Construction and repair of berths
For parking, mooring and servicing of water transport, berths and piers are constructed. The first is a prepared place near the shore, and the pier is a structure that protrudes into the reservoir itself.
Today they are also used in the recreational sector: for swimming and fishing.
Types of berths
According to the construction elements used and the construction method, the following are distinguished:
- Pile berths and piers
- Pontoon docks and piers.
Metal, concrete and reinforced concrete supports are used for the construction of berths. The material and dimensions are selected based on the characteristics of the bottom, the characteristics of the waves and winds in the working area, and the type of water transport that is serviced here.
The method of constructing a sea pier is selected based on its location, bottom relief, climatic conditions, and soil type.
Among the advantages: accessibility of the construction site for ground-based special equipment, stable tolerance to natural disasters (floods, erosion of banks, ice drifts, etc.).
Disadvantages: high labor intensity and cost; need to obtain permission for construction work in a water protection zone.
These are prefabricated structures made of modular blocks with a locking connection.
The advantages of building berths using this method are mobility and relative cheapness. Pontoons are erected faster, and if necessary, they can also be easily dismantled to move to another location.
Disadvantages: instability to natural disasters (sharp floods, fast currents, strong winds, etc.); short service life compared to pile structures; low load-bearing capacity.
Repair and maintenance of berths
Any berthing structures, even if they are designed and built with maximum precision, require periodic monitoring and maintenance. This is necessary to ensure their safety in further operation. This includes inspection of structures, underwater technical, repair work, as well as shore reinforcement.
Repairs may be required due to improper use, natural wear and tear, or climatic conditions. A more serious reason for repairing a berth may be the destruction of a gabion structure, for example, due to improper construction technology or poor-quality materials.
Repair and construction services for berths
OOO "Vodolaz-Service" offers services for the construction and repair of berths and piers. Specialists will go to the site to:
- inspection of the current state of structures;
- taking measurements and determining the scope of work;
- Next, you will receive recommendations on the construction of facilities, as well as the cost of specific work from our company.
We design, build and repair berths of any complexity. Our staff includes experienced specialists with a wealth of knowledge and experience that helps them cope with any task. And finally, we have modern equipment that ensures the speed and safety of construction. If necessary, we will provide you with a package of documents that allow us to carry out such work.
