On site precast plant

[elpoblano]

Could someone update me in the basic layout and requirements for on-site precast plants producing piles?

I have read Chaper 4 of ACI543R-00 "Design, Manufacture and installation of Concrete Piles", but it is not very clear on the basic requirements, other than certification.

Thank you,

 

[BigH]

Sneak off and go visit some operational ones! The layout would depend on a number of things near the forefront which would be the production rate that you require. For 10 piles/day, you layout would differ than if you had to produce 40 piles per day. Has to do with the precast beds.

 

[SlideRuleEra]

Another factor would be the type project - for a bridge, the piles may be loaded on barges. For an industrial plant or building, on-site trucking is more likely.

http://www.SlideRuleEra.net

 

[Zambo]

I assume the piles are prestressed, if so the anchorage foundations will be significant.