Think outside concrete build concrete-free with Surefoot WA
Engineered cyclonic tie down & footing system
Cost effective & time saving
No waiting for concrete cure time
Immediate use after installation
No more tie-downs
or pull out tests
Eco-friendly and
sustainable
No escavation or removal of spoil from site
Ideal for remote sites with limited access
Industries and Applications
Modular Buildings
Enhance your modular building projects with Surefoot’s concrete-free footings for a faster, stronger, and more sustainable foundation solution
Solar Farms
Surefoot simplifies solar farm installations in remote areas where concrete is costly and hard to access, helping you save time and money on your next project.
Dome Shelters
Surefoot’s exceptional uplift capacities make it the perfect foundation solution for securely anchoring dome shelters & with our hybrid system no additional tie-downs required!
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Simple, Straight Forward
Installation
1. Engineering Assessment Engineers assess soil conditions and structural requirements to determine the optimal Surefoot configuration.
2. Footing Placement The Surefoot plate is positioned, and the piles are driven into the ground using a jack hammer.
3. Structure Attachment The structure is secured to the Surefoot base using bolts, welding or custom connectors.
4. Completion Once installed, the system is ready to support the structure immediately, with no waiting for curing or settling.
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Indicative
Capacity Table
Explore the estimated load-bearing capacities of the Surefoot system
Installation
Manual
Learn more about Surefoot installation or try it yourself with our DIY guide!
Surefoot WA is the exclusive supplier of the innovative Surefoot concrete-free footing throughout Western Australia.
We are committed to providing an engineered, durable, sustainable, and cost-effective revolutionary footing solution.
Our team of experts is dedicated to exceeding your expectations. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including:
High-quality Footings
Explore our range of concrete-free footings, fully & semi-adjustable systems and connection detail, designed to meet the specific needs of your project.
Professional installation
Our experienced and qualified team can handle installations of all sizes and complexities, ensuring a fast & efficient installation. Reduce the burden of your footing project and allow us to manage it for you!
DIY support
For those who prefer a self-installation approach, Surefoot WA provides all the necessary support and guidance you will need to complete your project.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
WHAT IS SUREFOOT MADE OF?
All Surefoot pile caps are fabricated using 350+ grade plates with variable thickness, starting with the T150 at 4mm thick to the S600 at 10mm thick, the driving guides are custom made to suit the micropiles.
WHAT IS A MICROPILE?
All Surefoot pile caps are fabricated using 350+ grade plates with variable thickness, starting with the T150 at 4mm thick to the S600 at 10mm thick, the driving guides are custom made to suit the micropiles.
WHICH MICROPILES CAN BE USED?
The size of our micropiles is a standard 32 Nominal Bore pipe with a minimum gauge of 2.6mm, although thicker gauges can be selected. They come in Hot Dipped Galvanized finish.
WHAT ARE THE MAXIMUM LOADS OF SUREFOOT?
The Surefoot loads are determined using the relevant Australian Standards calculations. Surefoot can receive loads of up to 36 Tonne depending on the model. Further capacities can be achieved by combining models in groups and joining with steel sub frames. Surefoot is one of the only systems that has the capacity to resist high bending moments which means that it can be used for many purposes beyond typical construction such as communication towers, masts and wind turbines.
WHAT IS THE CORROSION CAPACITY OF SUREFOOT?
Depending on soil and environment characteristics, the minimum life span of a Surefoot system is over 50 years.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO INSTALL?
The smallest T150 and S250 caps can be installed in as little as 10 minutes, the larger high capacity caps S500 and S600 take between 30 and 45 minutes. Imagine, a complete foundation for a home installed in under a day with construction commencing on the same day.
WHAT EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED TO INSTALL?
A standard jackhammer with a rating of 45 Joules is the main tool required to intall Surefoot. Please read our Installation Manual to see all of the equipment required to install.
INSTALLATION ON SLOPED SITES?
It’s not necessary to level the land to build with Surefoot. Surefoot simplifies the construction process and adapts to the land without increasing costs. Surefoot can add value to heavily sloped sites that were traditionally prohibitively and costly to build upon.
AVOIDING EXISITING INFRASTRUCTURE AND CABLING?
When installing Surefoot in dense urban and industrial areas, it is prudent to contact “Dial before you dig” and have plans of existing infrastructure before installation commences. If this is not available, cabling and pipes can be located with a basic CAT scanner. Once located there are two options, change the location or position of Surefoot to avoid the infrastructure or use a 2way, 3way or an 8pile Surefoot model to change the driving directions of the micro piles or to have multiple sleeve options for installation.
AVOIDING SERVICES, OBSTACLES AND BOUNDARY CONDITIONS?
By using the Surefoot 2way, 3way or 8pile bases with the correct micro pile directions or multiple sleeve options, installation can avoid known obstacles such as foundations of existing building boundary conditions of the allotment.
CAN SUREFOOT BE USED IN LOOSE SANDS/SOFT CLAYS?
Depending on the applied loadings, Surefoot can be used in many applications on soils with low capacity. Our system allows for the use of micropile extensions to drive the piles further to a soil layer with a higher resistance value
CAN SUREFOOT BE USED IN REACTIVE SOIL SITES?
Our engineering team can determine the appropriate pile embedment to minimize the impact of seasonal movement in soils by referring to each soil test.
CAN SUREFOOT BE USED IN ROCKY SOILS?
Our contracted engineers can assess the best footing solution for soils with rock layers, depending on the applied loadings and the type of rock encountered. You can read our Rock Policy in our installation manual
CAN SUREFOOT BE USED IN SALINE OR ACIDIC SOILS?
Surefoot pile caps can be manufactured in stainless steel for use in marine or very aggressive soil environments. They can also be coated with marine-grade coatings to further protect them from corrosion.
IS SUREFOOT CERTIFIED TO THE AUSTRALIAN BUILDING CODE?
When required, a Registered Engineer or practitioner will certify the footing system by providing computations, layout plan, and certificate of compliance to the Australian Building Code.
HAS SUREFOOT BEEN TESTED?
The product has been officially tested to European, Australian and International standards. In Australia, it has been tested for research and innovation purposes by Swinburne University. In Europe it has been certified by Lloyd’s Registry to meet the requirements of all relevant Euro Codes. In addition to this, Surefoot has conducted many unofficial testing over the years for internal research. On a more recent note, our company has been engaged for a joint research venture led by the Australian Federal Government in collaboration with both Swinburne University and Melbourne University, this research will have a joint finance of $500,000 for more research and development of our products. Please visit our Resources page to see some of our certifications or contact our Engineering and Design team for further information on the matter.
WHAT IS NEEDED TO GET A SUREFOOT DESIGN?
To get an estimate for your project, we only need a basic diagram of the structure, a description of the project's location, and the soil type. This service is free of charge.
ENVIROMENTAL IMPACT?
Surefoot is a sustainable foundation system that minimizes environmental impact. It does not disturb the land or soil, so there is no need to level, cut, fill, or change the landscape. Surefoot also does not disturb natural drainage patterns, so it can be installed around treed areas without damaging tree roots. Excavation is either eliminated or drastically reduced.
VS CONCRETE
Surefoot is a superior foundation system to traditional concrete foundations in many applications. This is especially true when building on sloping sites, weak soils, or if the structure is subject to large bending moment loads. Surefoot eliminates or greatly reduces excavation and heavy machinery on the job site.
VS SCREWPILES
Other Steel piling systems such as helical piers and screw piles are relatively expensive solutions that are normally specified when there is a particular construction problem to resolve. Surefoot offers various advantages over these systems, Surefoot is more precise, has higher capacities (Price/capacity ratio) and is easier to install. Special drilling augers and other equipment are not needed, just small portable tools. Surefoot is the only system that can compete with concrete in normal building conditions, due to its great capacity in bending moment, which can be very low on screw piles.