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Mega Anchor Technical Data

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Index

3 Introduction

4 Mega Anchor Selection Guide

5 Mega Anchor Fixings

6 Mega Anchor Product Details

7 Mega Anchor Technical Data

8 Mega Anchor Installation Instructions

11 Mega Anchor Bracing

15 Mega Anchor Retaining Walls

16 Mega Anchor Removal


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Mega Anchor Introduction Mega Anchor is a simple and effective foundation

system. As an alternative to traditional foundations the

mega anchor requires no holes or concrete.

The mega anchor is an all steel mini piling system

using both the mega anchor frame configuration and

friction piles to secure the foundation in the ground.

There is 3 main processes when using the mega anchor

system:-

Installation of the mega anchor frame using

32NB galvanised pipe.

Attaching the height adjustable riser anchor

risers are 32NB, 50NB galvanised pipe or SHS

Attaching the fixing bracket To the riser

At the final stage of the manufacturing process the

mega anchor and all components are hot dipped

galvanised to provide effective long life protection in

all conditions.

When the initial anchor frame is installed the

galvanised pipe is cut to the desired height and is fully

adjustable in the anchor frame. Being adjustable makes

it easy to get the foundations perfectly level.

Once the anchor is installed and the riser is at the

required height the riser is then fixed to the anchor

using either a Class 4 rated bolt to AS3566 or a number

of 14-20x22 to AS3566 Class 4 self drilling and tapping

screws in accordance with the design requirement.

Because of the mega anchors all steel construction they

are non combustible and will not rot, warp, shrink and

are impervious to termites.

Mega anchors are designed to suite any type of

construction. Commercial, domestic, single and multi

story buildings.

The mega anchor is suitable for all types of ground:-

- CLASS 'A' - Little or no ground movement

- CLASS 'S' - Slightly reactive sites

- CLASS 'M' - Moderately reactive sites

- CLASS 'H' - Highly reactive sites

- CLASS 'E' - Extremely reactive sites

- CLASS 'P' - Problem sites

Because of the mega anchors installation process, little

if any site preparation is required. Making it ideal for

steep sloping sites.

This prevents against erosion and enables the structure

to be designed to run with the natural contour of the

land. It also allows for natural ventilation underneath

assisting with cooling in warmer climates.

The mega anchor is design to withstand the harshest

environments and weather conditions because of the

mega anchors geometric configuration and flexible

construction it performs brilliantly in earthquakes

cyclones and floods.

Pile depths

Correct pile depths are crucial to ensure maximum

effectiveness of the mega anchor footing system. With

Piles depths ranging from 350mm in rock and can be

up to 6.5m if required, the average depth is 900mm to

1500mm in clay soils.

The depth of the piles can be indicatively calculated

after a soil test is conducted, this will determine the

site classification and type of ground.

The actual pile depth is determined by driving a test

pile on site prior to installation.

The piles are driven to practical refusal, practical

refusal is calculated by the number of blows with a

given force over a given distance. Using 45 Joules of

force as a minimum requirement to calculate practical

refusal at a rate of 10mm over 10 seconds.

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a test pile be driven into the ground on site to

determine the depths of the piles.

1. Into rock and natural ground

All piles are to be driven to a minimum of 350mm into

rock and 800mm into natural ground all piles need to

be driven to practical refusal.*

2. Into fill and unstable ground

In fill and unstable ground the piles will be driven

through the unstable ground and found at least 800mm

into natural ground and driven to practical refusal.


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Mega Anchor Selection Guide

1

To determine what type of anchor you require you

will need to know the total weight of the structure

and elevation these are the two main variables

when selecting your anchors.

2

There are 3 types of building anchors to choose

from the standard, the heavy duty and the squat

mega anchor.

The standard anchors is commonly used for:-

-Decks

-Car ports

-Single story houses

-Solar ground mount systems

-Structures with an elevation less than 1m

The heavy duty anchor is commonly used for:-

-Multi story buildings

- Elevated Structures

-Commercial buildings

-Long span flooring systems

-Retaining walls

-Suspended concrete floors

The squat anchor is used commonly for:-

-Multi story buildings

- Elevated Structures

-Commercial buildings

-Long span flooring systems

-Retaining walls

-Suspended concrete floors

-Structures that are close to the ground

3

Depending on the elevation of the structure

bracing may be required.

Bracing is required when the structure is


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Mega Anchor Fixings

1 Fixing Brackets

There are a number of different fixing brackets for

connecting bearers and structural beams to the

anchor.

Mega Anchor Brackets:-

- MA4# Standard Angle Top

The MA4# slides over the 32NB riser

providing a solid fixing point for a range

bearers.

- MA5# Standard U Top


a solid fixing for vertical 90x90 timber

posts and can also be used for supporting

a range of bearers.

- MA14# Construction Bracket


providing a solid fixing pint for retaining

wall sleepers and bearers.

- MA15# Heavy Duty Flat Top


providing a flat fixing pint for large

bearers and I beams.

- MA16# Heavy Duty Angle Top


providing a solid fixing point for a range

of bearers.

- MA17# SHS Flat Top

The MA17# slides into 75x75 SHS

providing a flat fixing point for bearers

and beams.

- MA18# SHS Top Hat

The MA18# slides into the frame of the

standard anchor providing an attachment

for a 75x75 SHS riser

- MA23# Corner Construction Bracket


Providing a solid fixing point for retaining

wall sleepers and bearers being able to

go around corners.

- MA6# Standard Brace Bracket


providing a fixing point for s 32NB

galvanised pipe Brace

.

- MA7# Heavy Duty Brace Bracket

The MA7 slides over the 50NB riser

providing a fixing point for s 32NB

galvanised pipe Brace

-MA27# Heavy Duty Angle Top149


providing a solid fixing point for larger

bearers between 150mm to 200mm.

2 Riser Material

There are 3 main types of riser material:-

-32NB Galvanised Pipe

-50NB Galvanised Pipe

-75x75 Galvanised SHS

The riser material slides into the anchor frame and is

fixed using either Class 4 rated bolts to AS3566 or a

number of 14-20x22 to AS3566 Class 4 self drilling

and tapping screws in accordance with the design

requirement.

3 Screws & Bolts

Class 4 rated bolts to AS3566 or a number of 14-20x22 to AS3566 Class 4 self drilling and tapping

screws in accordance with the design requirement.

4 Bracing

There are 2 types of brace brackets used in the mega

anchor bracing system. Depending on what type of

anchor and bracing requirement.

The brace brackets slide over the pipe and is fixed

into position with a number of 14-20x22 to AS3566

Class 4 self drilling and tapping screws in

accordance with the design requirement.

The brace itself will need to be fixed at each end

with a 10mm Class 4 rated bolt to AS3566 to

ensure that the tek screws cannot sheer under

pressure.

5 Piles After the anchor is installed using the 32NB

galvanised pipe the pile is the fixed to the frame of

the anchor to ensure the anchor piles cannot move

through the pile guides on the frame of the anchor.

Using either a Class 4 rated bolt to AS3566 or at

least 2 14-20x22 to AS3566 Class 4 self drilling and

tapping screws in accordance with the design

requirement.


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The MA1# Heavy Duty Mega Anchor is designed to support

larger heavier structures and structures that are elevated.

Utilising 50NB CHS as the riser material this material is a

heavier material than what is used in the standard anchor

providing more lateral strength.

The MA2# Standard Mega Anchor is designed to support

lighter structures and structures that are closer to the ground

such as decks and transportable buildings. Utilising 32NB

CHS as the riser this can be a more cost effective solution in

situations where the heavy duty mega anchor is not required.

The MA24# Squat Mega Anchor is heavy duty mega anchor

designed for structures that are meant to be low to the

ground. Utilising 50NB CHS as the riser material this

material is a heavier material than what is used in the

standard anchor providing more lateral strength.

The MA3# Brace Mega Anchor is designed for bracing

structures in situations where is not be possible to run a

brace between 2 mega anchors.

Mega Anchor Detail

MA1#

MA2#

MA24#

MA3#


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1

This information has been collected on mega anchors

that have been installed to the design requirement

outlined in section one.

2 Uplift Capacity

Anchor Description SWL

MA1# Heavy Duty 5KN 30KN

MA2# Standard 5KN 30KN

MA3# Standard NA


3 Bearing Capacity

Anchor Description SWL


MA2# Standard 5KN 30KN

MA3# Standard NA


4 Bracing Capacity

Brace

Configuration Description SWL

Angle Brace Heavy Duty 5KN

Cross Brace Standard 10KN

Truss Brace Standard 10KN

Web Brace Heavy Duty 10KN

5 Maximum Loads To achieve maximum loads both down loads and up

loads the mega anchors will have to be installed

correctly.

It is possible to increase uplift capacity by increasing

the length of the piles in different conditions and

increasing the number of anchors.

It is also possible to increase the down load capacity

by either, using thicker pile and riser material and

increasing the amount of anchors to spread and share

the loads.

When the anchor is installed at its maximum possible

depth the bearing capacity of that anchor is then

reliant on the fixings and physical construction

integrity.


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Mega Anchor Installation

1 Marking Out

Tools Required

1. String Line

2. Marking Paint

3. Screw Driver

4. Plumb bob or level

Marking out where the anchors will go is one of the most important steps when installing anchors

because when the anchors are installed they are not easy to remove.

To determine the exact location of the anchors run a string line between 2 points measure out

where the anchors are to be placed marking the ground with marking paint then plumb down from

the line pinpointing the exact location for the anchors. Using a screw driver mark the intersection

point pushing the screw driver into the ground making a prominent hole in the ground.

2 Mega Anchor Installation

Tools Required

1. Mega Anchor Alignment tool

2. Mega Anchor Jack Hammer

Dolly

3. Electric Or Pneumatic Driver

4. Electric Or Pneumatic Drill

5. Hex Bit

6. 10mm Metal Drill Bit

7. Magnetic Sprit level

8. Screw Driver

9. String Line

10. Laser Level

The installation Is divided into 4 main processes

-1 Aligning the anchor

-2 Driving the piles

-3 Fixing the piles and riser

-4 Attaching the top

1 Aligning the mega anchor.

Slide the anchor over the end of the alignment tool then put the spike of the alignment tool into

the hole marked out in step 1 using the knocker drive the point of the alignment tool into the

ground until the 1st sleeve of the alignment sits on the top of the mega anchor this will hold the

anchor and the alignment tool in place. Using a small magnetic level, move the alignment to get

the anchor plumb then use the knocker to stabilise the anchor in position.

Note:

Do not drive the anchor too far in the ground as it can make it difficult to insert the tek screws

later.


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2 Driving the piles

Insert the 3 pre cut piles into the mega anchor guides; slide the jack hammer in to one of the piles.

Note:

Be sure to hold the alignment tool because the weight of the jack hammer can pull the anchor out

of alignment.

Drive the first 3 piles 1/3 of the way into the ground and check that the anchor is plumb and

adjust accordingly. When the 3 piles are driven half way into the ground check that the mega

anchor is plumb.

Note:

It is very important to have the anchor plumb by This point because after the piles are half way

into the ground there is little or no movement in the mega anchor.

Then remove the alignment tool and finish driving the piles into the ground until level with the

mega anchor pile guides.

Note:

All mega anchors must be installed to the design requirement

3 Fixing the piles and riser

When the piles have been installed finish the installation by drilling tek screws into the guides.

There are 4 pre drilled holes in each pile guide that mark the location for the tek screws

Note:

In some cases it may not be possible to drill through the pre drilled holes, in this case you can

drill through the pile guide.


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When all the anchors have been installed set the height of the 2 end mega anchors. Measuring

from the ground to the required height cut the riser to the required height.

Note:

Cutting the riser material 20 30mm longer than required will make it easier to adjust to the

right height.

Slide the riser into the centre of the mega anchor, slid the top over the riser then adjust to the

required height and attach to the anchor frame using either tek screws or bolts to the design

requirement.

4 Attaching the top,

The riser is then fixed to the riser using either tek screws or bolts to the design requirement.

Note:

The tops have pre drilled holes to make it easier to attach the top.

The mega anchor installation in now finished and ready to support the bearer of your choice.


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Mega Anchor Bracing

1

The mega anchor bracing system is an easy and effective bracing system utilising the mega

anchor brace brackets and brace anchor effectively bracing any structure.

There are two different sized brace brackets MA6# and MA7# the brace bracket size is

determined by the type of anchor. The brace anchor MA3# is a stand alone brace anchor that

provides bracing direct from the ground to the anchor riser.

MA3# MA6# MA7#

Bracing Configurations.

The brace brackets can be easily configured for angle, cross, web and truss bracing configurations

depending on your bracing requirements.

Angle Bracing. (2 bracket construction)

The angle brace is constructed by placing 1 brace bracket on each riser at the required location to

achieve an effective brace. Measure between the 2 brackets will give you the correct length for

the brace.

Note:

Tightening the bracket will make it easier to measure.

After cutting the brace make sure there are no bures on the ends of the pipe as this can make it

difficult to insert into the brace bracket sleeve. Slide one end of the brace into the brace bracket

sleeve then slide the other brace bracket up or down so that the brace fits in.

Note:

if there is not enough movement in the brackets to insert the brace you can remove the sleeve by

removing the bolt that attaches the sleeve insert the other end of the brace and the re attach.

Push down on the top brace bracket down to take up any slack in the brace then tighten bolts, The

brace is then fixed to the brace bracket using either tek screws or bolts to the design requirement.


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Angle Bracing. (1 Bracket and brace anchor construction)

The angle brace is constructed by placing 1 brace bracket on the riser at the required location then

installing the brace anchor in the correct location to achieve an effective brace.

For the brace to be effective the location of the brace anchor will have to be calculated before it is

installed. This can be calculated by sliding the brace bracket over the riser to its required height

then measuring from the ground to centre of the brace bracket then using this measurement

measure horizontally from the base of the anchor in the required direction for the brace. This will

be the location for the brace anchor.

With the 3 measurements you can calculate the length of the brace (see example )1

After the brace has been cut to length slide the brace into the brace bracket on the riser then into

the brace anchor. Install the brace anchor by driving the 3 piles into the ground. The piles are then

fixed to the brace anchor frame using either tek screws or bolts to the design requirement.

Note:

When installing the brace anchor the middle pile must be installed first.

When the brace anchor has been installed tighten the bolts, then fix the brace to the brace bracket

and the brace bracket to the riser using either tek screws or bolts to the design requirement.

Note:

When installing the brace anchor the riser may be pushed out of plumb so before fixing the brace

bracket check that the riser is plumb.


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Cross Brace.

The cross brace is constructed with 6 brace brackets depending on what size riser is used you will

require 6 standard building brace brackets for a 32NB riser or 4 heavy duty brace brackets and 2

standard brace brackets.

The cross brace construction is much the same as the angle brace however before the angle brace

in inserted an additional 2 standard brace bracket are slipped onto the brace.

When the angle brace is constructed there are 2 additional braces that brace off the centre of the

angle brace. Mark the centre of the angle and loosely fix the 2 brace brackets in place.

Measure between each bracket to find out the length of each brace and cut the brace to the

required length.

Slide the braces into the brace brackets completing the cross brace.

When complete tighten all bolts and fix in place with tek screws or bolts to the design

requirement.

Note:

For elevated structures above 2m high double cross bracing may be required.


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Truss & Web Bracing

Truss and web bracing can be used in areas where angle and cross bracing may not be an option.

Truss and web bracing enable you to utilise the open spaces below your structure.

The truss brace utilises multiple brace brackets to achieve the truss and web configurations.


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Mega Anchor Retaining Walls

4 The mega anchor retaining wall system is a quick and effective way to construct retaining

walls.

The Mega Anchor retaining wall system utilises the mega anchor construction brackets

MA14#, MA23# & the Mega Anchor Bracing System.

Retaining Wall Construction

1. The anchor positions are marked out and the anchors are installed at the required

locations (see Mega Anchor Installation page 9)

2. The risers are then cut to the required length. Then using a laser level or string line

are adjusted to the correct height and fixed to the anchor. (see Mega Anchor

Installation page 9)

3. After the riser has been fixed simply slide the first set of construction brackets over

the risers to the required height and tec screw in place.

4. The construction brackets provide a solid fixing point for timber concrete sleepers

or steel beams.

Note:

Depending on the height of the retaining wall bracing may be required. Be sure to calculate

where and what direction the bracing is required (see Mega Anchor Bracing page 12)

because the brace brackets will need to be inserted during the construction of the retaining

wall.


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Mega Anchor Removal

5 There are 3 ways of removing the mega anchor

Removal Method 1: Mega Anchor Removal Tool.

This method of removal utilises the mega anchor removal tool this method is recommended

in cases where the anchor and the piles need to be fully removed from the site.

The Process:

1. Remove the tek screws that fix the pile to the anchor

2. Insert the end of the removal tool into the pipe

3. Tighten the end bit of the tool so the rubber expands griping the side of the pipe

4. adjust the leaver so that it is pulling on the same angle as the pipe

5. Press down on the leaver to remove the pile

6. Repeat this process for each individual pile

7. When removing the 3rd pile leave the pile attached as this make it easier to remove

the last pile.

Removal Method 2: Cut Off

This method of removal is a quicker easier alternative where you simply cut off the mega

anchor piles below the anchor frame.

The Process:

1. Dig around the anchor to just below the anchor frame

2. Cut each pile below the anchor frame

Removal Method 3: Pull out

This method of removal may be suitable is some situations but not recommended. The pull

out method requires heavy machinery such as an excavator, back hoe or forklift this method

can be destructive to the anchor.

The Process

1. Connect a chain to the anchor frame.

2. Connect the other end of the chain to the machinery.

3. Apply pressure until the anchor pulls out of the ground.

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