Dewatering

NCS Fluid Handling Systems works continuously improving well-point system to improve overall systems performance and system longevity while construction activities on the go. This solution mindset and product development doesn’t stop in the lab it is also applied to improved safe operations, well point installation method and tools, both in rocky applications where drilling is needed and sandy soils where jetting punches are used. NCS Fluid Handling Systems in the past 12 months has added new well point installation tools that are mounted directly to our CAT 315 Excavators for improved installation and safety.
In a short explanation Well pointing performed by NCS Fluid Handling Systems is:
Well point dewatering is a method used to remove water from the ground around a construction site. It is commonly used in excavation work, foundation construction, and other applications where water needs to be removed from the site in order to create a dry work area.
Well point dewatering works by creating a series of small wells or "points" in the ground around the construction site. These wells are connected by a header pipe, which collects water from each of the wells and transfers it to a discharge point outside the work area.
Each well is fitted with a screen that prevents soil particles from entering the well while allowing water to pass through. The well points are installed to a depth below the water table, so that the water level in the well is lower than the water level in the surrounding soil. This creates a negative pressure in the well that draws water from the soil and into the header pipe.
The water is pumped from the header pipe to the discharge point, which can be located at a distance from the construction site. The discharge point must be located in a location that meets all local and federal regulations, such as a retention pond or a municipal sewer system.
Well point dewatering is an effective way to remove water from the ground because it allows for the controlled and efficient removal of water from a specific area. This helps to minimize the impact of construction activities on the surrounding environment and to prevent soil erosion, which can negatively affect the stability of the construction site.
In conclusion, well point dewatering is a useful tool in construction applications where water needs to be removed from the ground in order to create a dry work area. It works by creating a series of small wells that draw water from the soil, which is then transferred to a discharge point outside the work area. Well point dewatering is an effective and efficient way to control water levels and minimize the impact of construction activities on the surrounding environment.