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About SoilWicks

SoilWicks is a ground improvement contractor that specialises in the supply and installation of Prefabricated Vertical Drains (PVDs). Established in 2000, SoilWicks has grown to position itself as Australia’s leading installer of PVDs.

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25 Years Leading the PVD Industry

We have successfully delivered Prefabricated Vertical Drains (PVDs) solutions for diverse, multi-disciplinary projects throughout Australia for over 24 years.

Our approach is grounded in exceptional project management and delivery, ensuring excellence regardless of scale or complexity in everything we do. We deeply value our client relationships and we are committed to exceeding expectations through collaborative and innovative solutions.

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Plant Equipment

All of SoilWicks’ seven PVD installation rigs are fitted with industry leading computerised measuring and recording systems that provide the installation details of each installed PVD.

In addition to this, each rig is also fitted with a RTK GPS system that records the installed location of each wick drain to within 50mm. This technology combined with SoilWicks’ comprehensive reporting systems mean that all PVD installations can be quickly and easily verified against the requirements of the design specification.

SoilWicks’ installation rigs are of varying size and maximum installation depths. Our largest rig is capable of installing to a maximum depth of 45m.

To provide support, we have a fleet of plant, equipment, which is constantly evolving to meet both client and project needs:

Fleet of Plant Equipment

To provide support, we have a fleet of plant, equipment, which is constantly
evolving to meet both client and project needs

Seven Installation Rigs

A Pre-Drilling Rig

Telehandlers

Trucks and 4WD Service Vehicles

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Major Projects

M1 BH2T BLACK HILL TO TOMAGO

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HEXHAM STRAIGHT WIDENING ALLIANCE, MAITLAND ROAD, NSW

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CAUSEWAY BRIDGE, PERTH, WA

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Brisbane Airport Corporation New Parallel Runway

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Paddock C1 Port of Brisbane

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Pacific Highway Upgrade Pimlico to Teven Road

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Pacific Highway Upgrade Frederickton to Euangai

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Brisbane Airport Corporation DSAE Project

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Brisbane Airport Corporation Banksia Service Centre

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FAQ

Does SoilWicks undertake the design of prefabricated vertical drains?

No. SoilWicks only undertakes the supply and installation of prefabricated vertical drains. Although SoilWicks does not offer design services, the company is happy to engage with design and tender teams during the project planning phase to make sure constructability and program requirements are achievable. SoilWicks was a member of the Subcommittee involved in the development of Australian Standard AS 8700 – 2011 Execution of Prefabricated Vertical Drains.

Can SoilWicks PVD installation rigs walk under structures such as bridges and power lines without the need for the mast to be disassembled and reassembled?

Yes. SoilWicks PVD installation rigs can lower their mast and travel with the mast in the lowered position.

Can SoilWicks undertake any other works aside from the supply and installation of PVDs?

Yes. Although SoilWicks’ core business is the supply and installation of prefabricated vertical drains, SoilWicks also has the experience and capacity to undertake a variety of other works as well. This includes but is not limited to:

• The supply and installation of settlement plates
• The supply and installation of geotextile fabric
• Construction of the drainage blanket / working platform
• Earthworks
• Stormwater drainage
• Reclamation / work area drainage

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Video Gallery

SoilWicks Australia Rigs and Technology

Brisbane Airport New Parallel Runway Project (NPR)

Prefabricated Vertical Wick Drains – How They Work

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