Ground movement beneath a commercial building can lead to serious structural issues, from cracked walls and floors to damaged foundations.

When traditional underpinning or piling methods are considered, they often mean extensive excavation, long project timelines, and significant disruption to business operations.

The Geobear solution offers a fast, non-disruptive, and effective alternative to help solve these problems.

We provide a bespoke structural support solution that strengthens weak ground and helps to re-level a property. Our process involves injecting a specialised geopolymer material into the ground through small-diameter holes. This material expands, compacting the soil and increasing its bearing capacity.

With over 40 years of experience and more than 200,000 completed projects, we are a trusted partner in helping businesses maintain their structural integrity.

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PowerPile Geopolymer Pillars

This is a modern and extremely effective type of pile foundation. This unique structural support technology is patented by Geobear (formerly Uretek). PowerPile geopolymer pillars are suitable for both treating subsidence and for strengthening very weak ground. They offer the full support required for pile foundations while being a more efficient and less disruptive process than traditional piles.

To create the geopolymer pillars, narrow-diameter piles incorporating an expandable casing are inserted underground via small, up to 50mm, drill holes. A highly expansive geopolymer is injected inside the casing, creating a pile of up to 400 mm in diameter, which hardens almost immediately. PowerPile geopolymer pillars eliminate the need for costly and disruptive traditional piling, resulting in minimal mess and disruption.

Our process: A commitment to efficiency

1

Survey and Plan

Our expert engineers use laser levelling technology to accurately assess the extent of the ground movement. This allows us to create a precise, engineered injection plan tailored to your property’s needs.

2

Targeted Injections

We inject the geopolymer at specific points beneath your structure. The process is monitored in real-time, allowing us to control the injection precisely and ensure the desired outcome is achieved.

3

Controlled Lift and Ground Strengthening

The geopolymer expands with incredible force, compacting loose ground and providing a reliable foundation. This action helps to lift and re-level sinking floors and foundations.

4

Minimal Disruption

Since our solution requires no excavation, it can often be completed in as little as one day. This helps your business avoid the costly downtime and interruption associated with traditional methods.

Common challenges we solve

Sinking foundations

When the ground beneath your building's foundations loses its strength, it can cause the entire structure to settle.

 

Uneven floors

Sinking floors and cracked concrete slabs can impact safety and the use of equipment like forklifts.

 

Structural cracking

Cracks in walls, ceilings, and foundations are often signs of underlying ground movement.

 

Re-levelling

We can precisely re-level floors and foundations that have settled over time, helping to restore a building’s structural integrity.

Structural support case studies

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Ready to restore structural integrity?

If your commercial property is showing signs of structural damage, don't wait for the problem to get worse. Contact a Geobear expert today for a free site assessment and a quote. We'll help you find a proven solution to protect your business.

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