Case Studies
Chick-Fil-A-Lodge
Situation: The Chick-Fil-A lodge overlooking the Sugar Mill Golf Course in New Smyrna
Beach, FL, was experiencing signs of foundation settlement. There were
stair-step cracks and wall separation along the entire exterior of the
building facing the lake. The property management company reached out
to Ram Jack for a minimally-invasive solution to their settlement problem.
Solution: With an ultimate load of 40 kips and allowable of 20 kips, S.T.C. Properties
requested that Ram Jack provide a solution to meet load requirements.
(44) Ram Jack 2 7/8 Helical pilings with a 10”-12” helix configuration
were installed at the Chick-Fil-A Lodge by Florida Foundation Repair.
Conclusion: Remedial helical pilings with standard brackets installed along the exterior
of the lodge succeeded in almost completely closing the existing cracks.
Ram Jack’s minimally invasive and quick installation helped stabilize
the Chick-Fil-A Lodge, allowing them to re-paint, making existing cracks
virtually invisible.
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