Concrete
Concrete foundation
A reinforced inertia block, isolated pad or equipment foundation is formed to the approved mass, geometry and anchor plan.
Often worth considering for: Compressors, presses, pumps, test rigs and production plant
Specialist base installation
Heavy Machinery & Plant Foundations
Heavy plant foundations must spread static loads and control dynamic movement without transmitting unacceptable vibration into the building.
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Written foundation scope
Built for this application
What the foundation needs to do
Rotating, reciprocating and impact machinery can impose loads far beyond its standing weight. An inertia base may be combined with springs, pads or separation joints to control motion and noise.
We install reinforced concrete blocks and pads to the machine supplier and structural or vibration engineer's drawings, including anchor assemblies and service penetrations.
Options, assessed properly
Suitable foundation methods
The methods below are possibilities to assess—not interchangeable specifications. We match the foundation to the product, loads, support points, ground and access.
A written price for the approved detail
Specialist foundations are quoted from the actual product, support plan and site information. No VAT is added to the guide prices shown.
Before installation
Dimensions, approvals and responsibilities
Machine supplier data and a competent vibration/structural design are required before pricing. Adding concrete mass without analysis can move rather than solve a vibration problem.
Installation planning must address lifting, temporary support, grout, alignment and commissioning responsibilities separately from the concrete scope.
JustBases quotes the agreed foundation and groundwork. Product installation, specialist connections, commissioning and third-party design remain outside our scope unless the written quotation expressly includes them.
A simple route forward
From first call to ready base
- 1
Talk through the plan
Tell us about the heavy machine, approximate size and site. We will identify any useful supplier information.
- 2
Agree the foundation
We assess access, levels, support requirements and ground, then provide a clear written quotation.
- 3
Install and hand over
Our team installs the agreed base and leaves it ready for the approved building or equipment installer.
Genuine customer feedback
Reviews of our foundation work
"I couldn't recommend Craig highly enough! Communication prior to the job was outstanding even considering our ever changing goal posts. Craig and his team turned up exactly at the agreed time, were well presented, friendly and professional. The cleanliness, attention to detail and quality of the job was outstanding."
"Good standard of workmanship. Friendly and efficient. Prompt response for estimate and fitted into our timescale. Will be using the firm in future and thoroughly recommend them."
"Craig and his team were very professional throughout the job. They worked tirelessly and extremely hard. The job involved digging up a thick reinforced concrete base. Then creating a whole new base with precision engineering in preparation to accept a new building on top. The result was an excellent job all round."
Easy to start, free to ask
Tell us about your heavy machine
You do not need drawings or a finished specification before getting in touch. Send what you have and Craig will explain the useful next step.
Helpful details, if available
- Machine data and operating weight
- Dynamic-load information
- Foundation/reinforcement drawings
- Anchor or pocket schedule
- Lifting and installation sequence
Talk to Craig
Craig will listen to what you are planning and help establish the foundation information that matters.
Online quote requests are normally answered within 24 hours, excluding weekends.
Request your free quote
Just give us your contact details and a short description of what you want to build. We will guide you through the rest.
Your enquiry
Heavy Machinery Foundations installation
Straight answers
Heavy Machinery Foundations FAQs
No. Dynamic forces, vibration, anchors and interaction with the building can govern the design.
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