Hot-dip galvanized photovoltaic support piles

What is hot dip galvanized steel?

After fabrication, the zinc was applied as a secondary operation where the driven piles be submerged in a bath of hot zinc as a secondary operation, and the resultant coating is ASTM 123, commonly referred to as “hot dip galvanized”. Hot dip galvanized steel has a life of over 40 years in typical soil conditions.

How are driven piles installed?

Driven piles are installed very quickly by pile drivers, of which there are several commonly used types such as the GAYK and Vermeer. Some of these machines are highly sophisticated, with GPS guidance and automated installation technology allowing installation of piles for very low cost, considerably below that of other foundations.

What is a g235 pre galvanized pile?

The use of thick pre galvanized coatings such as G235 (often used for sewage culverts and highway guard rails where thick galvanization is required) has created a much more cost effective roll formed driven pile, which has seen widespread adoption among quality leaders in the industry.

What makes Schletter a good PV mounting system?

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Are ballasted foundations a good option for helical piles?

Ballasted foundations are also good options for sites which would otherwise be good for helical piles or earth-screws if the ballasted foundations are as cost effective as the other foundations in these cases when the total of install cost, ballast cost, and system cost are calculated.

What is a helical pile?

A helical pile is a post shape with a pointed bottom and a large split disc near the bottom welded onto the post at an angle such that when the post is rotated the split disc will worm its way into the ground. The helical pile is typically hot dip galvanized with corrosion resistant zinc after fabrication.