Foundation Systems

Tie Down’s Patented Vector Dynamics Foundation System Provides Windstorm & Seismic Protection For Manufactured Homes

Vector Longitudinal and
Lateral Systems Combined

Vector Dynamics
Lateral Foundation System

As wind loads increase, lee side pier compressive forces simultaneously increase the Vector Foundation Pad’s resistance to horizontal sliding.

Typical Installations:
Concrete Blocks
Metal Piers
Concrete Footers
Lateral/Longitudianl Systems

Full Scale Testing

In order to simulate the effects of wind loading (drag loads), Tie Down used a series of winches attached to dynomometers which were connected to the opposite wind side outer frame section. Special frame hooks attached to equalization cables were used to maintain uniform loads during testing.

On two days in May 2001, government and educational researchers used the propwash from a C-130 to test the strength of a single section manufactured home. Against sustained winds of 80-90 mph, gusting to 110 mph, the Vector Dynamics system did not allow any movement of the foundation or the home.

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Foundation Systems

Tie Down’s Patented Vector Dynamics Foundation System Provides Windstorm & Seismic Protection For Manufactured Homes