We were approached to address an issue related to the manual cutting of foundation piles on the HS2 rail line in the UK. In response, we designed an automatic, self-propelled, hydraulic-driven saw to resolve this problem. This innovation not only reduced the time required to cut a pile to one-quarter of the time taken by manual methods but also crucially eliminated the risk of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) for workers, as the unit operates completely hands-free.

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Due to the huge success of our innovation on the HS2 project, we were shortlisted to the final four out of over 40 entries for an award by the Federation of Piling Specialists Awards 2024. Although we did not secure first prize on the night, being a finalist was a testament to our dedication and commitment to the design and fabrication of bespoke devices, as well as our services to the industry.

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