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Two product ranges designed and manufactured in Finland. From utility-scale energy projects to your garden terrace, you choose the foundation that matches your requirements.
At Paalupiste, we design and manufacture our own PRO and HELIX series helical piles in Finland. Whether your project demands industrial load capacity or a simple DIY terrace foundation, you get Finnish-made quality backed by over 25 years of engineering experience and more than 2,000 delivered projects across multiple countries.
Designed for larger structures and demanding load requirements, PRO screw piles give you a versatile, high-performance foundation solution. Your project benefits from fast installation, minimal site disturbance, and verified load capacity at every pile.
Standard tube diameters range from 60.3 mm to 323.4 mm with helix sizes from 150 mm to 1,000 mm. Custom dimensions are available for any project that falls outside the standard range.
Your project saves on labour and equipment costs. Screw piles are installed in minutes, not days. Building starts immediately after the last pile is in.
You skip excavation, frost insulation, drainage, and casting. Fewer work phases mean fewer risks, lower costs, and a simpler project.
Screw piles are compact and stackable. Your logistics costs stay low, and storage on site is straightforward even in tight spaces.
Lightweight piles fit on standard transport. You reach difficult sites without heavy machinery convoys or special access roads.
Up to 1,000 kN per pile. The helix transfers load directly to bearing soil, so you need fewer and shorter piles for your structure.
Installation, load verification, and handover completed in a single mobilisation. Your project timeline shrinks and coordination stays simple.
Your site stays accessible. Small excavators with hydraulic drive heads handle the installation, reducing ground pressure and site impact.
Zero concrete, zero excavation waste. The environment around your foundation remains intact. 100% removable and recyclable steel.
PRO series piles are installed using hydraulic drive heads mounted on excavators or dedicated piling rigs. The drive head rotates the pile into the ground while applying controlled downward pressure. Your installation crew monitors torque values in real time, verifying load capacity during the installation process.
You can purchase piles and install them with your own equipment, or choose our full turnkey service. With turnkey delivery, Paalupiste handles soil investigation, design, manufacturing, installation, and documentation as a single package.
Each pile is manufactured to project specifications: helix size, number of helices, pile length and surface treatment are selected per project. All piles made from high-strength SSAB steel with full material traceability. Contact us for engineering support.
Designed for smaller structures and DIY projects, HELIX screw piles give you a professional-grade foundation that you can install yourself. No excavation, no concrete, no heavy machinery. Your terrace, fence, garden building, or pier gets a stable, long-lasting foundation in hours instead of days.
HELIX piles are our 2nd generation design with a cast steel head and optimised helice geometry for easier manual installation. Available in standard lengths from 0.70 m to 3.20 m with a 160 mm helice diameter. Available in plain finish or hot-dip galvanized for lasting corrosion protection.
You do not need heavy machinery or professional crews. One or two people install HELIX piles by hand or with a standard electric drill. Your project stays in your control.
A typical terrace foundation takes 2 to 4 hours. You start building the same day. No waiting for concrete to cure, no scheduling excavation equipment.
Our 2nd generation HELIX features a cast steel head that cuts through soil and navigates roots better than traditional models. More durable than traditional helices, with better grip and higher stability for your finished foundation.
No mixing, no pouring, no mess. Your garden and yard stay undamaged. Remove and reuse the piles if you ever change your plans.
Hot zinc galvanization protects every pile against corrosion for decades. Your foundation lasts as long as your structure, guaranteed for 50 years.
HELIX piles available through your local Paalupiste distributor. No distributor in your country? Contact us directly. Short lead time.
Screw depth is adjustable. You compensate for slopes and uneven terrain by simply screwing each pile to the right height. Your structure sits level.
A full range of brackets and adapters connects your pile to timber, steel, or concrete. Your design options stay open from the start.
Your HELIX foundation is ready in 3 simple steps. No heavy equipment, no concrete curing. Install by hand with the included SR100 kit or with a standard electric drill for faster results.
Begin by creating a pilot hole using a crowbar. Place the HELIX pile vertically into the hole and turn it clockwise using a crowbar or the SR100 installation kit with two people working together.
Apply the SR100 installation kit with two people or use an electric pile driver. Tighten the pile into the ground until it reaches solid bearing soil. Check level across all piles and adjust depth as needed. Attach the bracket on top of each pile.
Once all piles are set and levelled, attach your chosen bracket or adapter on top. Start building your frame structure immediately. No drying time, no curing, no waiting.
HELIX piles are available in plain finish or hot-dip galvanized with 50-year corrosion guarantee. Available individually or in project packs. Contact your local Paalupiste distributor for availability, or reach out to us directly.
Compared to traditional concrete foundations, helical piles deliver measurable advantages across cost, time, sustainability, and site access.
Your installation efficiency depends on the equipment. We supply drive heads, alignment systems, and complete drill packages for every pile size and excavator class.
Professional hydraulic drive heads for excavators from 1.5 to 50 tonnes. Your crew gets consistent torque delivery and reliable performance across all soil conditions.
Our own installation equipment line, engineered specifically for Paalupiste screw piles. Optimised gear ratios and mounting systems for maximum installation speed on your site.
Digital alignment guidance ensures your piles go in straight. Real-time feedback on the display helps your operator maintain vertical accuracy throughout installation.
Whether you need equipment for a single project or ongoing operations, we have the right option for your business.
Own your installation equipment outright. Full control over scheduling, maintenance, and utilisation. Your investment pays back project after project.
Flexible, project-based equipment access. You get the right drive head for each job without capital commitment. Ideal for testing screw pile installation or handling peak demand.