HS2 high-speed line (UK)
29 piles Ø 1200 mm I 178 piles Ø 1500 mm I 24 piles Ø 1800 mm
Brextor®
Efficient, safe & precise pile breaking
Brextor® is a patented attachment for the fast and efficient processing of concrete piles (single piles & all types of pile walls). It works up to 8x faster, is up to 60% cheaper and is healthier compared to all conventional methods.
With Brextor® you can expose the reinforcement bars in just a few minutes and thus create the ideal connection between pile and base plate without risking uncontrolled cracks or spalling. At the same time, Brextor® increases work safety by avoiding physically strenuous activities and working in danger zones. The demolition material is 80% gravel (0-30mm) and can be reused directly on the construction site. This results in a smaller CO2 footprint.
Brextor® is a Swiss quality product that is patented worldwide and has already been used successfully in many well-known construction projects around the world.
Advantages of Brextor®
Brextor® is economical, environmentally friendly & good for society
Up to 8x faster
Example: The processing time for a pile with a diameter of 1 m and a height of 1 m is only 40 minutes - everything is done in this time. Brextor® can process up to 15 piles a day. The machine impresses with its reliable performance and its efficiency ensures a more precise and predictable working method.
Up to 60% cheaper
The demolition material consists of 80% gravel (0-30 mm) and can be reused directly on the construction site. Brextor® requires minimal working space. The reuse of the demolition material, the reduced space requirement and the elimination of excavation, transportation and disposal result in considerable cost savings. In addition, there is no need for cutting, which simplifies the work process.
Increased construction quality
Brextor® ensures perfectly finished piles: No cracks in the pile body, no spalling on the outer skin and no bent or torn reinforcement. The height accuracy is ± 1 cm, which ensures high construction quality and long-term stability.
Health & Safety
Pile processing with Brextor® reduces physically strenuous work and minimizes the risk of health hazards such as HAVS syndrome. Danger zones on the construction site are avoided, which increases safety for everyone involved and at the same time significantly reduces the workload.
Increased environmental protection
Thanks to the direct reuse of demolition material (80% gravel 0-30 mm) on the construction site, Brextor® saves resources and reduces space requirements. Less excavation and replacement material, lower transportation costs and a reduction in the burden on landfill sites help to protect the environment and reduce CO₂ emissions.
How Brextor® works
How the pile breaking method works
Step 1: For over-concreted piles, the excess concrete is removed with the milling disk until the reinforcement bars are visible. These are marked, the center of the reinforcement cage is located and a small guide hole is drilled.
Step 2: Milling is performed to the desired height profile. The inner cutter breaks the core tension to prevent cracks in the pile body. The outer cutter breaks the surface tension to prevent spalling on the outer skin of the pile.
Step 3: The specially developed BRC pile head bit with longer crushing arms is used to remove the remaining concrete.
Step 4: Finally, the area between the reinforcements is cleaned with an electric hammer.
Ban on manual breaking in Europe
Did you know that the manual breaking of bored piles with pneumatic hammers is prohibited by law in Europe in accordance with EU Directive 2002/44/EC? Workers must not be exposed to such vibrations for more than 1 hour per day. Violations can not only lead to serious health problems and irreparable damage, but can also have legal consequences.
Applications with Brextor® in practice
Practical examples of applications with Brextor®
Pile processing of 1.6 m bored piles
Foreman I Eberhard Bau AG I Philipp Kast
Processing of a reinforced tangential pile wall
Foreman I Frutiger AG I Felix Oechslin
Tight spaces? Brextor makes it possible
Foreman I Marti AG I Fritz Neiger
Processing large bored piles on a tight schedule
Civil Engineer I Fent AG I Marco Fent
References
Our references speak for themselves
Roche Tower (CH)
43 piles Ø 1200 mm | 104 piles 1500 mm
Second Gotthard road tunnel (CH)
117 piles Ø 1300 mm
Customers
Selection of satisfied customers who rely on Brextor® technology
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Brextor® - efficient pile breaking method
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At Brextor®, we have developed a unique tool that allows you to compare the costs between traditional solutions and our innovative Brextor® in detail. Not only will you find the most cost-effective solution for your current project, but also one that offers you the best long-term financial benefits.
With the Brextor® full cost comparison you get:
- The daily performance for your specific project with Brextor®, so that you can directly evaluate the efficiency of our solutions.
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- A comprehensive cost breakdown for the machine and a calculation of how quickly the investment will pay for itself.
With this comparison, you will not only find the most efficient solution for your project, but also the one that offers you the best long-term financial benefits.
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