Baseplate Void Filling Guide

Voids between baseplate and grout may be discovered after grouting. These voids may be the result of
obstructions, trapped air, or varying grout levels during placement.

There are basic steps to addressing these voids that are meant to ensure maximum contact between
base and grout so unused forces are properly transferred to the foundation.

Step 1: Identify the Void

After identifying the void by most common way which is sounding the edge of the plate will be sealed
with epoxy mortar (CERMIREP EP 20 T) to ensure confined area for injection.
Step 2: Determine Injection Holes

The hole needs to be near the center of the void or the part of a larger void to ensure travel to edges of
void.
Step 3: Locate Holes for Air Relief

These holes needed for the air to escape, so the total area of these holes needs to exceed the area of
the fill holes.

Step 4: Prepare Holes for Injection

There are three basic approaches to filling these voids: Attach ports, tap holes, and insert pipe or fittings
as required.

Step 5: Tools & Equipment

For our mission. We intend to use an epoxy injection pump equipped with a hose and ball valve and
Nipple‐gripper for round‐head nipples to insure connection between the pump and the Injection Packer
(Mechanical Packer, Type MPS).

Step 6: Remove Ports & Protect

Once you’ve filled the void with epoxy, you can remove your port or filling system. You can unscrew
stand pipes or fittings immediately; however, surface ports should stay in place until the epoxy sets.