In order for any major construction to be successfully undertaken, there is an obvious need for the use of survey equipment and commonly utilised construction tools such as piling, shoring and formwork; all of which are crucial for the majority of building works undertaken worldwide today. Very few projects can be undertaken without a survey and survey equipment is becoming increasingly technologically advanced, so, that the margin of error is significantly reduced and building is becoming ever more an exact science. When it comes to the actual construction of buildings, another key component is the various pieces of equipment that are utilised in the planning and construction of buildings such as formwork, piling, stoppers and shoring. Some of the world’s biggest construction undertakings such as Wembley stadium and Heathrow’s new T5 Terminal required the use of top of the range survey equipment and the additional elements of shoring, piling, formwork and stoppers.
Survey Equipment - Taking a Closer Look at the Equipment Used
Obviously, when it comes to survey equipment, the most commonly utilised pieces of equipment tend to be measuring devices that facilitate the layout of construction projects. With the actual construction process itself, equipment such as shoring, piling, formwork and stoppers are needed to complement the use of survey equipment. Taking a closer look at these will help showcase their importance in the construction industry:
Piling plays a major role in many major construction projects and most building sites will require piling equipment at some point or other during their build. Just some of the most commonly utilised forms of piling equipment includes air hammers, crane mounted vibrators and concrete pile breakers.
Just as imperative as survey equipment in the construction process is that of shoring equipment which is made up of tools such as hydraulic bracing struts, trench sheets and box systems.
It goes without saying that any major construction undertaking will require some sort of formwork in order for the building to be completed. Formwork is the base for most building forms and includes elements such as steel soldiers, anchors and struts; all of which are imperative in the construction of buildings.
Looking For Survey Equipment, Shoring or Piling Equipment? Speak to Groundforce
Groundforce are one of the UK’s leading suppliers to the construction industry and offer everything from survey equipment to formwork, piling equipment and stoppers. Groundforce boast over 20 years of experience in the construction field and pride themselves on their enviable portfolio of products and services. Groundforce are also pleased to offer a comprehensive technical support service for their survey equipment and variety of products and services. To find out more about the formwork, piling equipment and range of services on offer from Groundforce, just call 0800 000 345 or email groundforce@vpplc.com.
