By Stop Digging
Project: Sales Office
Location: Rangitahi Peninsular - Raglan
What’s different about StopDiggings foundation methods?
Our groundscrew system as a whole is designed to be portable, quick and clean. This is generally the opposite of most foundation methods. The lack of ground disturbance and speed of installation means we are also extremely cost effective.
Why use this kind of method?
Simply put, Groundscrews are a superior solution for a shallow pile foundation. They save time, eliminate ground disturbance, waste and the associated site run off and pollution. They are also designed to last longer than a timber pile, and have the advantage of being easily removable and recyclable – they are therefore perfect for temporary applications also.
Is this an Environmentally friendly alternative?
Our ISO9001 certified design / manufacture / distribution and installation process has a lower carbon footprint than concrete for sure. The removal of the need for excavation on site and the associated logistics and mess of transporting fill away and getting concrete in are also eliminated. According to the MBIE there has been an issue in some parts of New Zealand with run off from building sites getting into the stormwater system and affecting the ecosystems in rivers and estuaries – although we are never going to stop using concrete in construction, it makes sense to use an alternative solution where possible!
More information about Stop Digging and the project can be found here.