Pile Selection Methodology

This project entitled - 'Pile Selection Methodology'. The objective of this
project is to establish pile selection methodology for different site characteristics. This
manual consists of selection procedures for pile and pile driving equipment. The factors
that govern the equipment selection include site investigation report which covers the
deep boring and analysis of the test report, types of pile which covers the classification
and the selection of pile types. Other factor is the pile driving system including noise,
vibration and driving resistance were discussed deeply in this report. Bearing capacity
and commercial factors were the aspects that affect the selection. Research, data
gathering related to the subject, conceptual study were the methodology for this project.
At the end of this project, a guideline was produced to assist the contractors to choose
the right equipment for particular site conditions.