Anchor block slope stabilization remediates slopes or existing retaining walls, using anchored reaction blocks. Keller designs and constructs this technique as a solution to slope instabilities.
Common Uses:
The block layout pattern is typically in rows across the slope or retaining wall. Initially, anchors are installed at the planned centre of each block location. Reaction blocks are either precast or cast-in-place around the anchor heads. Bearing plates are then installed and the anchors are tensioned against the blocks. The finished anchored reaction blocks resist the movement of the retained soil or wall.
The bars are bonded to the earth with high strength grout composed of cement, sand or other materials Anchoring the rock in this manner helps resist lateral thrust on the walls, stabilizes slopes and strengthens masonry. Pre-stressed rock anchor our inserted at a 45 degree angle and are used to protect shore piles. Passive anchors are drills at a 90 degree angle (vertically) on a raft of PCC cement. The main purpose of rock anchoring is to stabilize the foundation of the construction and avoid its movement. Several factors such as hydrostatic pressure, wind loads, seismic activities among others, can induce an uplifting force on the foundation. It can endanger the constructional integrity of the structure.
In case of a Copper Plate (Any metallic Plate), dig an earth pit that must be 8 feet deep & Place the electrode fill it with salt and charcoal, make the necessary connections and re-fill the pit. In case of Maintenance Free Earthing Rods or Pipes, An augur tool can be of help in easy soil conditions. For rocky conditions, compressor bore well digging rig can be of help..
