Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) Piling
We specialise in the design, supply and installation of continuous flight auger (CFA) piles for commercial, industrial and residential projects.
- Diameters from 300-1000mm
- Installation depths up to 28mm
- Suitable for vertical, lateral and tension support
Why use continuous flight auger piling?
- Quiet installation ideal for urban settings
- Versatile for a variety of ground conditions
- Reduced spoil generation compared to traditional piling methods
- Fast, cost-effective installation
- Less plant equipment required on-site
- No need for casing
Our CFA piles in action
Designing and Constructing Sunnybank House – Bolsterstone
Designing and Constructing Sunnybank House – Bolsterstone
Designing and constructing for private residential.
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Developing new offices for Melton Mowbray Council
Developing new offices for Melton Mowbray Council
Helping clients and customers complete their project, within budget.
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Renovating Industrial Units at Woodingdean Business Park – Brighton
Renovating Industrial Units at Woodingdean Business Park – Brighton
Following the demolition, we are executing critical work.
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CFA piling: the all-rounder foundation
Thanks to its virtually vibration-free installation, CFA is one of the most common types of foundation pile in the UK.
Low levels of disruption
Perfect for environmentally friendly areas, as little noise and negligible vibration is generated.
Faster installation
Continuous process with no casing required, allowing for faster project completion.
Suitable for challenging conditions
Suitable for most soil conditions and construction projects, including those requiring compression, tension, and horizontal load handling.
Advanced installation process
Our installation process uses modern rigs equipped with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) instrumentation. This technology monitors key parameters such as pile depth, penetration rate, drill resistance, concreting pressure, and extraction rate, which allows for efficient control throughout the installation process.
Quality assurance
Bespoke to your requirements
The maximum achievable pile capacity varies from site to site, depending on factors such as regional geology, groundwater conditions, site history, sulphate conditions, and working constraints. We ensure our designs and installations meet the highest standards of quality and safety, tailored to your project’s specific requirements. Plus, all rigs are fitted with computers to monitor concrete depth.
High levels of Health & Safety
We meet all the safety and quality requirements you would expect from a leading piling contractor and manufacturer of piling and beams through our safety first culture – and we’ve got the accreditations to back them up.
Environmental responsibility
We’re committed to making the right choices for a sustainable future. We do everything we can to ensure our CFA piling has the lowest possible impact on the environment, creating a lasting foundation for decades to come.
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Other piling & foundation solutions
Green Piling offers a comprehensive range of piling services to meet the unique demands of your project.
Foundation Piles & Beams
Sectional Flight Auger Piling
Sectional Flight Auger Piling
Sectional flight auger (SFA) piling is a bored soil replacement piling technique ideal for installation in areas where restricted access requires a smaller rig.
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Restricted Access Piling
Restricted Access Piling
Restricted access piling systems and specialist piling rigs designed for tight manoeuvrability in tight, limited access workspaces.
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Piled Retaining Walls
Piled Retaining Walls
We specialise in piled retaining wall design, manufacturing and installation. These steel piles form permanent retaining walls to support a variety of construction and groundwork projects.
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Sheet Piling
Sheet Piling
Green Piling is a leading UK steel sheet piling contractor, delivering bespoke temporary and permanent retaining solutions across a wide range of ground conditions and sectors.
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Steel Tubular Piling
Steel Tubular Piling
We specialise in the design, supply and installation of continuous flight auger (CFA) piles for commercial, industrial and residential projects.
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Piling Design
Piling Design
Alongside pile manufacturing and installation, we provide a comprehensive, in-house design and estimating service to help achieve your project goals.
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Pre Cast Pile Supply
Pre Cast Pile Supply
We supply high-quality reinforced pre-cast piles to support commercial, industrial and infrastructure construction projects across the UK.
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Precast Concrete Piling
Precast Concrete Piling
As the only manufacturers of pre-stressed, pre-cast concrete piles in mainland UK, we provide piling design, supply and installation for commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects.
Find out moreFrequently asked questions about continuous flight auger piling
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What is continuous flight auger piling?
CFA piling is a technique used in construction to install deep foundations in a range of ground conditions. First used in the UK in the 1960s, this is now one of the most popular foundation piling options for construction and groundwork projects thanks to its fast and quiet installation and suitability for a range of soil types.
What are CFA piles most commonly used for?
CFA piles are most commonly used for structural foundations in construction projects, providing earth retention on site boundaries and preventing landslides. They’re particularly common in urban or environmentally-sensitive areas thanks to their minimally disruptive installation.
How are CFA piles installed?
We install CFA piles by rotating a hollow stem continuous flight auger into the ground to the desired depth. We then pump concrete through the stem to fill the hollow cavity before slowly removing the auger. A steel reinforcing cage is then inserted into the concrete to strengthen the piles, which is particularly important for poor soil conditions.
Why choose Green Piling for continuous flight auger piles?
With more than 25 years of expertise, we’re a leading UK specialist in CFA piling. Our in-house design and estimating team alongside our purpose-built manufacturing facility allow us to serve a range of sectors, helping deliver successful projects of all sizes. With Green Piling, you get a transparent, honest service, backed by the highest standards of quality, health and safety. Find out more about us here.
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