AKELA Ground Engineering has completed groundworks for its first major contract in Ireland using its ‘groundbreaking’ ABeam system.
Marking a milestone in the company’s expansion across Ireland, the project, located at Guidenstown in Co Kildare, forms part of a high-spec equine development featuring stables, barns, staff accommodation, and associated infrastructure.
Akela’s scope included the installation and testing of 75 pre-cast concrete piles in just two days, followed by the ‘rapid’ installation of over 300 linear metres of its pre-cast ABeam Foundation system.
The entire ABeam installation, including pile cropping, beam placement, and client handover, was completed in under four days.
Barry Christy, operations manager for Akela Ground Engineering Ireland, said, “This project is a fantastic example of what ABeam can deliver for developers in Ireland, offering speed, certainty and a high-quality finish and totally non-weather dependent. We’re proud to have completed our first major Irish contract with such efficiency and look forward to supporting more clients with our innovative foundation solutions.”
Launched to the Scottish and UK markets in 2024, Akela’s ABeam system is described as the first of its kind to feature a ‘unique’ mechanical pinned joint, designed to eliminate the need for in-situ concrete, pile caps, or follow-up trades. The system is also backed by NHBC Accepts certification. With the ability to be installed in a matter of hours, regardless of weather conditions, ABeam is said to have delivered significant time and cost savings for housebuilders across Scotland and England. Akela is now focused on gaining traction in the Irish market.
Will Payne, MD at Akela Ground Engineering, added, “Our expansion into Ireland was driven by demand for smarter, faster foundation solutions and this project proves that ABeam can deliver exactly that. With NHBC Accepts certification and a proven track record across the UK, we’re excited to bring this capability to more Irish developments.”
Akela Ground Engineering Ireland, based in Co Armagh, was launched earlier this year.
