Purpose of pile pipe is to lay the foundation for various buildings and bridges. The pipe piles are buried deep underground to ensure sufficient stability and safety of the structure.
Purpose Of Pile Pipe
Pipe piles primarily serve a load-bearing function, standing upright deep in the soil to withstand pressure from above, relying on friction between the pile surface and the soil to withstand high loads. When the shallow layer is soft and lacks sufficient support, pipe piles can be used to reach deeper. Pipe piles can also effectively reduce building subsidence. During strong winds and earthquakes, high-quality pipe piles provide the best foundation, preventing building collapse and deformation due to external forces. When used as retaining walls, pipe piles act like large casings, preventing collapse during drilling and ensuring concrete quality.
References
Technical Specifications for Building Pile Foundations (JGJ 94-2008)
Pile Foundation Engineering