described on the published load chart, we offer Project Services to specify the right Diamond Pier for the project.
What is required for our work?
- Geotechnical report including site information, soil description - phi angle, unit weight, cohesion, N-values, etc.
- Structural engineering information – bearing, uplift and lateral point loads
With this information, PFI returns a project-specific Manufacturers Capacity Report which shows the Diamond Pier model specified to meet project requirements Engineer-sealed submittals are available when required
Specialized Applications for Diamond Pier Foundations
Diamond Pier is specified for specialty projects requiring innovative foundation solutions such as:
- Flood zones – adaptable foundation solutions designed to provide stability in flood / estuarial areas
- Difficult project access / installation in the Critical Root Zone (CRZ) – very low impact design, relatively light weight components, very little excavation and installation with hand tools provides advantages in wooded areas or nearby heritage trees
- Temporary installations – easy to remove, reuse and recycle
Solid and Secure. Low Impact, Green Solution. Easy and Labor Efficient. Smarter, Proven Technology.
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