<p>Piles are used to transfer loads to a deeper bearing strata, support structures on soil too weak for spread footings and/or protect against scour. Pile driving is unique in the construction industry, in that the machinery used to install the product is ...

This report presents the results of a comprehensive investigation of the " performance of pile driving systems. It is an inspection manual for impact hammers and includes pile cushions, helmets, and leads. The manual also includes pile hammer data sheets ...