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Codes & Standards

The published standards, codes, and references that govern helical pile design and installation in North America.

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PileConnect Standards

Recommended Practices and model provisions authored by Cory Goulet, P.Eng. Free to download, free to cite, manufacturer-neutral.

STANDARDS
PCS 101:26
Standard
PCS 101:26First Edition, June 2026
Reclaimed and Surplus Oil Country Tubular Goods as Helical Pile Shaft Material
Classification, inspection, and design provisions for using reclaimed and surplus OCTG pipe as helical pile shaft material.
Download PDF →Standard · International
STANDARDS
PCS 102:26
Standard
PCS 102:26First Edition, June 2026
Helical Pile Installer Qualification, Certification, and Quality Assurance Requirements
Installer categories, training standards, quality management, and project application classes for helical pile installers.
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STANDARDS
PCS 103:26
Standard
PCS 103:26First Edition, June 2026
Model Municipal Provision for Helical Pile Permitting
Adoption-ready permitting requirements for helical piles, written for Canadian municipalities.
Download PDF →Standard · Canada
COMPANION
PCS 103:26 Companion
Reference Guide
PCS 103:26 CompanionFirst Edition, June 2026
AHJ Adoption Guide
Plain-language guidance for Canadian municipalities adopting PCS 103:26 without overshooting.
Download PDF →Reference Guide · Canada
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Industry Codes & Standards

The codes, standards, manuals, and reference books from other organizations that govern helical pile design and installation. Filter by jurisdiction, sector, or entry type.

PileConnect references these standards and links to official sources. It does not reproduce them. Always confirm the edition adopted by your Authority Having Jurisdiction before relying on any standard for design.
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