Q. Can an IdealPier™ be used to replace an existing design I have utilising bored concrete piers?
A. Yes, an IdealPier™ can be used in place of a concrete bored pier. In some instances, the
design engineer will elect that an IdealPier™ be used as an alternative to a bored pier. If this
is not present on the foundation plan, check that the engineer is happy to use an IdealPier™
in your project.

Q. Can you design a system that can be used for the whole estate?
A. The IdealSlab™ system can be used as a system for all development estate work. The
singular suspended slab design used by IdealSlab™ means that no matter what variations
are found across the site, the only difference will be the IdealPier™ depths. This is a perfect
solution for sites that contain deep fill, poor compaction or highly reactive clay soils.
IdealSlab™ is perfect for development sites because the singular slab design can be used for
all sections of the estate, and the same design principle can even be used for concrete road
ways.

Q. Does the site still require a “Level 1” compaction certificate?
A. No. IdealFoundations™ will never need any compaction to be performed on the site prior to
the installation of an IdealPier™ for any of their projects.

Q. Does the system have any benefits from a retail point of view?
A. IdealSlab™ is a customer focused system, designed to be used by its builders to give a
competitive edge over builders utilizing conventional methods. This is possible using the “Cost
Code” method adapted by IdealSlab™. The cost coding method allows sales people to
accurately estimate the price of house foundations to the prospective client, hence allowing
them to fix the price of the home quickly and accurately. By using this method, the sales people
are able to quickly wrap up customers and move into the final contractual stage.
IdealFoundations™ is very focused in helping its customers with sales. For this reason,
IdealFoundations™ will provide all IdealSlab™ customers with a full range of marketing
material to be used in the builders display homes. This material is very helpful for the sale
people, and is an easy way to explain what foundations are being used for the house. The
prospective customers like that they feel informed and educated about how their house is
being built, and have given praise to the system.

Q. How does it compare in cost to a standard slab on ground or a raft & waffle slab?
A. When compared to a convention slab on ground, sometimes, depending on ground
conditions it is possible to build a slab for cheaper than what IdealSlab™ can be built. More
often than not though, the amount of concrete & materials used for these slabs can make
them more expensive. When compared to raft & waffle type slab, IdealSlab™ will usually be a
more cost effective choice. When comparing the use of IdealSlab™ as a system to be used
over all sites, it will most certainly become a cheaper option when taking into account designs
generally used on reactive clay sites with an “H” or “E” classification. IdealSlab™ is also by far
the least labour intensive slab to construct due to the absence of footings, and lighter
reinforcing steel.

Q. How is this a better system for my company?
A. Refer to Benefits page.

Q. How long will the crew take to install the IdealPier™?
A. This will vary on machinery used by the installation team. An average site consisting of
around 50 IdealPier™ will generally take around 3 hours to complete and de-mobilise.

Q. How will the design alter if the site is classified as a “P”, “H” or “E”?
A. No matter what classification is given to the site, the slab design will not alter at all.
IdealSlab™ use a singular slab design that can be utilised across all site conditions. This
include extremely reactive clay soils.

Q. Is this an easier system from an administration point of view?
A. Yes, this is a much easier system for all involved, due to singular slab design utilised by
IdealSlab™. These changes will most notably have an effect on the estimation department
because purchasing can be now be worked out in single meter squared terms from one project
to the next. These effects will flow right through to purchasing and even basic admin because
of the ability to accurately estimate quantities for projects.

Q. What are the lead times for designs, installs and certifications for IdealSlab™ projects?
A. Usually allow 5 working days for any of the above.

Q. What earthworks are required prior to commencing works with the IdealSlab™ system?
A. No specific earthworks are required before an IdealSlab™ is constructed. As with all slabs,
the site platform must be level within 100mm from highest to lowest point. If the site is
classified as an “H”or “E”, an earthworks company will need to scarify the pad prior to the
IdealPier™ installation.