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DEEP FOUNDATIONS

Installation torque is commonly used as a field indicator of axial load capacity for helical deep foundations. Measured torque values help confirm that foundations meet design requirements before construction progresses. Photo Credit: Pier Tech Systems LLC
How Torque Monitoring Improves Load Verification in Helical Deep Foundations
Concrete forming systems directly influence surface finish quality and structural tolerances in foundation construction. Proper installation and bracing help ensure consistent load transfer once the concrete reaches design strength. Photo Credit: UFP Industries, Inc.
The Role of Wood-Based Concrete Forming Systems in Foundation Construction
Properly designed mat systems reduce ground bearing pressure by spreading concentrated crane and piling loads over a wider surface area. This helps prevent excessive settlement and uneven equipment platforms during pile driving. Photo Credit: Quality Mat Company
Optimizing Mat Usage in Piling Operations: Tips for Load Distribution and Ground Protection

MARINE CONSTRUCTION

Steel tubes are frequently used in bracing systems because they offer high torsional stiffness and perform efficiently under both tension and compression. These properties help limit lateral movement in marine structures. Photo Credit: BT Metal Sales and Fabrication, Inc.
How Steel Pipes and Tubes Support Lateral Stability in Marine Structures
Barges and tugboats serve as essential support assets in marine construction by transporting equipment, stabilizing work platforms, and enabling precise positioning on water. Their reliability directly affects construction schedules, safety performance, and project costs. Photo Credit: MOBRO Marine, Inc.
Tips for Selecting Reliable Barge and Tugboat Services in Marine Construction Projects
Saltwater intrusion accelerates corrosion in reinforced concrete and steel seawalls by introducing chlorides into structural elements. Effective waterproofing systems slow this process and extend service life in coastal environments.
Waterproofing Strategies for Seawalls and Bulkheads in Coastal Projects

GEOTECH ENGINEERING

Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBR)
Meeting the Power Grid Challenge: Quality Control for Transmission Foundations with TIP
Compaction Grouting Techniques for Soil Stabilization
ECA

GENERAL CONSTURCTION

Why 2026 is the Year to Exit Your Niche Construction Business
Cutting, Welding, and Cylinder Storage
Financing Survival Guide for Heavy Civil and Marine Contractors

STEEL PILING

Tropical hardwood timber piles are among the densest natural materials used in marine construction. This density provides excellent abrasion resistance but significantly increases handling and driving forces.
10 Tips for Handling, Transporting, Driving Tropical Greenheart Piles Piles on Marine Projects
Large-diameter steel pipe piles are commonly used in marine and heavy civil construction because they can transfer high axial and lateral loads to deeper, more stable soil layers. Their circular shape provides efficient structural performance in both soft and variable ground conditions. Photo Credit: NOKSEL ESPAÑA
Large-Diameter Steel Pipe Piles: What Contractors Should Know Before Installation
Large-Diameter Steel Pipe Piles: Applications in Harbor and Bridge Foundation Work

PROJECTS

Ensuring Drilled Shaft Quality with SQUID® Technology: A Case Study from Pennsylvania
Altamira Port Expands Dock with ShibataFenderTeam Systems
18-Inch Square Tubing Supports Spud Barge Construction

INDUSTRY NEWS

Michael Senior, P.E., Named Co-Chair of DFI’s Anchored Earth Retention Committee

Hawthorne, N.J. : Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) announces Michael Senior, P.E., Schnabel Engineering, as the new…

Steel Pipe Supply Update from Eagle Tubular Products for Marine Contractors

For more information, contact Eagle Tubular at 888-558-1702 or at [email protected].

Western Equipment Solutions Heads to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 with Redesigned Drilling Rigs

Western Equipment Solutions will be exhibiting at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, taking place March 3–7 in Las Vegas,…

The Bigfoot Pipe & Piling 2026 Big List Has Arrived!

The Big List Has Arrived!

Online Course on Working Platforms

One Month Away: Register Now The fact is that temporary working platforms for cranes and…

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