Helical Anchors for Protective & Impact-Resistant Installations
Bollards are critical protective elements used to safeguard structures, utilities, and pedestrian areas from vehicle impact. Whether installed in driveways, parking lots, sidewalks, or storefront locations, bollard foundations must provide reliable structural support while minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.
Helical pile systems offer an engineered alternative to traditional poured concrete foundations for bollard installations. Installed using hydraulic rotary equipment, the anchor advances into load-bearing soils with a helix plate that allows the system to “screw” into the ground. This method eliminates large excavation areas and removes the need for concrete cure time.
For contractors working in active commercial environments, helical bollard foundations provide a fast, repeatable installation method that supports long-term structural performance.
Talk to ECP about specifying helical foundations for bollard installations.
Helical bollard foundations are commonly specified for:
- Storefront protection
- Parking lot vehicle barriers
- Drive-through lanes
- Sidewalk and pedestrian safety barriers
- Protection for electrical equipment and utility boxes
- Guardrails and safety rails
- Gas meters and service infrastructure
Helical anchors can be used for both permanent and temporary installations.
- Quick installation with minimal crew requirements
- No spoils created during installation
- All-weather installation capability
- No vibration during installation
- No concrete cure time
- Immediate loading capability
- Reduced excavation and site disruption
- Suitable for retrofit or new construction projects
- Economic alternative to traditional concrete foundations
- Made in the USA
- Helical anchors are torque-installed into stable soils
- The helix plate advances to load-bearing strata
- Installation torque ensures consistent capacity
- Bollards are secured without reliance on poured concrete
This approach supports efficient installations in high-traffic, developed environments.
- Manufacture-direct helical anchor systems
- Engineering support for project-specific requirements
- Configurations for various bollard and guardrail applications
- Reliable supply and consistent lead times
- Contractor training and technical support