Farm Bureau Stone Strong Retaining Wall in Kingston, TN Barger Precast 2015-11-12 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comWhen Roane County Farm Bureau Insurance built its new location on a strategic corner lot in Kingston, Tenn., the long-standing company knew that it would need a strong retaining wall that could withstand the elements and the test of time. The wall, which would serve as a barrier between the new building and an adjacent church, would also have to build in a manner that would make the insurance company’s new neighbor feel confident and satisfied with the result.
Leveling Pad Preparation Barger Precast 2020-09-30 | Spending the time to properly prepare and level the foundation is time well spent for all retaining wall installations. Here are a few tips to get your installation started.https://www.StoneStrongTN.comhttps://www.BargerPrecast.com0:00 Intro0:07 Excavate and Fill0:16 Plans and Reccomendations0:21 Compact the stone base0:27 Check for Level0:44 Exit Screen
Stone Strong Paraweb Wall Installation Guide Barger Precast 2020-09-21 | Paraweb is a superior alternative to geogrid. Learn how to install Paraweb when using with the Stone Strong block system.https://www.StoneStrongTN.comhttps://www.BargerPrecast.com0:00 Intro0:08 Macboxes0:25 Backfill0:29 Cutting paraweb to length0:52 Paraweb layout1:15 Staking the paraweb1:25 Backfilling over the paraweb
A Permanent Solution: Stone Strong Retaning Wall on Watts Bar Lake Barger Precast 2020-08-10 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comA Stone Strong replacement for a failing cinder block wall halts erosion and beautifies the shoreline on Watts Bar Lake in Kingston, TennesseeLife on a lake can be filled with simple pleasures. That’s certainly the case on Watts Bar Lake near Kingston, Tennessee. Looking out from his house on the hill above the lake, Butch Clark might spy an eagle cruising above the water in search of a meal, or he might watch as a pontoon boat chugs along the busy channel in front of his property.Lately, he’s noticing something else, too. Bigger leisure boats designed to stir up maximum wave action for wake boarding. The churn from those wave runners sends water lapping up to the shoreline with increasing intensity. It’s an issue for some homeowners on Watts Bar Lake, but not for Clark since he replaced a crumbling cinder block sea wall with a new Stone Strong retaining wall system.
Residential Stone Strong Retaining Wall Construction Barger Precast 2017-08-08 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comWhether your home is in a subdivision or in the country, Stone Strong retaining wall blocks provide a safe, reliable and long-lasting wall to easily fit into any landscape.The base leveling pad is quickly excavated and filled with stone. Then, the contractor can start setting the base course, being sure to check level throughout the process. A level base course is one of the most important aspects of installing a block retaining wall. To meet project schedule, Barger and Sons will work with the contractor and deliver the block to the jobsite. The standard 24 square foot face block weighs 6,000 pounds.After the base course is set and level, the next course easily stacks using the built-in alignment loops with an automatic 4 inch setback for every 3 feet of vertical height. The bottom of the blocks have a notch to easily install a 4” drain pipe. Depending on the site conditions and access, the excavation can be performed all at once or in sections. This wall was stacked to a 9 foot height without the use of geogrid. This saved the homeowner in excavation and backfill. Using a Stone Strong wall allowed the homeowner to extend the backyard and increase usable outdoor space.Stone Strong blocks have an internal void that is filled with stone during install. This addition of stone, increases the connection strength of the wall and acts as built-in internal drainage.Prior to filling the block void with stone, PVC pipe fence sleeves are installed in the top course to allow for easy fence installation after the wall is complete.The end of this Stone Strong wall was finished with corner block and topped with a white vinyl fence. Other fence types could include wrought iron, ornamental or chain link.The top of the wall can be finished off to the front edge of the top block with dirt, grass, landscaping, mulch, concrete or other material.Stone Strong block once again creates an aesthetic wall to stand the test of time.
PureMagic Carwash Stone Strong Retaining Wall Installation from the Installers Point-Of-View Barger Precast 2017-07-13 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comAn installer's point-of-view regarding the installation of Stone Strong retaining wall block.
PureMagic Carwash - Farragut, TN Barger Precast 2017-07-12 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comDealing with a jobsite with setback and grading challenges, PureMagic Carwash selected Stone Strong retaining wall block from C.R. Barger & Sons, Inc., to maximize the useable site space and create an aesthetically pleasing retaining wall to meet the Town of Farragut’s strict building codes.
Stone Strong Retaining Wall Highlight Video Barger Precast 2015-09-10 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comIn addition to producing a full line of precast concrete products, C.R. Barger and Sons is the licensed Stone Strong manufacturer for the state of Tennessee and supplier to surrounding areas.Haven’t heard of Stone Strong? The Stone Strong retaining wall system is being used on a high profile project right here in East Tennessee! Stone Strong blocks are being used on the Federal Highways Foothills Parkway where the walls are approaching 50’ tall. The project will also have tiered walls approaching 70’ tall. The Stone Strong retaining walls are literally holding back the mountain!Stone Strong has been approved by TDOT since 2009 for use as a concrete gravity wall product.Now that you know the Stone Strong block can do the job, let’s look at how it stacks up against the competition. The three main advantages of the Stone Strong block is the increased gravity wall height with no tiebacks, the speed of installation resulting in schedule and labor savings, and built-in internal drainage. For walls under 12’, geogrid can often be eliminated during engineering design. We have found the Stone Strong block to be very competitive, especially when the finished wall cost is compared.Stone Strong retaining wall systems allow an installer to set 24 sq. ft. of retaining wall in one block set! It takes the same amount of time to set one engineered retaining wall block, no matter the size; therefore, the installer can set more square feet of wall at a time, and the total number of blocks to set is significantly reduced. With its built-in alignment loops, Stone Strong blocks set quickly and interlock with an automatic 4” setback for every 3’ tall course. The block voids are filled with aggregate during install, providing additional connection strength. The top blocks have an angled front face so the backfill or finish landscaping can be pushed up to the front edge of the top block. Also, the void in the block allows for easy installation of fence sleeves to quickly install a fence at the top of the finished wall without coring. Did you know the Stone Strong block can also be used for bridge abutments and wing walls.We have a short informative project highlight video on our website from Midway Middle School where Stone Strong block was used to replace a failed retaining wall. This video shows highlights of the install from start to finish.Let’s take a quick look at the standard block.The 24 SF Block, the largest block face, has dimensions of 96"W x 36"H x 44” D. This block weighs 6000 lbs. The 6 SF Block has dimensions of 48"W x 18"H x 44” D. This block weighs 1,600 lbs. The 3 SF Block has dimensions of 24"W x 18"H x 44” D. This block weighs 800 lbs.The 24SF mass extender block is a specialty block used on the base course of taller walls to eliminate geogrid. The dimensions of the mass extender block are 96"W x 36"H x 56” D. This block weighs 10,000 lbs.Stone Strong’s photos give a great representation of the many uses of the Stone Strong block and prove the Stone Strong block creates a strong and aesthetic retaining wall, easily fitting into any landscape.We provide engineering design services and work closely with lead engineers, geotech engineers, installers and owners to ensure we optimize the wall design to create a successful project at a competitive price. For local jobs, we also provide on-site technical support as needed to get an installer started and have done aerial video and photography to document jobs.For more Stone Strong information, go to our website and select Retaining Wall in the menu. You can also schedule a visit to our yard to see the block for yourself.
Midway Middle School Stone Strong 2014 Barger Precast 2014-08-11 | https://www.StoneStrongTN.comInstallation of a Stone Strong retaining wall manufactured by Barger Precast (https://www.BargerAndSons.com). The video shows the old retaining wall that failed behind a Middle School. Demolition to Completing is cover in this short 3 minute video.
Meter Vault Barger Precast 2012-08-01 | Barger And Sons meter vaults are preassembled, water tested, and ready to set when delivered to the job site. Assembly is overseen by personnel that have both Tennessee Certified Distribution 1 and Water Treatment 3 certifications.
Box Culvert - What It Takes.mov Barger Precast 2010-09-01 | A short video showing how Barger And Sons manufactures our precast concrete box culvert. Barger And Sons disciplined operations yield the same high quality results time after time after time. All Barger Box Culvert is manufactured to meet ASTM C 1433 and 1577 applications. Cooper E80 design specification for rail road applications are also manufacutered. Barger box culvert is offered in a number of different styles because one size does not fit all jobsite requirements. Monolithic, three sided, and crown and base can all be manufactured by Barger And Sons.
Manhole - What It Takes Barger Precast 2010-08-20 | Watch an informative video showing What It Takes to manufacture a precast concrete manhole. Barger And Sons walks you through step by step highlighting important production steps. Schedule a plant tour today to learn more about us and how our transparency helps your project become a success.
Storm Shelter Door Test Barger Precast 2010-08-18 | Watch an informative video showing the benefits of precast concrete septic tanks versus plastic septic tanks. You can easily see how plastic septic tanks are inferior to precast concrete following ASTM C 1227 testing procedures.
Precast Concrete Septic Tanks vs. Plastic Septic Tanks Barger Precast 2010-08-18 | Concrete is more economical, more environmentally friendly, and has a much longer service life. The important fact is that concrete septic tanks are MUCH stronger than their plastic counterparts. Watch this video showing concrete septic tanks and plastic septic tanks being tested to ASTM C 1227 standards. Watch our vacuum testing video replicating real life stresses your septic tank and grease interceptor will see on a daily basis being buried underground.
Box Culvert Delivery and Installation Barger Precast 2010-08-06 | Precast concrete box culvert delivery and installation. BargerAndSons.com manufactured the 15' x 6' Cooper E80 rated box culvert for a railroad project in Tennessee. Each six foot long box culvert section weighs approximately 58,000 lb.
Barger And Sons Precast Concrete: Insane but possible! Barger Precast 2010-07-22 | BargerAndSons.com precast concrete utility structure 16.5' x 16.5' x 9'-1.5" being produced and delivered on short notice and on time.
Precast-IT! Barger Precast 2009-12-08 | Precast-IT! makes it possible to provide the best possible products at the lowest possible prices. By tracking inventory levels on a daily basis with 99.99% errorr free mistakes means that we know what to produce and when. By having an Inventory Management System that maintains a record of raw material characteristics, concrete cylinder breaks, inventory levels and age of each product line in stock, to the time, date, and delivery specialist who delivered the product eliminates product defects and keeps inventory levels low. This means we don't have to have large inventory levels and are able to deliver certified product just-in-time for your project. This passes the savings on to you. Currently, Barger & Sons, Inc. is the only precast concrete company in the United States that utilitzes a Precast-IT! for their Inventory Management System.
Barger And Sons Promotional Video for Septic Tanks and Grease Traps Barger Precast 2009-10-29 | A video that shows why Barger And Sons is so unique from other tank manufacturers.
