Why screw foundations should be the standard

Always sustainable basis for solid (up)construction of sun protection projects

Screw foundations provide a simple and solid foundation for a variety of construction projects in the awning industry, including porches, canopies, conservatories and gazebos. In this article, Camile Gisbers, sales director at FIRST BASE Ground Screws, shares useful insights on the efficient application and wide applicability of their screw foundations.

FIRST BASE - located in Uden (NBr.) - has specialized in providing screw foundations that can be installed quickly and without much extra work. Using these foundations eliminates the need for digging, soil disposal, or pouring concrete. "The installation process is simple: the foundations are driven into the ground like large screws using a manual or electric screw-in machine," Camile explains.  

These screw foundations are suitable for almost all types of soil, including sand, clay and peat soils. Our company offers different types of screw foundations depending on the type of soil and the bearing capacity required, resulting in different diameters and lengths of screws. "This makes it possible to offer the right foundation for every project," Camile said.

Consulting

Besides supplying screw foundations, the company also likes to see itself in an important advisory role. In projects where permits are required, FIRST BASE can think along from the beginning. "We have our own structural engineers who, based on the right data, can make calculations for the necessary diameter and length of the screw foundations," Camile adds. This expertise enables the company to not only supply products, but also provide the necessary underpinning for municipalities and clients.

Sustainability

Another significant advantage of screw foundations is sustainability. "Unlike traditional concrete foundations, screw foundations offer the possibility of circular and modular construction. They are reusable and at the end of their service life, the steel can be recycled," Camile stressed.

The company in Uden focuses its screw foundations on installers of canopies and verandas, but is also ready with advice to ensure that customers make the right choice for their own specific situation. Camile emphasizes the importance of good advice: "Every type of soil requires a different approach; sandy soil requires a shorter screw pile, while peaty soil requires a longer one. We are there to guide our customers through these decisions. In short, we stand for total solutions. From delivery to final execution and everything in between: the foundation must always be in order. Unconditional!"

About FIRST BASE in Uden

The innovative company offers high-quality screw foundations to easily provide a variety of projects - including in the awning industry - with solid foundations inside and outside the Netherlands. FIRST BASE screw foundations have been developed by experienced engineers in close cooperation with scientists and steel producers. The company manufactures, supplies and installs screw foundations and related accessories. The screw foundations are easily installed using the electric, pneumatic or hydraulic screw-in tools also provided by FIRST BASE. Whether you want to build on clay, peat, loam, or sandy soil, the screw foundations by definition guarantee a solid and safe foundation.