Digging the big hole was only half the job — now comes the task of filling it back in. To build up a strong, stable base for the new facility, we brought in 207 truckloads of clean, high-quality soil from just eight miles south of the site. For two days straight a fleet of diesel drinking wagons of steel hauled fresh fill back to the boardsort.com site.
Truck after truck rolled in, each one dumping its load before crews spread the soil evenly across the footprint.
Once the soil was down, the compaction began. A massive vibrating roller — tipping the scales at around 20 tons — pressed each layer firmly into place. This process ensures the ground won’t shift or settle under the weight of the building. Think of it like packing down layers of a giant foundation cake: dump, spread, roll, repeat.
It’s not glamorous work, but it’s essential. With each and every load of this higher quality fill, the site gets stronger and more prepared for what’s to come. Soon this filled and compacted ground will be ready to support concrete, steel, and everything else that will rise above it. We will rest assured knowing that the foundation will be well suited for the many years of service it is about to provide for us and future occupants.
