Screw piles are ideal for many applications within the oil and gas industry. They are rugged and easy to install, which makes them ideal for use in remote or congested locations. With a strong resistance to vibration or cyclic loading, screw piles can be placed under pump jacks and compressor stations or installed for pipeline buoyancy control. This flexible foundation option is also surprisingly easy to remove. This makes screw piles a particularly attractive option for projects that face strict reclamation requirements.
Common energy sector applications include:
Energy Sector Challenge |
Almita's Solution |
| Time Sensitivity | Fast, Accurate Analysis Almita’s engineers typically turn a project from concept to fabricated product in mere days. High Speed Production Advanced semi-automated manufacturing equipment enables rapid production of high volumes. Almita also maintains a stock of pre-fabricated piles that are common to these types of applications. Rapid Installation Almita’s specialized field equipment enables safe and efficient installation of screw piles where and when you want it done. Click here to view an installation. |
| Diverse Design Needs | Providing Customized Solutions Almita’s in-house engineers and technicians use geotechnical data and load requirements to custom design each pile to meet the unique needs of the energy sector. |
| Strict Reclamation Requirements |
Completely Removable Although they are typically used as permanent foundations, screw piles are easily screwed back out of the ground at the end of a project, leaving little environmental impact. |
| Remote or Restricted Locations |
Advanced Equipment Almita’s diverse fleet of installation equipment allows for efficient, precise installation over the demanding range of temperatures and terrains found in North America. |
| Co-Existing with Landowners | Minimal Disturbance Installing Almita screw piles requires very little equipment thereby reducing the environmental footprint. Almita’s installation process produces next to no noise or vibrations, minimizing the disruption of sensitive environments. |
More Information
For more information about using screw piles in the Oil & Gas Industry, please email or contact us.
Scott Maguire
EnCana Corporation