Auger Cast Piles

“Auger Cast Pile” is a name/term used in the construction industry to describe the type of foundation pile described below…

Definition: Auger Cast Pile: A type of cylindrical pile foundation that is an end bearing pile as well as a friction pile. The pile is made of steel reinforced grout or concrete. An auger is used to dig the hole, and wet concrete and a steel cage is placed into the hole. Modern methods combine the auger with the pumping of grout.

Alternative names for Auger Cast Piles

  • ACP (Auger Cast Piles)
  • CFA Piles (Continuous Flight Auger)
  • ACIP Augered-Cast-In-Place
  • Auger Pressure Grout
  • Drilled Displacement Piles (DD piles)
Auger Cast Piling Rig