Utility Patent for Transmission Structure Foundations

June 13, 2023

Howard A. Perko, Ph.D., PE[1] MAGNUM® Piering, Inc.  has secured another patent. This patent applies to pile supported steel foundations for power transmission.  US Patent 2023/0140266 A1. This utility patent…

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News Blog Foundation

Piering And The Science Of Foundation Material

June 13, 2019

Building a foundation is a task that must factor a wide range of potential variables. There are innumerable things that must be accounted for. This very much includes the make-up…

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Helical Piles

History Of Helical Piles

June 5, 2019

In our previous blog post, we went back to the basics of helical piles or piers (though the terms are often used interchangeably, there can be technical differences depending on…

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Summer Heat Foundation

Preparing Your Foundation For Summer Heat

May 30, 2019

MAGNUM® Piering offers products and services to aid in preparing your foundation for summer heat. Different areas have different climates, and different climates mean different types of soils and other…

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Helical Piles

The Basics of Helical Piles

May 22, 2019

MAGNUM® Piering provides a wealth of information for industry professionals. Our helical pile products and resources are largely geared toward design professionals and engineers. Part of the reason why we…

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Webinars

Education Seminars

May 13, 2019

MAGNUM® Piering offers Education Seminars both in person  and virtual. We have expert knowledge in the application and design of helical piles and steel push piers. It is our desire…

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Foundation Repair

Reasons For Foundation Failure

May 9, 2019

Knowing the reasons for foundation failure can help you prevent the need for foundation repair it in the future. In this post, we will explore some of the most common…

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New Home

Costly Foundation Construction Mistakes to Avoid

October 15, 2018

There is an old saying that talks about the importance of a good foundation. Whether you’re talking about it in a construction sense or using it as a metaphor for…

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Safer Construction Site

Tips for a Safer Construction Site

August 16, 2018

Working in construction can be dangerous business. To keep workers safe, steps need to be taken to minimize the risk of injury. With heavy machinery and materials inseparable from construction…

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soil erosion

What Soil Erosion Can Do To A Foundation

August 2, 2018

  Foundation failure can be caused by the shifting of soil underneath a structures foundation. This soil movement can be caused by a variety of factors. One of the most…

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Welding Helical Pile

What To Look For In A Manufacturer

July 31, 2018

  For any business having the right supplies and equipment is vital. That’s why it is essential for these businesses to know what to look for in a manufacturer. They…

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Sandy Soil

Building A Foundation On Sandy Soil

July 23, 2018

  When constructing a residential or commercial building on dense sand is difficult. It can bring a variety of challenges. Sandy soil has naturally shifting characteristics. Drainage through sandy soil…

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