Anchors
An essential system for the stability of your structures
Anchors are tension elements typically post-tensioned to transfer loads from a structure to competent soil or rock stratum.
Anchors are used to provide preloading of structural systems by applying a lock-in tension load in the anchor tendon, which is then bonded to competent rock or soil using rock or cement-based grout. The pre-applied load in the tendon helps to limit structure movement.
Anchors are used to support walls against lateral earth and water pressures in earth retaining structures, to secure landslides, tunnels, shafts and deep excavations. They are also used to provide resistance for tensile uplifts on basements due to elevated groundwater and overturning or sliding forces in dam stability projects.
Nicholson’s advantage
Nicholson’s advantage
- ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøhas a long, successful history of installing anchors.
- Proven track record with prominent dam agencies such as TVA and USACE.
- Team of experts with extensive experience installing some of the largest anchors in the country.
Did you know?
A Nicholson-led joint venture installed nearly 1,000 anchors to stabilize the World Trade Center bathtub and facilitate recovery efforts.
