Geotechnical

GEOTECHNICAL SITE INVESTIGATIONS & ASSESSMENTS

Our engineering team consists of geotechnical and civil engineers based in Sydney NSW covering a wide range of geotechnical investigations and assessments. Our geotechnical investigation provides an assessment of existing geotechnical conditions to allow for a cost-effective design.

We offer a comprehensive range of investigative and testing services to all sectors including residential, subdivision, infrastructure projects including housing and unit developments with basements. Our report will outline the relevant detail pertaining to geology, soil profiles, recommendations for excavations and support together with footings inspection and foundations.

Below are some of the key geotechnical investigations and reports that we offer.

SITE/SOIL CLASSIFICATION

A site classification, also known as a soil or lot classification, is a series of tests conducted on a site to classify the soil conditions, enabling the engineer to design the building foundations. The purpose of a
site classification is to determine the expected level of reactive soil movement on your site.

For standard residential building blocks, see
site/lot classifications.

FOOTING & PIER INSPECTIONS

Our geotechnical engineering consultant will provide onsite advice and a written report outlining the recommended rock socket depth, end bearing capacity, rock class, strength, and side cohesion properties.

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BEARING CAPACITY ASSESSMENTS

From a geotechnical perspective, the bearing capacity is the ability of the ground to support loads applied from a structure. This information is used in structural footing design as the minimum required allowable bearing capacity of the material. Besides footing designs, bearing capacity assessments may also be required for mobile cranes and heavy equipment for testing of working loads.

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SLOPE STABILITY

Slope Stability assessments are crucial when building on steep slopes in coastal areas, bushland settings, and other potential landslide areas. Our assessments assist in identifying hazards and management plans. We have experience across a number of councils and work with our associates in others.

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PAVEMENT INVESTIGATIONS

Pavement investigations are a cost-effective solution for the design of a new pavement or improvement/remediation of an existing pavement. Such applications include:

Working platforms
Car parking facilities
Residential/industrial subdivisions
Road projects

COMPACTION TESTING

Level 1 and Level 2 testing & inspection in accordance with AS3798-2007 Guidelines on earthworks for commercial and residential developments.

Our team will assist you in all aspects of your Level 1 or Level 2 project. As an independent geotechnical testing authority, we will reduce technical risks by sharing our experience and knowledge of local quarry products and materials, ensuring your project conforms to design and technical specifications every time.

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ON SITE FIELD TESTING

We can also assist with any specific on site testing, sampling and investigation work. Please contact us on (02) 9725 5522 to discuss your requirements and for our hourly rates.

Geotechnical Engineer
Laboratory Manager
Senior Technician
Geotechnican
Sampling for Laboratory Testing