Z-type sheet piles are sheet piling systems with a Z-shaped cross-section, designed for high bending resistance and structural efficiency. The interlocks are located away from the neutral axis, allowing for better strengh distribution, deep excavations, heavy-duty retaining walls, and marine structures.
TKL Steel has a wide range of Z-type sheet pile sizes available.
Cold Formed
770 mm x 343.5 mm x 8.6 mm x 72.8 kg
Length (m): 6 & 12
Hot Formed
770 mm x 354 mm x 8.5 mm x 73.2 kg
Length (m): 6 & 12
If you have other size requirements, feel free to send us a message so we can assist you.
Benefits of using Z-type Sheet Pile
Z-type sheet piles are used in construction due to the following benefits.
- Superior Bending Strength
Z-type sheet piles are built to withstand high lateral loads, making them excellent for deep and challenging excavations. - Durability
The Z-type sheet pile profile has a high strength-to-weight ratio, allowing for optimal material use while maintaining durability. - Excellent Wall Alignment
Z-type sheet pile wide profile aids in the formation of straight, consistent walls, lowering the number of interlocks per meter. - Versatile
Z-type sheet piles are utilized in flood barriers, cofferdams, seawalls, retaining walls, and bridge foundations, among other applications.
Uses of Z-type Sheet Pile
Z-type sheet piles have various uses in construction.
- Retaining Walls
Z-type sheet pile is used in earth retention systems to hold back soil or water in excavation sites, ports, and waterfront structures. - Flood protection and seawall
Z-type sheet piles are used for seawalls, levees, and flood barriers, providing durable and watertight protection against water pressure and erosion. - Bridge Abutments and Cofferdams
Z-type sheet pile is used to create temporary or permanent barriers to allow safe construction of foundations in or near water. - Railway and highway embankments:
Provides slope stabilization and erosion control along elevated road or rail structures.
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Sources:
Use of Z type sheet pile. (n.d.). https://www.nan-steel.com/news/use-of-z-type-sheet-pile.html
Use of Z type sheet pile. (n.d.-a). https://www.nan-steel.com/news/use-of-z-type-sheet-pile.html