Fuller Piles®

Stronger, smarter foundations for every project

Reliable, IBC-compliant deep foundation solutions with patented installation technology; engineered for commercial,residential bridge,and structural applications.

Fuller Piles®: Strength You Can Build On

Fuller Piles® are engineered deep foundation elements designed to provide superior strength, ductility, and performance for demanding structural projects. Fully compliant with IBC Chapter 18, these high-performance piles meet or exceed modern engineering requirements for both vertical and lateral loads.

By combining cast-in-place concrete with steel casing and using a patented displacement auguring technique, these screw piles deliver predictable performance, minimal site disturbance, and high constructability, making them the foundation solution of choice for commercial buildings, residential projects, bridges, and other critical structures.

Key features

IBC Chapter 18 compliant

Engineered to meet current International Building Code deep foundation standard

Enhanced strength &
ductility

Outperforms traditional piles with
superior flexural and load-bearing
capacity.

Patented displacement auguring technique

Simultaneously installs steel casing and cast-in-place concrete.

Dual Installation

capability

Combines steel pipe and concrete installation in a single operation,
saving time

Benefits

Cleaner, quieter, and more efficient

Fuller Pile® eliminates the noise and vibration associated with traditional pile driving. Installation generates no spoils, avoids fabrication and splicing issues, and delivers exceptional axial and lateral capacity with superior seismic performance. This single solution often replaces driven piles, auger-cast piles, micropiles, and helicals, offering a cleaner, faster, and more efficient foundation method.

Value-engineering solution

Optimizes schedule, constructability, safety, and design flexibility simultaneously. Unlike conventional piles that lock projects into early assumptions, Fuller Pile® allows foundation designs to evolve intelligently as subsurface conditions and construction realities are confirmed, providing a truly adaptable solution for complex sites. This adaptability ensures projects stay on time and within budget

 
Speed and productivity

Exceptional production rates, typically 8–16 piles per day per rig, and up to 50 rigid inclusions per day per rig, depending on soil conditions and pile type, compress foundation schedules and reduce downstream impacts on superstructure trades. Installation does not rely on large cranes or impact hammers, which also reduces mobilization and demobilization times. This means projects move faster.

Flexible, scalable equipment deployment

Small CAT-class rigs with auger attachments allow multiple units to work simultaneously on a single site. This flexibility enables contractors to scale production to match schedule demands, improve access on constrained sites, and work safely closer to existing structures while other foundation trades follow along. It also minimizes equipment congestion, keeping the site organized and efficient.

Improved safety and site logistics

Unlike driven pile systems that require large safety exclusion zones, Fuller Pile® operates with a significantly reduced safety radius. This improves site logistics, allows overlapping work zones, and enhances overall jobsite safety. This reduction in safety constraints allows multiple trades to operate simultaneously, keeping the project on schedule while maintaining strict safety standards.

Integrated design expertise

Projects are supported by delegated design teams of structural and geotechnical engineers, ensuring that axial, lateral, and seismic demands are addressed holistically. Regional engineering teams accelerate response times, align designs with local soil conditions, and streamline permitting, reducing RFIs and improving constructability. This ensures projects stay on track with minimal delays.

No spoils, no disposal costs

Because piles are installed without excavation, no spoil material is generated. This eliminates hauling and disposal costs, avoids potential handling of contaminated soils, and provides both economic and environmental advantages. By removing the need for excavation and spoil management, this method streamlines site operations and equipment requirements and helps projects stay on schedule.

Design flexibility without redesign

Pile lengths can be adjusted in the field without formal redesign, allowing the foundation system to respond to actual subsurface conditions. This flexibility is especially valuable on variable sites where traditional piles would require resubmittals and schedule adjustments. It also enables engineers to optimize each pile for local soil conditions, improving efficiency and overall performance.

Load testing for optimization

Fuller Pile® supports load testing at varying pile lengths, enabling engineers to strategically optimize layouts across a site. Instead of applying a single conservative length everywhere, projects can match pile dimensions to local demand and soil conditions for maximum efficiency. This targeted approach reduces excessive material waste and ensures the foundation performs exactly as required.

Our Trusted Clients

Our projects

Pattillo Construction

Location: New Jersey.

Contractor: Pattillo Construction (NJDOT Project).
Pile Type: 3 1/2” Fuller Pile®

Aspire

Location: Bushy Park, South Carolina.

Contractor: Evans General Contracting.

Pile Type: 2 7/8” Fuller Pile® with top caps and 5 1/2” Fuller Pile® Rigid Inclusions.

Roper Sawmill

Location: Summerville, South Carolina.

Contractor: Trident Construction.

Pile Type: 4 1/2” Fuller Pile®.

Jedburg Elementary School

Location: Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

Contractor: H.G. Reynolds.

Pile Type: 2 7/8” Fuller Pile® Rigid Inclusions.

Drayage Rd

Location: Charleston, South Carolina.

Contractor: Banks Construction.

Pile Type: 2 7/8” Fuller Pile® Rigid Inclusions.

1620 Riverfront Pkwy

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Contractor: Evans General Contractor.

Pile Type: 2 7/8” Fuller Pile® Rigid Inclusion.

Why Choose Claycor?

At Claycor, we don’t just supply foundation products; we provide peace of mind. With decades of experience in geotechnical and structural solutions, Claycor is committed to helping engineers, builders, and contractors achieve safe, reliable, and long-lasting projects.

Our innovative approach ensures foundations that are stronger, more ductile, and capable of meeting the toughest structural demands. Partnering with Claycor means you gain a trusted collaborator who understands the challenges of modern construction and delivers solutions that save time, reduce risk, and maximize performance.

With Claycor, every project starts on solid ground, giving you the confidence to build bigger, smarter, and better.

FAQS

How is the installation carried out?

The patented displacement auguring method simultaneously augers soil and installs the steel casing, followed by concrete placement. This ensures consistent performance with minimal site disturbance.

Which types of projects benefit from this foundation system?

It is ideal for commercial buildings, residential foundations, bridge piers, and structures exposed to seismic or lateral loads.

Can it be used in urban areas?

Absolutely. The installation method reduces vibration and noise, making it suitable for dense urban environments or sites near sensitive structures.