Shoring Around Existing Structures
Project: Shore and excavate to expose existing fuel storage tanks as necessary to facilitate modifications to piping and tank top. Challenge: Shoring around existing underground structures presents unique challenges. These challenges are compounded when the structures are made of fiberglass and contain 60,000 gallons of fuel. Work in the main access to a facility where 30 semi […]
Shoring Safe Entry
Project: Shore an excavation to facilitate underground fuel tank installation adjacent to multi story buildings. Challenges: Because of the proximity to a multi-story building, and the overall size of the proposed excavation, it was necessary to design and install a shoring system which would provide lateral support to the adjacent structure, protect workers, and provide sufficient maneuverability […]
Shoring High Groundwater
Project: Replace underground fuel tanks and install brine system to support facility operations center. Challenge: This multi-story facility is located in an area of high ground water (2’ bsg) requiring installation of specialized shoring and constant water control measures. Of greater challenge was the proximity of our work to the surgical and maternity centers of this major […]
