The site of tall concrete buildings over the horizon, is often an impressive one as you are approaching a big city from a distance, but few people think of the most important part those structures, the foundation. Those structures are only as strong as the strength and stability of their foundation. With an engineered foundation using GoliathTech Helical Piles, they can guarantee that strength for years to come.
GoliathTech is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of helical piles worldwide. With their large network of certified installers, this Quebec, Canada based company is also one of the largest installers of helical piles.
The Company-
Though headquartered in Quebec, Canada, GoliathTech has over 189 open franchise locations globally. GoliathTech is a leader in the engineering, design, manufacture, and distribution of helical piles. Implementation of their products and designs range from the smallest residential jobs to largest commercial projects. Including new building foundations, foundation repair and stabilization(underpinning), signage, decks, railway infrastructure, agricultural infrastructure, solar and so on.
Their highly dedicated, experienced network of franchisees put their talent to work to ensure optimal installation of each pile for the specific project. GoliathTech has In-house Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Development, Customer Support, Marketing and Field Training teams to continually support their franchisees, from start up to working through huge challenges when tackling tough projects. GoliathTech handles over 3500 construction projects every month.
The Products and Services-
Resembling a large screw, helical piles are installed deep into the ground using calibrated installation equipment. The load-bearing plate of the helical pile is installed beneath the ground frost level, past any soil that could be affected by ground water or expansive soil, into “good” or solid soil that is guaranteed to support the structure of your project. This is an advantageous alternative to form tubes and is less expensive and quicker than concrete foundations. Opt for a simple and rapid installation, without excavating.
- Minimal damage to landscape
- Perfectly levelled structure
- No delays between the end of the installation and the beginning of works
- Ideal for restricted spaces and environmentally sensitive areas
- Installation in virtually any weather
- Removable and reusable system
What Makes GoliathTech Stand Out-
Superior quality galvanized steel, worthy of the most ambitious projects
“Our galvanizing process protects steel against corrosion to guarantee maximum product longevity. No matter the conditions, GoliathTech piles a designed and built to last the life of your structure”
When detail makes the difference
GoliathTech pile heads are equipped with a nut-fastening system. This exclusive anchoring solution allows the structure to be installed directly on the piles, thereby preventing lateral or vertical movement.
Goliathtech piles heads feature a patented zero uplift, adjustable-height design. This ensures your structure will remain attached to the piles in the worst conditions and requires no onsite welding
-easy final height adjustments
-no need for other tie-down methods
Piles with reinforced joints
The GoliathConnect joint system allows a pile to be extended by joining tubes using locking bolts. Unlike the competition’s solution, this innovation strengthens long piles and eliminates risk of movement or buckling.
The Journey So Far-
In 2013 Julian Reusing changed the business model to a franchise model after the previous owner operated for 9 years as a non-franchise model that he was operating out of a garage. GoliathTech, immediately after the purchase by Julian, opened its first 18000 square foot factory.
In 2015 GoliathTech entered the US market and started to distribute to franchisees that eventually ended up in 33 US states and multiple patents were issued.
In 2016 they moved into a larger 65,000 square foot factory and they already had 50 open franchise territories.
In 2018 they got their first franchise in Europe (Reunion Island) and the Canadian franchises were practically sold out.
In 2019 they had 100 open franchised territories.
This 2021 they opened new franchises now in the Caribbean, covering 3 countries and operating in 185 operating territories and opening 1-3 new ones every month.
By 2022 they will move into their new 120,000 square foot factory.
The Franchise Model They Follow-
No royalties. Initial 5-year Franchise Agreement can be renewed every 5 years at 25% of the then franchise fee. Protected territory included.
Franchisees must have business management experience. Must also have the financial capacity to cover initial franchise fee, purchase the starter-kit as well as, a mini-excavator or skid steer, a pick-up truck, and a trailer.
They must also be able to cover the cost of their first 2 or 3 orders. No large inventory is required, and this business can be run with minimal office space, in some case home offices. The franchisee is considered open for business when he has met the following:
- Paid franchisee fee and starter-kit in full
- Received his starter-kit
- Have a machine, truck or box van and a trailer branded with GoliathTech logos
- Completed his GoliathTech training & certification
Julian Reusing- Leading the Way
Julian Reusing is an accomplished entrepreneur. He has founded and owned many major corporations in the past growing them internationally. «Les PieuxGoliath» Quebec, Canada Corporation was founded on June 15, 2004. Julian purchased this small manufacturer of helical piles in April 2013 and immediately converted the company into a global franchise model.
Julian Reusing was in Japan for the first time in 1999 and he was meeting and signing contracts with multiple multinational Japanese top 10 globally recognized manufacturers. As a Canadian company this was an incredible achievement. As an individual, the joy of learning to transact with these Japanese companies that are so culturally different then learning their needs by rebuilding his company model to meet their requirements to perfection.
“My goal is to get the franchise chain to have over 1000 open units in at least 25 countries in the world. His personal goal is to guide the company in that direction with synergy. He will live and or travel anywhere in the world to make it happen.”
