The Atlas Resistance Pier is an assembly of structural steel components that include a pier head assembly attached to the foundation or slab, which is then mounted on a steel pier that is installed to bedrock or firm bearing stratum. The unique friction reduction collar on the load section of the pier reduces skin friction on the pier pipe during installation.
Resistance piers are utilized for underpinning and repair of residential and commercial buildings.
The advantage of the Atlas Resistance Pier is that it is a cost effective method for deep foundation applications, especially when rock is encountered at shallow depths.