Dolphin Installation
The GeoSS Guidelines emphasize several critical factors for successful installation:
Jacked piling, also known as hydraulic jacking, involves pushing precast or spun piles into the ground using static hydraulic force rather than dynamic impact. This method is particularly suitable for Singapore’s urban environment, where noise and vibration from traditional driven piles could damage adjacent structures. The GeoSS Guidelines emphasize several critical factors for
To confirm the design assumptions, GeoSS Guidelines on Pile Load Testing recommend: : In areas like the Jurong Formation or
The Geotechnical Society of Singapore (GeoSS) has established a Guideline on Jacked Piles to standardize the installation of jacked foundation piles, a method favored in Singapore for its vibration-free and low-noise characteristics. : In thick layers of soft ground, displacement
: In areas like the Jurong Formation or Bukit Timah Granite , varying rock profiles can lead to "short piles" if boulders or hard layers are encountered unexpectedly. 3. Machine Stability and Safety
: Allowable pile top settlements are typically limited to 15mm at 1.5 times WL and 25mm at 2.0 times WL .
: In thick layers of soft ground, displacement piles can cause significant ground movement. Designers must evaluate the need for pre-boring or relief holes to mitigate heave and lateral soil displacement.