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1 The World s Strongest Anchor Product Catalog & Application Literature Smetana Lane, Ste. 140 Office (800) :..:. Eden Prairie, MN Fax (952)

About Established in 2006, designs, supplies, and distributes high strength helical piling products to the United States and abroad.

North America for the past 30 years with sales in excess of $2.5 billion per year.

deep foundation and soil stabilization, we worked closely with industry experts to understand exactly what it would take to come up with the strongest helical anchor product in the world.

We did just that, using a patented inertia welded connection, 35% stronger steel, and 100 years of sales understanding and relationships.

2 About Established in 2006, designs, supplies, and distributes high strength helical piling products to the United States and abroad. parent company, Viking Forest Products, is one of nine divisions that comprise Forest City Trading Group, one of the largest whole sale distributor of wood panel, lumber and industrial products in North America for the past 30 years with sales in excess of $2.5 billion per year. Our parent company, Viking Forest Products, has been in the forest products and construction industry for over 100 years Products In order to design and engineer an unparalleled helical anchor for deep foundation and soil stabilization, we worked closely with industry experts to understand exactly what it would take to come up with the strongest helical anchor product in the world. What we found out was that in order to achieve our goal we needed three things: stronger couplings/connections, stronger steel in the shafts, and stronger service. We did just that, using a patented inertia welded connection, 35% stronger steel, and 100 years of sales understanding and relationships. Service To supplement our products also provides in-house engineering services to work every step of the way from project conception to completion. Our services include preliminary design support, stamped submittals/designs, design recommendations, site and installation support, custom design fabrication, and more. No project is the same, and our entire staff from sales and marketing to engineering and management will make certain we understand exactly what makes your business unique. This allows us to provide you with the absolute best service, going above expectations while building strong, lasting relationships. 2

3 Product Catalog and Application Literature 2013 Table of Contents About 2 Applications and Uses 4 Tube Shaft Products Tube Shaft Product Ratings Tube Shaft Leads and Extensions Tube Shaft Leads and Extensions Tube Shaft Leads and Extensions Tube Shaft Leads and Extensions 15 Tube Shaft Technical Specifications and Notes 16 Construction Products and Accessories New Construction Caps 18 Brackets and Underpinning Products 19 Tie-backs and Soil Retention Products 21 Case Literature J.P.S.O. Homeland Security Communications Tower 22 SunDurance Energy Solar Panel Array 23 3

Applications and Uses Building Foundations When poor soils prevent the use of traditional shallow spread footings our anchors can be used, even in the harshest of soil environments, as a substitute.

The anchors handle all of the building weight, and because we can support large loads, quite often we can reduce the number of piles required.

4 Applications and Uses Building Foundations When poor soils prevent the use of traditional shallow spread footings our anchors can be used, even in the harshest of soil environments, as a substitute. New construction caps are placed on the top of the anchor and rebar is tied or welded in before the columns are poured. The anchors handle all of the building weight, and because we can support large loads, quite often we can reduce the number of piles required. Solar Farms Our helical piers have replaced concrete as the standard for solar structural supports on a number of projects. Helical anchors are easily screwed out of the ground eliminating the task of removing concrete columns and replacing with fill once decommissioned. Lateral loads are the biggest concern in supporting solar arrays. Often we can combat these forces with either battered (angled) piles on the end of the array string, or we simply increase the diameter of the pipe. 4

Communications, Transmission, and Other Towers Whether it is for self-supporting or

capacity anchors to reduce the amount of steel required to support loads in excess of

5MW and larger wind tower foundations required an exorbitant amount of resources,

The more concrete involved, the longer the cure time required before the turbine is

Our anchors have the ability to reduce the concrete required to just the turbine

5 Communications, Transmission, and Other Towers Whether it is for self-supporting or guy wire supported, our anchors are the foundation for communication and transmission towers across the U.S. We've designed foundations that save time and money by taking advantage of our high capacity anchors to reduce the amount of steel required to support loads in excess of 300 KIP. Wind Turbines In the past 1.5MW and larger wind tower foundations required an exorbitant amount of resources, sometimes in excess of 420 cubic yards of concrete and 60,000 lbs. of rebar. The more concrete involved, the longer the cure time required before the turbine is able to be erected. Our anchors have the ability to reduce the concrete required to just the turbine foundation cap, saving an enormous amount of installation time, mobilization, and money. More! The applications for our helical anchors, helical piles, and helical piers as an option for deep foundation systems are numerous and we have only noted several of the common uses. Our support and engineering staff are available to help you on any design-build projects you have in mind and we are more than willing to try something new. We'll turn your ideas into reality. 5

6 Tube Shaft Products Table 1: Tube Shaft Product Ratings Product Series Shaft Size (in) Wall Thickness (in) Ultimate Tension Strength Compression Load Limit Ultimate Torsional Strength (ft-lbs) Installation Factor (k) Capacity Based on Torsional Strength TS OD , ,000 6, ,000 TS OD , ,000 9, ,000 TS OD , ,000 16, ,000 TS OD , ,000 27, ,000 TS OD , ,000 48, ,000 Note: The capacities shown above in Table 2 for ultimate tension strength and compression load limit are calculated ratings not determined by field tests. The ultimate torsional strength values shown above are actually determined by statistical analysis of laboratory testing results except for values with an asterisk next to them. Values with an asterisk next to them are calculated ratings. Our unique facility contains a torsion testing machine allowing us to test all our products. is committed to testing and improving all of our finished products to provide the best quality for the customer. The table will be updated when testing is completed for those products with an asterisk. 6

7 Figure 2: Tube Shaft Product Cross Section 7

8 2.375 Tube Shaft Leads (0.190 Wall and 3/8 Helical Plates*) Ultimate Torsional Strength 65,000 ft-lbs Capacity Based on Torsional Strength: 65 KIP LEAD ANCHOR CONFIGURATIONS** A Diameter B Diameter C Diameter Plate Diameter (in) A B C Shaft Length (ft) TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 8

9 2.375 Tube Shaft Leads (0.254 Wall and 3/8 Helical Plates*) Ultimate Torsional Strength 9,000 ft-lbs Capacity Based on Torsional Strength: 90 KIP LEAD ANCHOR CONFIGURATIONS** A Diameter B Diameter C Diameter Plate Diameter (in) A B C Shaft Length (ft) TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 9

10 2.375 Tube Shaft Extensions (0.190 Wall and 3/8 Helical Plates*) EXTENSION CONFIGURATIONS** Plain Extension Extension with Helical Plate Plate Diameter Plate Diameter (in) Shaft Length (ft) TE TE TE * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available Tube Shaft Extensions (0.254 Wall and 3/8 Helical Plates*) Plate Diameter (in) Shaft Length (ft) TE TE TE TE TE * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 10

11 2.875 Tube Shaft Leads (0.276 Wall and 3/8 Helical Plates*) Ultimate Torsional Strength 16,000 ft-lbs Capacity Based on Torsional Strength: 144 KIP LEAD ANCHOR CONFIGURATIONS** A Diameter B Diameter C Diameter Plate Diameter (in) A B C Shaft Length (ft) TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 11

12 2.875 Tube Shaft Extensions (0.276 Wall and 3/8 Helical Plates*) EXTENSION CONFIGURATIONS** Plain Extension Extension with Helical Plate Plate Diameter Plate Diameter (in) Shaft Length (ft) TE TE TE TE TE * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 12

13 3.5 Tube Shaft Leads (0.368 Wall and 1/2 Helical Plates*) Ultimate Torsional Strength 27,000 ft-lbs Capacity Based on Torsional Strength: 216 KIP LEAD ANCHOR CONFIGURATIONS** A Diameter B Diameter C Diameter Plate Diameter (in) A B C Shaft Length (ft) TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 13

14 3.5 Tube Shaft Extensions (0.368 Wall and 1/2 Helical Plates*) EXTENSION CONFIGURATIONS** Plain Extension Extension with Helical Plate Plate Diameter Plate Diameter (in) Shaft Length (ft) TE TE TE TE TE * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 14

15 4.5 Tube Shaft Leads (0.337 Wall and 1/2 Helical Plates*) Ultimate Torsional Strength 48,000 ft-lbs Capacity Based on Torsional Strength: 312 KIP LEAD ANCHOR CONFIGURATIONS** A Diameter B Diameter C Diameter Plate Diameter (in) A B C Shaft Length (ft) TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL TL * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 15

Helical Plate Plate Diameter Plate Diameter (in) Shaft Length (ft) TE41233760-5 111

16 4.5 Tube Shaft Extensions (0.337 Wall and 1/2 Helical Plates*) EXTENSION CONFIGURATIONS** Plain Extension Extension with Helical Plate Plate Diameter Plate Diameter (in) Shaft Length (ft) TE TE TE TE TE * Helical plates available in 3/8, 1/2 or 3/4 thickness ** Custom configurations available 16

17 Model TS Helical Anchor Systems Technical Specifications and Notes Shaft Material: Helix Blades: ASTM A519 Yield Strength = 80 ksi (minimum) ASTM A572 Grade 50 x 3/8, 1/2, or 3/4 Thick Yield Strength = 50 ksi (minimum) Helix blade geometry in accordance with ICC-ES AC358 All helices spaced 3 times the diameter of the preceding helix unless otherwise specified by the customer The standard helix has a sharpened leading edge Helix Plate Weldment: Fillet Weld per ANSI/AWS D1.1 Welding Process: GMAW (Pulse arc) Electrode: ER70s diameter Gas: 90% Argon, 10% CO 2 Box Connection: AISI 4125M; Q&T to HRC Yield Strength = 107 ksi (minimum) Pin Connection: AISI 4140; Q&T to HRC Yield Strength = 107 ksi (minimum) Tube/Connection Weldment: Inertia Friction Weld per ANSI/AWS C6.1 Full Strength Metallurgical Bond Coupling Bolts: Anchor Finish: ASTM A325 Bolts with Nuts (standard) Yield Strength = 92 ksi (minimum) 2.375" helical products: 3.5 x 0.625" dia. bolt and nut 2.875" helical products: 4 x 0.75" dia. bolt and nut 3.5 helical products: 4.75 x 0.875" dia. bolt and nut 4.5" helical products: 6.5 x 1.125" dia. bolt and nut ASTM A490 bolts available for and 7 helical products Available plain or hot-dip galvanized coating per ASTM A123 17

New Construction Caps Tied to reinforcement bar prior to the concrete being poured, new construction caps are placed on foundation anchors for support of new building foundations, towers, and other

18 New Construction Caps Tied to reinforcement bar prior to the concrete being poured, new construction caps are placed on foundation anchors for support of new building foundations, towers, and other structures. Viking has the ability to supply just about any size or custom configuration needed and are available with or without holes, galvanized or non-galvanized. Contact if you have a special configuration in mind. Plate Diameter (in) Length Width Thickness NCC /4 17 NCC /4 28 NCC /4 32 NCC /2 15 NCC /4 21 NCC /4 30 NCC /4 36 NCC /2 17 NCC /4 23 NCC /4 34 NCC /4 38 NCC /2 20 NCC /4 25 NCC /4 36 NCC /4 40 NCC NCC * for construction cap are estimated ** Custom configurations available 18

Brackets/Underpinning Products Viking s brackets and underpinning accessories can be used to remediate sinking foundations or in support of new construction.

We also have the ability to supply U-beam brackets for boardwalks, posts, and other applications. Standard sizes are fitted for 4 x4 and 8 x8 posts.

19 Brackets/Underpinning Products Viking s brackets and underpinning accessories can be used to remediate sinking foundations or in support of new construction. Our underpinning bracket T-pipe models support a variety of load capacities with 10 KIP, 40 KIP, 80 KIP, and 120 KIP options. We also have the ability to supply U-beam brackets for boardwalks, posts, and other applications. Standard sizes are fitted for 4 x4 and 8 x8 posts. Contact us for custom size requirements. Light Duty Bracket for 10 KIP Applications U-Beam Bracket for Boardwalks and Posts Light Duty and U-Beam Post Brackets Anchor Shaft Size (in) LDB 1.5 UB UB

Brackets/Underpinning Products Standard Duty Bracket for 40-80 KIP Applications Heavey Duty Bracket for 120 KIP

375 SDBTP402875 2.875 Standard Bracket (80 KIP T-Pipe) Anchor Shaft Size (in) SDBTP80112 1.5 SDBTP80175 1.75 SDBTP802375 2.

20 Brackets/Underpinning Products Standard Duty Bracket for KIP Applications Heavey Duty Bracket for 120 KIP Applications Standard Bracket (40 KIP T-Pipe) Anchor Shaft Size (in) SDBTP SDBTP SDBTP SDBTP Standard Bracket (80 KIP T-Pipe) Anchor Shaft Size (in) SDBTP SDBTP SDBTP SDBTP Heavy Duty Bracket (120 KIP T-Pipe) Anchor Shaft Size (in) HDBTP HDBTP HDBTP

Tie-Backs and Soil Retention Products Used for permanent, or temporary retaining walls, shoring applications, or in tie-back situations; our sub connections for the tieback assembly units are

21 Tie-Backs and Soil Retention Products Used for permanent, or temporary retaining walls, shoring applications, or in tie-back situations; our sub connections for the tieback assembly units are precision machined to fit shoulder to shoulder into our anchors. Tieback Assembly Units Anchor Shaft Diameter (in) TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA Helical Sub Transition Connections Anchor Shaft Diameter (in) Dwyidag Rod Thickness (in) TR TR TR TR TR TR TR

Guy Wire Supported Communications Tower Project Overview: Jefferson Parish Sheriff s Office Homeland Security Tower DESCRIPTION This homeland security communications tower was originally designed to

The project was incorrectly specified by others to a safety factor of 2 in clayey soils with blow counts ranging from 2 to 14.

anchors. and their engineers redesigned this tension system with less steel using 2.875" and 3.5" round shaft helical anchors.

22 Guy Wire Supported Communications Tower Project Overview: Jefferson Parish Sheriff s Office Homeland Security Tower DESCRIPTION This homeland security communications tower was originally designed to use 1.5" RCS grouted helical anchors to support 3 inner guy wires, 3 outside guy wires and the center tower support. The project was incorrectly specified by others to a safety factor of 2 in clayey soils with blow counts ranging from 2 to 14. With the help of Viking s engineering support, which caught the safety factor error made in the original design, the contractor was able to save time and money by installing less steel via stronger anchors. and their engineers redesigned this tension system with less steel using 2.875" and 3.5" round shaft helical anchors. A custom guywire fan attachment had to be designed and manufactured to support the 1278 KIP tension load. A correct tensile safety factor of 3, as was initially required, was used during the design. Tower base: 16 piles supporting 1,856 KIP Skin friction and torque were the two primary components that allowed Viking to design this system to be 30% stronger and 25% cheaper while using more than 15% less LF of steel than was originally planned. No grout support was required during installation. QUICK FACTS Tower Base Design 16 piles Helical Pile Shaft: 3.5 OD with wall Helix Configuration: Average Depth of Installation: 125 ft. Required Torque: 12,250 ft-lb. Capacity Per Helical Pile: 116 KIP Total Capacity: 1,856 KIP View from outter most guy wire connection Inner Guywire Design 6 piles Helical Pile Shaft: OD with wall Helix Configuration: Angle of Installation: 49 Average Depth of Installation: 120 ft. Required Torque: 5,300 ft-lb. Capacity Per Helical Pile: 100 KIP Total Capacity: 600 KIP Outside Guywire Design 10 piles Helical Pile Shaft: 3.5 OD with wall Helix Configuration: Angle of Installation: 36 Average Depth of Installation: 105 ft. Required Torque: 12,250 ft-lb. Capacity Per Helical Pile: 125 KIP Total Capacity: 1,278 KIP Final product of outter guy wires

TheWorld sstrongestanchor ProjectOverview: SunDuranceEnergy SolarPanelFarm Thissolarfarm structurewasoriginaly plannedas1.75 RCSgroutedhelicalanchorstosupportsolarpanels.

to combatthelateralforcesgroutingwas neededtosupportthesmaleranchors ontheoriginalplan. Viking sredesign on theprojectproposedusing4.5 ODtubeshaftanchors witha10-12 -14 ightcon guration.

23 TheWorld sstrongestanchor ProjectOverview: SunDuranceEnergy SolarPanelFarm Thissolarfarm structurewasoriginaly plannedas1.75 RCSgroutedhelicalanchorstosupportsolarpanels.Thegeotechnicalsoilsreportindicatedsoilblow countsrangingfrom 10to12witha watertablebelow22feet. Theworkinglateralload,whichisoften foundonsolar projects, wasdeterminedtobe1,200lbs.or1.2kip.to combatthelateralforcesgroutingwas neededtosupportthesmaleranchors ontheoriginalplan. Viking sredesign on theprojectproposedusing4.5 ODtubeshaftanchors witha ightcon guration. Theanchorswereinstaledto18feet. Viking sdesignwaschosenforthecost reduction,theminimalenvironmental impact(asopposedtothegrouting),as welastheshortertimeofinstalation overgroutedpiles. Solarpanelsbeinghoistedontoanchorstructure Finalinstaledpanelproductwithhelicalanchorsuports QUICKFACTS ULTIMATELATERALLOAD: ULTIMATECOMPRESSIONLOAD: ULTIMATETENSION/UPLIFTLOAD: AVERAGEDEPTHOFINSTALLATION: COSTREDUCTION: SAFTEYFACTORUSED: 2,400lbs.peranchor 46KIPperanchor 7.5KIPperanchor 18ft. Approximately18% 2.0 VIKINGHELICALANCHORS 7615SmetanaLane EdenPrairieMN55344 Fax: Office:

The World s Strongest Anchor A division of Viking Forest

com 7615 Smetana Lane, Suite 140 Eden Prairie, MN 55344

941-4633 Product specifications and designs may change

24 The World s Strongest Anchor A division of Viking Forest Products, LLC. Viking Forest Products Smetana Lane, Suite 140 Eden Prairie, MN Office: (800) Local: (952) Fax: (952) Product specifications and designs may change without notice. Product Catalog & Application Literature May 2013 V

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