OUTDOOR HAVEN ON A HILL

• Wanting to expand your living space to the great outdoors, but you live on a slope?
• Longing to create a little slice of paradise by building a deck, or extending your hillside home?
• Looking for the seamless flow from indoor-to-outdoor living, but feel restricted by your property?

There is no need to feel discouraged because your yard is on slope; you can still have a beautiful hillside deck or extension. That sloping hillside is an opportunity for a unique and stunning outdoor sanctuary. With Techno Metal Post your environment will not limit you. It is completely feasible – and simple – to build a strong, durable, and secure foundation on a backyard slope. Techno Metal Post has the ideal deck footing answers for hillside decks and other structures. That slope is no longer an obstacle; it’s an opportunity for effortless creativity and peace of mind.

 

 

INNOVATION AND EXPERIENCE

With our specialized installation equipment and our accomplished engineering department, Techno Metal Post can design a foundation for your hillside deck project or extension. Access to your property is not an obstacle. In fact, we love steep slopes. Our machines can easily maneuver around landscaping, fences, sides of buildings, and precarious hillsides, with no digging or damage to your property. Techno Metal Post’s powerful and versatile equipment is created to move around very narrow spaces, and to get through tight and hard-to-reach areas, including steep slopes.

Techno Metal Post provides expert in-house engineering services for your deck footings. Our highly skilled engineers know helical piles and will oversee the analysis and certification of your deck footings. When assessing your project, they will take into consideration lateral loads, compression loads, and uplift, and will recommend different products for different situations. They will determine which piles to use, depending on the structure that needs supporting, the soil’s characteristics, and angle of the slope.

 

EFFORTLESS FLOW

Whether you are a homeowner, a contractor, or both, Techno Metal Post is the perfect solution to meet your needs. As Paul Lafrance (June 3, 2017) says, “The deck ‘should’ be a true extension of the home that carries your living space from the indoors to the outdoors…We want our interior living spaces to make us feel good when we spend time in them. So why would we settle for anything less from an outdoor living space?” (“Re-Thinking the Deck with Paul Lafrance”). Techno Metal Post’s helical piles and innovative technology ensure that your investment remains strong, stable, and long-lasting, guaranteeing many happy years of easy indoor-outdoor flow.

 

Roger from Techno Metal Post Hamilton-Durham, joins The Construction Life crew, as they get talking about new ways to build foundations using helical piles/piers.

When Manny and Roger met over 9 years ago, decks were a hot topic and a main focus.  There was also buzz around new ways to install additions and foundations using helical piles, instead of older methods of concrete pouring.  This would eventually revolutionize the construction and building industry.

Today, helical piles or piers, are being used for more than just decks.  They are found in infrastructure foundations, additions, signs, fencing, garages, sheds and much more!

Tune into the talk and see how helical piles/piers can uplevel your next project.

For other Contruction Life Podcasts: https://www.hardcorerenos.com/the_construction_life.html

In August 2017, Techno Metal Post was excited to train our very first dealer who took advantage of our brand new Veteran’s Program. We welcomed Robert S. Heil, our new dealer for South West Michigan to do our form of ‘basic training’.

After 8 years working in the military and being stationed in Afghanistan and Iraq; then 2 years of working for a civilian company overseas, Robert and his wife decided it was time to do something different. Travelling as much as he has, it has taken a toll on his family. So when he got introduced to Techno Metal Post by his brother Shawn, Robert decided to pursue this opportunity to start his own business. Shawn has a decking company in South West Michigan, and recognized the great fit for Robert to have a helical pile installation company. Robert then decided to inquire about becoming a Techno Metal Post dealer. After doing his research and due diligence on Techno Metal Post and other helical pile companies, the decision to choose Techno Metal Post became clear. Robert said, "Techno Metal Post was the best choice for me. With the Lac Michigan waterfront and all the inlands lake, South West Michigan will bring so many opportunities for this product."

Coming to Quebec for his training is the first time he has ever been to Canada and he really enjoyed all the things he learned while he was in this great province. Robert has a great sense of humour and the whole time he was here with us, he had us all laughing and enjoying his stories. He also taught us the term “Drop the Mic”, which you can google if you don’t know what that is. In addition to his great sense of humour, because of his military background Robert brings great skills of discipline, determination, perseverance and an ability to learn things very quickly. We know these skills will help him be very successful in his new dealership.

Robert has a beautiful wife named Cassidy and two lovely children, a boy named Charlie and a girl named Haddie. His family are the inspiration behind Robert wanting to change his career and start this dealership with Techno Metal Post. He is excited to be at home every night with his wife and children.

Robert has a deep passion for hunting and wants to plan to a hunting trip in Quebec sometime in the very near future. He also loves fishing. He is hoping this business will provide the balance in his life for family, work and his hobbies of hunting and fishing.

We look forward to seeing great things from Robert’s new dealership and wish him all the success in his new business venture with Techno Metal Post. We are excited to welcome you on board as our first Veteran Dealer for SW Michigan. (Drop the mic!)

Techno Metal Post Illiana in Chicago is now operating a Techno Metal Post dealer in Northeastern Illinois and Northwestern Indiana.

Tony Verga learned about helical piles when researching a construction project. Previously, he had installed decks and additions with dug footings and sought a new technology to eliminate digging, hauling, mixing cement and a 5 day cure time. His research led him to Techno Metal Post in Thetford Mines, Quebec, the leader in Helical Pile Technology and Custom Installation Equipment. Verga said, “not only is TMP offering the product, but they are offering a fully engineered solution.”

The soil in the Lake Michigan region is mostly clay. Installing concrete sonotubes is costly and labor intensive for construction contractors. After meeting with the Techno Metal Post team, Tony saw the development potential in this region. Verga said, “I believe that the helical pile technology will receive an enthusiastic welcome in our region.”

In July 2016, Tony traveled to Thetford Mines to participate in certification classes on installing piles, use of the installation equipment and the structural and practical engineering of helical piles. In August 2016, additional training sessions were held in Chicago for staff from Chicago/Indiana and Techno Metal Post Southern Wisconsin.

With the quick adaptation of helical piles in the construction industry and the popularity of TV shows such as “Decked Out” (DIY Network), Techno Metal Post Illiana has great growth potential.

“Tony is an experienced individual who is not afraid to confront challenges that arise. He asked very specific questions, showing he had already researched the product. I am not worried about his success,” commented Serge Larouche, Director of Development in the U.S.

Techno Metal post Illiana will be servicing Northeastern Illinois and Northwestern Indiana for both residential and commercial applications. For more information contact TMP Illiana at Illinois: 630.631.0684 or Indiana: 219.200.3011.

From left to right: Serge Larouche (Director of Development, U.S.A.), Étienne St-Laurent (General Manager), Tony Verga (Owner of Techno Metal Post Illiana), Zachary LaPorte (owner of Techno Metal Post of Southern Vermont) and Pascal Marceau (President)

At 21 years old, Zachary LaPorte, has become the youngest dealer in the Techno Metal Post network. Zachary has just completed his Construction Management training. The new owner is realizing his dream of starting his own business. Far from being intimidated to enter the business world, Zachary was impatient to put his knowledge to use to benefit clients in Vermont. Techno Metal Post of Southern Vermont is located in Montpelier and will operate a Techno Metal Post franchise in the southern part of the state.

Following his initial meeting with the Techno Metal Post team, Zachary fell in love with the helical pile technology and installation equipment. He started working with Jim Lyman, owner of Techno Metal Post Vermont to learn more about the business and to start mastering the secrets of the trade.

Recently, Zachary took part in training sessions consisting of an introduction to the company, presentation of the different departments, theoretical and practical training on installing piles and training on use of the installation equipment. According to Zach, “The product is already quite well known in Vermont and I am confident that I will be able to contribute to further promoting all the advantages of using our technology.”

“The new dealer paid very close attention throughout the training. He absorbed all of the information quite impressively. He showed outstanding professionalism. Despite his young age, I can see that he already has knowledge and experience in the field and that he will certainly use it to his advantage”, commented Maxime Binet, the person in charge of training.

From left to right: Serge Larouche (Director of Development, U.S.A.), Étienne St-Laurent (General Manager), Tony Verga (Owner of Techno Metal Post Illiana), Zachary LaPorte (owner of Techno Metal Post of Southern Vermont) and Pascal Marceau (President)

Maxime Alba and Clément Rouchouse joined the Techno Pieux family in 2012. In 2015, this enthusiastic and dynamic team opened its second concession: Techno Pieux 2 Savoies.

For the occasion they have taken new premises, which includes storage space, and have invested in a EM1. Their goal is to cope with the growing demand from the individual construction bolted foundation sector. They are not thinking of stopping there and we hope to continue seeing them progress and develop.

 

The revolutionary technology comes from the province of Quebec, Canada, but is also used in France.  They’ve introduced the idea of screwing helical piles into the ground rather than pouring a concrete slab to support buildings and infrastructures.  In many cases, a traditional slab foundation isn’t always practical or even possible, so the introduction of piles has been a great solution for those projects.

For the urban development of Forlach, architect Sébastien Morfouasse launched an invitation to demonstrate this process.  Twenty people were present to witness how this worked: Galvanized steel helical piles, are screwed into the ground by a hydraulic machine.  The piles are driven into the ground until the load-bearing capacity is then reached.

Techno Pieux Rennes-Vannes’ Olivier Le Bigot explains, "One day was all we needed to drill the ten piles for the house".  They were installed 4 meters deep and cut between 12 to 24 inches above the ground.  Sitting atop the pile shaft is a cap or plate which supports the structure.

The house is 105 square meters on one floor and will also be supported by some retaining walls.  Soil will be placed around the house at the height of the lowest level in order to hide the piles.  Ty Coat Construction was the company that built this wooden house.

Sébastien Morfouasse the architect, has already used this technology in the past…"For this house, we wanted a slab that was as close to the upper-level ground as possible.  Because of poor soil quality, we were forced to dig very deep in order to establish a proper foundation. The idea of ​​installing piles proved to be the best option, otherwise we would have had to pour more concrete, which was too expensive.  In a situation that is not problematic, this technique is not advantageous from an economic standpoint. But from an ecological point of view, it is very smart! The day you want to remove the house, you’ll have no permanent foundation to contend with-clear area only once you remove the piles".

During the demonstration, many questions arose on the longevity and performance of the piles.  The response was, "at least one hundred years, can withstand very heavy buildings and they can be changed after their present lifespan".

Odette Odin, the future owner of the house, was present at the demonstration. Her wooden house will take shape at the beginning of this year, and she is already excited about the idea of ​​moving in

 

. "You can have an eco-friendly townhouse", which she insists it is.  She wanted it to be environmentally friendly and that is exactly what she got.

This is what she had to say about other aspects that pleased her… "All the companies involved, support ways that are friendly not only to the environment but to the people as well.  This includes the materials used, cleanliness of the work, and that no employee carries loads over 55 pounds… "

Source : West France

Helical steel piles have become the number one solution, proposed by Techno Metal Post, when dealing with problem foundations.  Poor soil quality and ground movement can disrupt the stability of buildings, and this method of solidifying them fixes that situation.

Clément Rouchouse and Maxime Albafouille started a new business adventure, in the Rhône and Isere area within France, back in 2012.  They invested in the equipment, and began installing this specialized system, with determination. "We often get called in urgent situations, where the soil quality is not suitable to lay traditional foundations.  We work in the housing industry, but find ourselves expanding to tackle larger infrastructures.  From a traditional concrete foundation on unstable ground, to a slab cast directly onto the piles, or a wood/steel structure built atop them, Techno Metal Post’s approach suits all types of construction", says Clément Rouchouse.

From the technical standpoint, the piles are screwed into the ground until it reaches compact soil.  At the time of installation, the machines measure the torque, which determines the load bearing capacity in real time.  Steel supports are then fixed onto Techno Metal Posts’ foundation piers that support the structure.  Whether the foundation gradually settles or raises the structure (depending on ground movement), the weight is permanently transferred onto the piles.

Thanks to the dedicated and experienced engineering services, Techno Metal Post has developed a range of hydraulic machines, specialized in the installation of helical piles.  The compact and versatile equipment can access different terrain, and allows the installed piles to hold a bearing capacity of 50,625 lbs (225 kg).

"Without excavation, without laborious concrete pouring (whether permanent or temporary), this system also has a very low environmental impact. We are independent but part of the TMP network, which provides us with engineering services that are responsible for analyzing and validating all projects," adds Clément Rouchouse.  At the present time, this revolutionary system that comes from Canada, has been running for over 20 years worldwide and has a network of over 120 dealers.  Techno Metal Post is certified by the CSTB, and intends to establish a solid presence in the French region of Rhône-Alpes.

Source: Journal du bâtiment & des TP - Septembre 10-16, 2015.

The Pikes Peak Region located in the Colorado Springs area will have a Techno Metal dealership to cover El Paso, Douglas, Elbert and Teller counties. Colorado is now being serviced south of Denver by Techno Metal Post Pike Peaks Region.

After meeting with the Director of Development in the United States Serge Larouche, Tim Rushing decided to acquire a Techno Pieux dealership. He immediately put together a dynamic team mainly made up of some of his family and a close collaborator. Even before the contracts were signed TMP Pikes Peak Region was able to awaken interest in this technology in their region. The construction and home renovations experience of Tim and his team really allows them to understand the importance of building on solid foundations that will resist all the ups and downs of the weather.

Étienne St-Laurent (Techno Pieux Director General), Serge Larouche (Director of Development in the United States), Cody Rushing, Kalib Dyche, Tim Rushing (TMP Pikes Peak Region owner), Logan Rushing and Pascal Marceau (Techno Pieux President).