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HOW TO USE THE TUBE TOP

Step 1

Measure and dig the hole for the pier system.

drawing showing hole being dug

Step 2

Install the footer form or form up footer and  install engineering rebar per specs.

Step 3

Measure from the top of the footer to the  final grade, cut construction tube 3” below  the finish grade, install vertical rebar, and  brace the construction tube so it is vertically  plumb. 

drawing showing tube top application
drawing showing tube top application

Step 4

Install the Pier Top into the construction tube using three screws.

The top of the Pier Top  should be 6” above finish grade.

Add screws or ducktape to attach.  

drawing showing tube top application

Step 5

Use tie wire to brace and hold the mold and rebar in  place while concrete is poured and cured.  

Step 6

Pour concrete into form to the desired  height. Place a hold-down or J-bolt into the wet concrete.  Vibrate concrete to remove all air bubbles. Let cure for 24 hours. 

Step 7

Remove the Pier Top form by carefully using a Zip tool to  cut away form and back fill.

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