ABSTRACT
There are a number of different types of piling which are available for use in clffering situations. Selection of the most suitable type of piling for a particular site will depend on a number offacIDrs including the physical conditions Ikely to be encountered during driving, the loads to be carried, the design of superstructure, etc. The most commonly used systems are included in this section It is essential that a thorough and adequate site Investigation Is carried out to ascertain details of the ground slrata and bearing capacities to enable a proper assessment to be made of the most suitable and economical type of piing to be adopted. There are so many facIDrs, apart from design considerations, which in1k.Jence the cost of piling that it is not possible to give more than an approximate indication of costs. To obtain reliable costs for a particular contract advice should be sought from a company specialising in the particular type of piling proposed. Some Specialist Contractors will also provide a design service if required.
