Too often, geotechnical reports are mistaken as final design directives for helical piles - locking in pile sizes, layouts, and capacities before a real foundation design even begins. The result? Overbuilt systems, missed optimization, and late-stage frustration. This article unpacks how and why that happens, and what engineers across disciplines can do to fix it. It’s a call for earlier collaboration, clearer communication, and smarter workflows - where geotech reports are used as intended: a starting point, not the final word. Learn how structural, geotechnical, and pile designers can work together to build more efficient, constructible foundations.

Not all helical pile cap details are created equal - so why are complex (and costly) ones so often defaulted to? This post breaks down common pile-to-concrete cap types, what the research actually says about their performance, and how to align connection details with real structural demands. Discover when plates, studs, or rebar are truly needed - and when simplicity is the smarter, safer, and more efficient choice.

Discover how torque-based design has revolutionized the helical pile industry. This post explores the torque-to-capacity equation (Qᵤₗₜ = K × T), when it's most effective, where it can mislead, and how to apply it responsibly for safe, efficient foundation design.

Discover why helical piles are revolutionizing telecom tower foundations. From lightning-fast installations and cost savings to unmatched adaptability and environmental benefits, this post dives into why helical piles are the smarter, stronger, and more sustainable choice for self-supporting and guyed towers. Backed by Canvas Engineering’s expert design and CSA S37/TIA-222 compliance, it’s time to think different, build different - go helical.