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Rigid Inclusions are a method of reinforcing organic or very weak soils with a structural column to reduce settlements. The column can be installed by rotary methods such as displacement auger or, more commonly in the UK, with driven or vibrated methods. Follow us @engineeringandarchitecture #rigidinclusions #engineering #construction #ground #soilcrete #structure #wall #bridge #tunel #organicsoil #building #foundation #excavation #architecture #arquitectura #ingenieria #jetgrouting #cimientos #