Sheet Piling
Overview
Temporary Or Permanent Sheet Piling For Excavation Support, Earth Retention And Groundwater Control.
Sheet piling provides earth retention and excavation support for basements, cofferdams, seawalls, riverbanks and other below-ground and marine structures. Steel sections with interlocking edges form a continuous wall that can support temporary works or remain in place as part of the permanent structure.
Discover an end-to-end sheet piling solution for commercial, industrial, and civil projects. The RIX Group’s in-house engineering team, modern rigs and multi-skilled crews ensure direct control from design to installation. With a focus on safety, accuracy and efficiency, we know what it takes to tackle the most difficult ground conditions, marine locations, and limited access sites.
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Need a quote or do you have a general enquiry? Please complete our online form, and one of our team members will be in touch.
The Advantages Of Sheet Piling
Superior Sustainability
Maximise material reuse and reduce waste. Steel sheet piles can be extracted, inspected and redeployed across multiple temporary works projects, extending their service value. At end of life, this steel can be fully recycled. Plus, driven installation generates less spoil than bored piles.
Versatile Design
Tackle complex ground conditions and layouts. Sheet piles are available in a range of profiles, lengths and steel grades to meet specific structural and site demands. Custom junctions, corner sections and combined wall systems support efficient solutions for varied geometries and higher load requirements.
Groundwater Control
Achieve reliable groundwater control and excavation stability. Interlocking sheet piles form a continuous barrier that restricts water ingress and retains surrounding soils. Where tighter control is required, sealed or welded interlocks can further improve resistance to seepage.
Durable Construction
Invest in long-term performance in demanding environments. Properly designed steel sheet pile walls can achieve decades of service life across marine, coastal and inland applications. Corrosion is managed through coatings, increased section thickness or cathodic protection.
Temporary & Permanent Works
Install piles to support both temporary works and permanent structures. Sheet piling can be installed for short-term excavation support and later extracted for reuse, improving project efficiency. Alternatively, it can remain in place to provide long-term earth retention and groundwater control.
Community-Friendly Installation
Minimise disruption to surrounding communities with hydraulic press-in installation. This low-noise, low-vibration method reduces the impact on nearby residents, businesses and public spaces while helping maintain safe access and day-to-day operations.
Cost-Effective Support
Reduce programme time and overall project costs. Fast installation, minimal excavation and reusable materials contribute to efficient construction delivery. In permanent applications, sheet piles can act as both temporary support and the final retaining structure, eliminating the need for additional systems.
For All Ground Conditions
Ensure reliable performance in a range of ground conditions. Sheet piles can be installed using vibratory, impact and press-in techniques, depending on site requirements. Ground improvement or pre-drilling assists in more challenging soils, with obstructions and rock requiring careful assessment.
Our Sheet Piling Process
We manage the complete sheet piling process in-house, from design and fabrication through to installation and certification.
1. Site Survey
We conduct a detailed site assessment to define access, working space, ground conditions, pile alignment and surrounding structures before design begins. This upfront analysis equips our engineers with the critical data needed to design a safe, efficient and fully buildable solution.
2. Design
Our engineers develop a sheet piling system to suit the site conditions, design loads, excavation depth and required service life. We specify the pile section, embedment depth, wall alignment and any anchors, walers or bracing needed to control movement.
3. Fabrication
We fabricate sheet piles, capping beams, walers, corner sections and other steel components to the approved specifications. Our in-house capability gives us direct control over dimensions, welding, quality and delivery timeframes, equipping you with custom components faster.
4. Scheduling
We lock in pile quantities, plant, accessories, documentation and timelines before mobilisation. The installation program is structured around survey controls, inspection points, excavation stages and coordination with other trades. This ensures materials arrive in sequence and are ready for deployment.
5. Site Preparation
We establish a safe, stable and fully accessible work area for sheet piling operations. This includes clearing obstructions, verifying service locations, and improving access. Guide frames or temporary walers are installed as required to maintain precise wall alignment from the outset.
6. Installation & Interlocking
We install each sheet pile to the surveyed line and specified depth with strict control of alignment and verticality. Installation methods are selected to suit ground conditions and site constraints, including vibratory, impact, press-in or pre-drilling techniques. Interlocking piles form a continuous wall that retains soil and limits groundwater ingress.
7. Anchoring & Bracing
We install anchors, tie rods, walers or internal struts where additional lateral support is required. These systems manage soil and water pressures, control wall movement and enable deeper excavations. Each support level is installed in sequence with excavation to maintain structural stability at all stages.
8. Inspection & Certification
We assess the sheet piling against its approved design, specified levels and installation tolerances. Documentation may include installation records, material certificates, survey data, weld records and as-built drawings. Where required, we can issue a certification confirming the work meets project and compliance criteria.
Australia’s Sheet Piling Specialists
Decades of Experience
Ensure accuracy, agility and alignment with the approved design. With extensive experience across civil, infrastructure, and marine piling projects, we understand the practical demands of handling, alignment control, driving tolerances, interlock engagement and staged excavation support.
Site-Specific Sheet Piling
Gain a practical solution for cofferdams, seawalls, basements, cut-off walls and temporary excavations. We design each sheet pile wall to suit retained height, excavation depth, groundwater and ground conditions to meet performance requirements.
Innovative Solutions
Be confident in the quality of every sheet pile installation. We combine advanced equipment with continually refined techniques to improve accuracy, efficiency and site control. Our approach helps minimise refusal, optimise installation and reduce noise, vibration and disruption to surrounding areas.
FAQs
What is sheet piling?
Sheet piling is a ground-retention system formed by driving interlocking sections vertically into the ground to create a continuous wall. It retains soil, supports excavations and controls groundwater movement in civil, marine and infrastructure projects.
Steel is the most widely used material because it combines high structural capacity with fast installation and a relatively small construction footprint.
Depending on the design, sheet pile walls can support temporary works such as trenches and cofferdams or remain in place as permanent seawalls, basement walls, bulkheads and flood barriers.
Where greater seepage control is required, the interlocks can be sealed or welded to reduce water flow through the wall.
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Need a quote or do you have a general enquiry? Please complete our online form and one of our team members will be in touch.
