Moabi Capital, Plettenberg Bay - Piling and Lateral Support
Client: SGB Construction
Owner: Moabi Capital
Engineer: Chris Behrens Consulting Engineers
Geotechnical Design (Fairbrother): PERAGAGE Consulting Engineers
Project Period: August 2023 - December 2023
Fairbrother Geotechnical Engineering was appointed by SGB Construction to carry out the geotechnical scope for a high-end residential development across ERFs 4110 & 4111 on Beachy Head Drive, Plettenberg Bay.
Scope of Work:
Our scope included the full geotechnical preparatory works for the structure:
Lateral Support System: Installation of 126 forum-bored piles (406mm diameter) forming a continuous piled wall. This was supported with 315m² of shotcrete infill, steel mesh, and soil nails (SDA system).
Foundation Piling: Installation of 100 forum-bored piles to a depth of 8 metres to support the main dwelling.
Project Challenges:
This technically challenging coastal site required careful execution and coordination to meet engineering and environmental requirements within a tight timeframe.
