Swinton Project

The Swinton site posed significant challenges for traditional construction methods due to its location on peat land with a high-water table. The conditions would make it extremely difficult, if not impossible, to construct the prescribed in-situ reinforced concrete foundations. The issue was exacerbated by the need to stay above the flood plain level, further complicating foundation design.

Aarsleff and Capitaline offered Winworth Construction a value-engineered solution involving piles and pre-cast grounds beams. This approach allowed the construction to proceed efficiently, despite the site’s challenging ground conditions.

The use of piles and pre-cast ground beams enabled the project to stay above the flood plain, bypassing the difficulties posed by the soft, waterlogged ground.

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