Foundations are a vital part of the construction of both large and small building structures. They sit at the lowest parts of those civil structures transferring loads to the soil. The main purpose of foundations is to provide stability to the new constructions, which is achieved by evenly distributing loads over a specific space.

The most common material in foundation pouring is concrete due to its durability, fire, and impact resistance, and insulation properties, among others. Other kinds of materials include stone, brick, and wood.

There are two types of foundations:

 Shallow: In this type of foundation, the building loads are poured near the surface of the soil. They are most commonly used for lighter structures such as residential houses, making it the most economical option when it comes to foundations. Among shallow foundations, we have strip footing, spread footing, cantilever footing, and raft or mat foundation.

Deep: this type of foundation transfers loads to deeper areas and it is used for heavier structures such as skyscrapers or shopping malls. The excavation works for deep foundations are more complex, which is why the implementation of the correct heavy machinery plays a significant role in the development of a project of this nature. We have 6 types of deep foundations: basement, buoyancy, caissons, cylinders, pile foundation, and drilled shaft foundation.

We understand the importance of foundation pouring. At AME, you can find the best heavy equipment that safely and effectively prepares and transfers concrete to footings on time. Our highly trained heavy machinery operators along with our experts in foundation pouring make the perfect team to secure prime results for your project. We are the best contractors in the area backed by our large number of completed projects.

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