Encyclopedia

cushion head

cushion head, Brit. pile helmet

cushion head
A cap which covers and protects the head of a pile while it is being driven into the ground by a pile driver.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Architecture and Construction. Copyright © 2003 by McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Mentioned in
References in periodicals archive
An Aberdeen City Council spokesman said: "Unfortunately, the problem we face is that swing seats have to be able to cushion head impacts to comply with safety standards and prevent injury, particularly head impact.
The FT Air Cushion Head generates a cushion of air between the film and the head.
Copyright © 2003-2025 Farlex, Inc Disclaimer
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.