GSG Foundations is a division of GSG Contracting Pty Ltd, a prominent Sunshine Coast Builder. GSG Foundations exists at the intersection point between a builder, a civil works contractor and a structural steel contractor. The fabrication and installation of screw piers truly is an interdisciplinary process.
GSG Foundations fabricates all screw piers locally, from Australian steel. GSG Foundations is third party certified to ISO9001 and AS4801 The fabrication and installation of screw piers truly is an interdisciplinary process therefore GSG Foundations offers a complete package of engineered design, local manufacture and fabrication, and installation of superior quality screw pier systems and related accessories for a variety of foundation needs. Our fabrication workshop, flexible and innovative installation equipment and commitment to ongoing excellence allow us to provide a range of solutions for projects of all sizes.
GSG Foundations fabricates all screw piers locally, from Australian steel and is third party certified to ISO9001 and AS4801.
What are screw piers?
A screw pier, also know as a screw pile, is a hollow tube of steel with one or more engineered steel plates welded to a steel shaft in strategically placed locations. Using hydraulic rotary equipment, the piles are literally screwed into the ground.
What applications are screw piers used for?
Residential construction
Multi residential and towhhouse construction
Electrical and infrastructure towers
Bridging footings over existing underground services
Solar farms
Decks and retaining walls
Swimming pools
What are the advantages of using screw piers?
Steel screw piers are more cost effective than any other foundation type. They are also the fastest to install and leave the smallest environmental footprint. They also:
require no excavation, which means soil remains undisturbed. This also means no spoil is produced.
can be used within diverse soil conditions
are solid enough for heavy load to be applied immediately after they are installed
create no noise pollution during installation
are completely removable and reusable
can be installed in all weather conditions
are extremely versatile and can be used in limitless applications
are ideal for underpinning internal & under building jobs
