Blade Piles for Granny Flats: Smarter Foundations for NZ Rules

With recent changes to New Zealand building legislation, granny flats are set to become a much more common addition to residential properties. Small standalone dwellings (under 70m²) can now be built without a building consent, provided they meet specific criteria and are designed and constructed by licensed professionals. This is expected to make it faster […]

Blade Pile at SESOC 2025: Supporting Structural Engineering Excellence

Blade Pile NZ was proud to attend and sponsor the SESOC 2025 Conference in Wellington, our first time supporting the event as a sponsor. Held from June 25–27 at the Tākina Convention Centre, the conference’s theme, “Navigating Change with Integrity and Future Focus,” addressed the evolving challenges in structural engineering, including sustainability, digital transformation, and […]

Blade Pile – the eco-friendly pile alternative

Blade Piles are an environmentally friendly piling solution that offer numerous advantages over traditional methods like concrete or timber piles.  Our sustainable attributes make us an attractive choice for various construction and infrastructure projects. Blade Piles require significantly less excavation and disruption to the surrounding environment.  Unlike conventional piles that require extensive digging and concrete […]

The Benefits of Blade Pile for Earthquake Strengthening

In earthquake-prone regions, such as Christchurch, Hawke’s Bay and the Bay of Plenty it is essential to ensure your buildings are strengthened to mitigate the impact of future seismic events.  One highly effective method to do this is using Blade Piles.  Our specialised products offer several compelling reasons as to why we should be considered […]

Use Blade Piles on your next project with uncontrolled fill

Blade Pile stands out as the optimal choice when building on sites that have uncontrolled fill. We have several key advantages that streamline the building process while limiting disruptions to the surrounding environment. The most beneficial advantage of using Blade Piles, is that we eliminate the need to excavate uncontrolled fill, with a fully suspended […]

Transforming Foundation Design with Blade Pile Hybrid Solutions

Over the past ten years, Blade Pile NZ has evolved from a simple screw piling alternative into a leader in foundation innovation across New Zealand. One of the most exciting developments has been the rise of hybrid foundation systems, where Blade Piles are integrated with other structural elements such as concrete ring beams, timber floor […]