Ground preparation for Smartraft® is simple, the ground needs just to be left or excavated to 200mm below ground level with a firm, but not solid base.
The shallow depth required significantly reduces the risk of damage to underground services such as fibre optics, gas, water etc. This also then facilitates much faster preparation times compared to traditional size raft foundations.
The side cast excavated material (as shown in the image) or imported finished level material can be backfilled in to the perforations in the Smartraft® which in turn can lead to reduced vehicle movements and removal of material from the installation area.
