http://www.mkpiling.com/blog MK Piling has an enviable reputation in the UK construction industry. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:14:54 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Underpinning foundations can help deal with all kinds of soil conditions - and as the cold of winter gives way to the rainy days of spring, 'heaving' is one issue that you might encounter. Soil is subject to a lot of weather-related effects, and we recently told you about expansive soils, ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2012/02/underpinning-foundations-can-help-prevent-heaving/ CFA piles are a good option on sites where existing structures are located close to the area where piling is taking place. With many construction projects based on plots of land whose neighbouring units have already been developed, a non-invasive method of laying new foundations is increasingly important. CFA piles - or ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2012/01/cfa-piles-keep-compact-sites-vibration-free/ Concrete piles are still a strong support for any structure, despite recent reports to the contrary. The Hammersmith Flyover was closed in late December 2011, due to structural concerns, leading to reports of 'concrete cancer' in its supports. But the Mineral Products Association has pointed out that the problem was not in ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2012/01/concrete-piles-are-cancer-free/ Underpinning foundations is a good way to create stability in soils that are not stable enough to support structures on their own. Expansive soils are a particular cause for concern - these are where changes in moisture content can make the ground expand or contract by quite a large amount. Following a ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2012/01/underpinning-foundations-can-tackle-expansive-soils/ Sheet piling has many applications, from hiding a construction site against prying eyes, to keeping trespassers out and controlling access points. But another use for sheet piling is to protect the site against the elements, as interlocking piling can create a temporary or permanent wall around the edge. With wet weather likely ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2012/01/sheet-piling-keeps-construction-sure-footed/ Mini piling can help in construction work on previously developed sites, which may be surrounded by other developments that make access an issue. With compact mini piling rigs, tighter access routes can be made viable, while less room is needed on the site itself. Suburban environments are one example of where properties ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2011/12/mini-piling-helps-in-compact-redevelopments/ Mini pile foundations are the ideal option for construction where green and sustainable building standards must be met. Analyst IBISWorld predicts that "revenue will soar" among the leading sustainable building specialists in the coming five years. Regions with a higher concentration of residential properties are particularly expected to lead this resurgence in ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2011/12/mini-pile-foundations-perfect-for-green-building/ Foundation piling presents its own obstacles during the colder months, as the interaction between the foundations and the ground around them can change significantly - particularly during extended periods of sub-zero temperatures. If using concrete piles, for instance, pre-cast piles delivered from off-site can help to avoid the issue of the ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2011/12/foundation-piling-in-cold-weather/ Concrete piles are one of the most common types of piling. They are often used on construction jobs taking place on houses as well as other buildings, meaning that they have a wide range of use. There are quite a few advantages to using concrete piles, which is one of the ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2011/11/making-use-of-concrete-piles/ As you may well know, there are different types of piling available to suit different construction jobs. One of these types is sheet piling, which has a very specific purpose in construction. Read on to find out more. Typically, sheet piling is used to create a wall surrounding the area of ... http://www.mkpiling.com/blog/2011/11/what-is-sheet-piling/