Here at SPI Piling Ltd –
We offer a nationwide land and marine based service supported by a full design service for both temporary and permanent works. The involvement of design and operational staff produces the most cost-effective solutions that are then installed efficiently by our trained and experienced workforce. Our staff and workforce are focused and experienced at all levels.
Our Management and staff have a variety of civil engineering, geotechnical and specialist backgrounds and offer a completely customer focused approach with the ability to fully understand our client’s needs and expectations from conception through to completion.
We are aware of our corporate and social responsibilities and are committed to delivering the greatest possible local social-economic benefit through each contract we undertake. Our strategy to deliver this commitment is set out in our policy documents. We encourage the re-use of steel piles through our holding of around 3000 tonnes of stock at our yard for projects requiring temporary sheet piles and ‘sale and buy-back’ options. Steel piles sold through either of these services are used in limited period scenarios. We carry a wide range of trench sheet, sheet piles and steel sections for sale or hire by customers and contractors.
We provide cost effective solutions for all steel piling requirements whilst always maintaining a clear focus on Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality throughout the design process. In more specialised areas such as environmentally sensitive areas, areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), SSSI, Petrochemical, Rail, Highway and Marine/Coastal sectors we can provide designs to suit the criteria demanded by these projects. All designs are completed by experienced designers working to British Standards and EuroCodes.
Having worked on many major infrastructure projects across the UK, Such as Ports and Harbour installations in the Very north of Scotland, Queensferry crossing (Edinburgh), Mersey Gateway Bridge (Main Crossing temporary works 1100m Trestle bridge and 3 In River annulus Cofferdams), Highways England Smart Motorway installations Northern/ Central England, Numerous railway installations East/ West Coast Mainlines, Heathrow Terminals 5 & 2 you can rest assured be confident that we have the necessary in-house skills and experience for your project schemes. SPI Piling Ltd, has the benefit of a Parent Company, providing substantial benefits when it comes to UK/EU buying power.
Our Project cost range is widely varied and dependant on your specific requirements. SPI Piling regularly undertake works valued between £20k and £4M, and have previously undertaken individual contracts valued at £14M.
SUSTAINABILITY – JUST HOW SUSTAINABLE IS STEEL PILING
Europe’s largest steel sheet pile manufacturers have highlighted that steel piles can be reused between two and ten times without loss of any of their properties. Piles can be extracted from the ground, once they have served their purpose on a project, and can be reused on another site. Should a steel sheet pile have come to the end of its life it is 100% recyclable in an electric arc furnace enabling the material to be transformed into steel products that are of the same or enhanced quality.
ArcelorMittal was the first steel manufacturer to conduct a Life Cycle Assessment of its steel sheet piling products and it has also published an Environmental Product Declaration highlighting how seriously it takes its environmental responsibilities. We are a regular user of ArcelorMittal piles.
RECYCLING SHEET PILES THROUGH HIRING, SALES & BUY BACK FACILITIES
We encourage the re-use of steel piles through our holding of around 3000 tonnes of stock at our yard for projects requiring temporary sheet piles and ‘sale and buy-back’ options. Steel piles sold through either of these services are used in limited period scenarios. We carry a wide range of trench sheet, sheet piles and steel sections for sale or hire by customers and contractors.
Our inhouse designers make use of this facility to design projects using sections we hold wherever possible to offer the best economic benefit to clients. Piles and sections are delivered nationwide by either our in group haulage or external partners. We and our partners are fully registered to FORS and CLOCS standards.
STATEMENT ON SUPPLY, INSTALLATION & EXTRACTION
At SPI Piling Ltd, we offer a full supply, install, and extraction service for all types of steel and sheet piling using recognised suppliers or our 3000te + owned stock providing value for money to clients.
We encourage the re-use of steel piles by holding around 3000 tonnes of stock at our yard for projects requiring temporary sheet piles. We also offer a ‘sale and buy-back’ option. Steel piles sold through either of these services are used in limited period scenarios. We carry a wide range of trench sheet, steel and sheet piles for customers and contractors to buy or hire.
We use either our in group haulage or external partners to deliver nationwide. All are fully registered to FORS and CLOCS standards.
Sheet piles are suitable in many ground conditions and can be installed using vibratory, vibrationless or even percussive driving methods. Using our own specialist fleet of Telescopic Leader Rigs, Side Grip Technology, Silent Vibrationless and crane suspended equipment we offer installation and extraction in all sectors and applications for clients.
ABOUT SPI PILING LTD
Founded in 1999, as Steel Pile Installations Limited, SPI started out with their first ever ABI Telescopic Leader Rig “Zeppelin”. German built, the rig arrived in the UK and underwent a major overhaul to conform to UK construction industry requirements. It was delivered ready to work re-liveried in the colours we retain to this day.
This initial investment has continued ensuring that we maintain a modern and comprehensive fleet of driven piling plant and equipment. A E Yates Limited acquired SPI Piling in 2006 and enabled the company to grow. The acquisition of Appleton Piling in 2012 contributed to further sustainable growth. This all helped in establishing SPI Piling as a market leader in the steel piling sector.
CORPERATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
We are aware of our corporate and social responsibilities and are committed to delivering the greatest possible local social-economic benefit through each contract we undertake. Our strategy to deliver this commitment is set out in our policy document. The policy is interlinked with other company policies that encompass CSR, namely:
- Sustainability Policy
- Training Policy
- Diversity & Equal Opportunities policy
LEADER RIG INSTALLATION
SPI Piling Limited, own and operate a comprehensive fleet of modern Telescopic Leader Rigs, which can be fitted with a range of attachments to ensure that optimum performance and safety is achieved during sheet pile installation and extraction
The multi-functional Telescopic Leader Mast provides support for all attachments required for sheet pile driving, extracting, augering and static sheet pile pressing operations. This eliminates the requirement for traditional temporary works. In addition, the rigs have very short set up times (less than 30 mins from transport to operation configuration), and the tracked carrier system offers high mobility on all construction sites.
State of the art VV Technology and variable moment hammers ensure that vibration oscillations are reduced to a minimum. Consequently, a considerable reduction in vibration is achieved during pile installation and extraction.
SILENT & VIBRATION FREE PILING
The TOSA silent vibration free pile press enables piles to be installed and extracted in sensitive locations. Compact in size they are also ideally suited to height restricted sites such as inside buildings or under bridges. They hydraulically press piles into most soil types although, depending on ground stiffness/density, pre-augering or water jetting is sometimes required.
Following the installation of the first three or four piles from a reaction stand, the press travels along the installed piles using the reactionary force to press the next pile in (instead of using a hammering or vibratory action) creating very little noise or vibration. It is a self-travelling machine and does not need other machinery to assist it – apart from a crane that lifts the pile into the chuck of the pile press.
This installation methodology is common in densely built-up areas where basement construction is part of the wider construction project.
Hydraulic press attachments are also available for our Leader Rigs allowing greater outputs by installing piles in panels of four with no vibration
EXCAVATOR SIDE GRIP INSTALLATION
The Side Grip Hammer is attached to the end of the dipper arm of a 360º excavator (20te – 35te dependent on the unit being used). These units can be rotated vertically and horizontally offering high speed versatility in the correct applications.
The Side Grip hammer can grip each pile from the side and drive the pile into the ground meaning these machines can be ideal in height constrained situations. The hammer can also drive tubular piles and posts and into embankments.
The base machines can handle piles up to 12m long (longer piles may require additional plant in support or other considerations).
The Side Grip vibratory hammers are available in a range of sizes to suit various sizes of excavators
Pile accuracy is monitored via electronic instrumentation in the driver’s cab. Side Grip technology offers optimised operation producing higher productivity and significant savings.
STEEL PROPPING
Using various types of welding techniques our welders fabricate welded framing to support cofferdams, access jetties and other structures for both permanent and temporary requirements.
SPI Piling Limited, encourage the re-use of steel, holding circa 1000 tonnes of steel section stock at our yard for projects requiring temporary steel propping sections with a ‘sale and buy-back’ option. Steel sections sold through these services are used in temporary scenarios and we carry a wide range of sections for customers and contractors to buy or hire.
A Variety of bespoke temporary propping can be designed, fabricated and installed to any installation.
CONVENTIONAL INSTALLATIONS
SPI Piling Ltd are renowned for their expertise, working adjacent, or over water, for Heavy Marine Installations, or for temporary works for large scale highways/ network rail infrastructure requiring conventional installations.
Conventional installation permits the installation of steel piles in areas with difficult land access, or where platforms cannot be provided directly adjacent to the position of the piles being installed. This method is adopted where all modern methods of plant and equipment are unable to service the installation and involves careful planning and the use of large cranes, and crane suspended piling equipment.
Well-equipped from our own stocks we are well placed in the Market to provide this offering to all our clients where required, providing all the temporary materials and propping to enable this type of installation.
DESIGN
SPI Piling Limited, employ a specialist in house design team of Civil Engineers and Designers who can help you and your project from conception through construction to completion ensuring each project meets your requirements
We use industry standard design software packages to complete your designs. We provide cost effective solutions for all steel piling requirements whilst always maintaining a clear focus on Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality throughout the design process.
In more specialised areas such as environmentally sensitive areas, areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), SSSI, Petrochemical, Rail, Highway and Marine/Coastal sectors we can provide designs to suit the criteria demanded by these projects.
All designs are completed by experienced designers working to British Standards and EuroCodes.
SECTORS
Basement
Restricted access / Low Headroom
Marine Installation
Coastal Installation
Temporary Works
Flood Protection
Highways
Rail
Tunnels / Pipeline
Managing Director
Alan Smith
Alan’s leadership is characterised by delivering innovative solutions that meet SPI’s rigorous standards of quality and customer satisfaction. With 30 Years in the Civil Engineering & Construction Industry as an Engineer, his knowledge in the planning, management and delivery of high value complex projects along with his credentials in risk management and dispute avoidance are instrumental in navigating the complexities of the civil engineering sector.
His leadership at SPI Piling Ltd has flourished through strategic partnerships and meticulous project planning, with organisations from the early stages, ensuring operations run smoothly and projects, particularly in specialist piling and foundations, reach successful completion.
Operations Director
Richard Mercer
Richard’s Operational leadership skills have enabled SPI Piling Ltd to streamline operations and increase efficiency, resulting in significant cost savings and improved customer satisfaction. His commitment to Health & Safety within the industry ensures that the workforce go home safe each day and he is always available to help where he can no matter what time of day. With over 25 years operational experience within the Construction Industry, he has significant experience with the safe and productive management of all types of piling projects.
His leadership at SPI Piling Ltd has ensured that all projects are managed safely and productively from the start to finish, and he relishes in the opportunity to adapt and take on new challenges to meet the ever developing and innovative schemes which evolve over the years. He gets involved in all SPI Piling Ltd projects so that he can offer his advice throughout the project to ensure that the piling works are carried out to the satisfaction of our Clients to ensure that we maintain repeat business.
Commercial Director
Glenn Millership
With Over 25 years experience, and an extensive background as a Main Contractor, Glenn started out as a trainee QS and worked his way up the ranks while achieving a 1st Cass Hons degree in Quantity Surveying. His vast experience, understanding and knowledge of both the industry, common forms of contract and the people within it promotes a comfortable approach to the commercial management of SPI’s contracts but is driven by demonstrating value in terms of best cost and value for SPI Clients. Repeat business is essential in SPI’s eyes, therefore SPI are committed to work closely with our clients and pride themselves on providing our best service both operationally and commercially to provide best Value for our clients.
Alongside the other team members at SPI Glenn is often involved in Early Contract Involvement creating savings with clients, this also enables SPI to be upfront, open and honest at all times, with the ethos that this proactive approach then aids initial project cost Savings, furthermore this approach also helps mitigate the cost and time effects of changes within projects. Notwithstanding all of the above, and at the forefront is Glenn’s attributes of developing a good working relationship with our clients which is key to our success and long-term sustainability as Sheet Piling Contractor of choice.
