L.B. Foster H-Pile / Structural

Deep Foundation Applications

H-Piles are dimensionally square structural beams that are driven in the ground for deep foundation applications. Most soils at or near surface do not have the mechanical properties to support large buildings. As you go deeper into the earth’s geology, there are layers (bearing strata) capable of doing so. H-Piles are manufactured and designed to transfer structural loads to these good bearing soils.

H-Piles are also used in conjunction with sheet piles to add lateral stiffness and bending resistance where loads exceed the capacity of sheet piles alone.

H Pile Technical Data

 

Structural Steel Shapes

Structural shapes distributed by L.B. Foster Piling are rolled to conform to the latest ASTM Structural Steel Specification. Rolling and cutting tolerances shown in this catalog are in conformance with ASTM A6/A6M.

Weights of rolled sections are computed on the basis that one cubic foot of steel weighs 490 lbs. Weights have been calculated on theoretical dimensions and rounded to the nearest pound.

Rolling shapes involves factors such as roll wear, subsequent roll dressing, and temperature variations, which cause actual dimensions to vary slightly from the published dimensions, within the permissible ASTM tolerances. The radii of fillets and rounded edges are likely to change during the rolling process due to roll wear. The listed dimensions of k and k1 generally allow for these wear variations.

Derived design property values have been calculated from the theoretical dimensions, and generally rounded to three significant figures. Fillets have been included in computations of weights and properties.

Full dimension and properties information for the following will be available on our website in the future:
• W Shapes
• Channels (American Standard)
• MC Shapes

 

Information regarding the full line of L.B. Foster Piling products is currently available in our new Piling Catalog.

PILING ACCESSORIES

L.B. Foster Piling supplies everything you need to complete a project. From Coated Piles to Points and Splicers, Pile Connectors, Fabricated Corners and Joint Sealant, L.B. Foster Piling is your single source for Piling Accessories.
For specific more information please click on the following PDF links:
Points and Splicers
Pile Connectors
Fabricated Corners
Joint Sealant
Coatings

 

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Importance of the Ball and Socket Interlock System

L.B. Foster Z-Piling is produced with a Ball & Socket (B&S) interlock. The B&S permits flexibility upon setting, yet is extremely durable under driving conditions compared to other interlock systems. In addition, the B&S will outperform other systems in temporary, reuse applications.

All PZC Piling is produced with a Ball & Socket (B&S) interlock. The B&S permits flexibility upon setting, yet is extremely durable under driving conditions compared to other interlock systems. In addition, the B&S will outperform other systems in temporary and reuse applications. All PZC Sheet Pile sections interlock with each other.

Flat Sheet (PS) Piling Products

Compared to Z - Pile, PS sheet piles offer minimal beam strength. They are typically used for circular cell design. This application applies hoop stress to the sheets, which is transferred to the interlock. The PS Thumb & Finger (T&F) interlock is a three-point contact connection that provides superior pull strength to counter those forces.

Although circular cell design with flat sheets is considered old technology, it is a solid, proven application that is still used by today’s engineers. The OPEN CELL® design is an innovative concept that has taken this "old technology" into the 21st century. The OPEN CELL® trademark is used with the permission of PND Engineers, Inc.

PS Flat Sheet Pile Technical Data

PILING ACCESSORIES

L.B. Foster Piling supplies everything you need to complete a project. From coated piles to points and splicers, pile connectors, fabricated corners and joint sealant, L.B. Foster Piling is your single source for piling accessories.

For specific more information please click on the following PDF links:
Points and Splicers
Pile Connectors
Fabricated Corners
Joint Sealant
Coatings

 

Please click here to Request a Quote.