Concrete Services
Hollow Bar Anchors
A minimally invasive stabilization method.
Hollow steel bars drilled and grouted into place, create a structural connection with surrounding materials by means of friction at the grout interface.
An advantage of this method is the limited disturbance to surrounding conditions, allowing vulnerable areas to be reinforced without extensive excavation or reconstruction.
STRUCTURE STABILIZATION
Aging structures are often surrounded by infrastructure that did not exist when they were originally built. Soil nails offer a method of stabilization that works within the constraints of evolving site conditions and ongoing operations.
SLOPE RETENTION
Natural terrain is shaped over time by water, erosion, and gravity. These forces can leave slopes vulnerable to failure. Soil nail systems provide reinforcement that helps preserve long-term stability.
SUPPORT OF EXCAVATION
Temporary construction stages can create critical safety concerns in areas where stepped excavation is impossible. Soil nails facilitate ground support while securing site access and project sequencing.
INTEGRATED SYSTEM
While a powerful solution on its own, soil nails are frequently used alongside shotcrete to create a cohesive system designed around the physical and operational demands of the job.
What Sets Forcine Apart
- Minimizes disruption to surrounding operations
- Preserves surrounding terrains and landscapes
- Avoids lengthy excavation and reconstruction timelines
- Reduces costly downtime associated with remove-and-replace alternatives
- Adaptable to varied seismic and site conditions
Capabilities & Expertise
First implemented in France in the early 1970s, soil nailing has become a widely adopted method for reinforcing unstable conditions. In 2024, we added the technique to our service offerings through the acquisition of R&W Concrete Inc., a company with a reputation for technical rigor, curiosity, and excellence in specialty concrete work. We’ve expanded upon those capabilities through greater operational scale and structure.
Now working as one, our team delivers advanced soil nails solutions with greater speed and precision, improving safety on every job and raising the bar for performance in the field.
Related Stabilization Methods
There are many approaches to stabilization that share the same core principle: transferring load into surrounding material through drilled elements. Depending on site demands, we are also capable of employing these associated methods.
- Soil Nails
- Micropiles
- Tiebacks
Advanced Equipment
Soil nail drilling has a small equipment footprint, making it a strong choice for limited access scenarios.
- Drilling rigs
- Grout plant
Safety Controls
- PPE specific for high pressure grouting
- Inspection of all equipment prior to use
- Proper training for all drill operators
- Fall protection measures
- Awareness of underground utilities, surrounding structures, and soil stability
