Technology
Geotechnical Testing
Geotechnical engineering is a specialized field that investigates and analyses the parameters of the soil conditions within a defined area. Geotechnical reports at times can be very comprehensive and at times expensive depending on the extent of investigation testing and analysis needed to satisfy the scope of works and site conditions.
Geotechnical information is necessary to assess the appropriate design of a structure. A structures foundation and any sub-foundation system design will be influenced by the geotechnical results and recommendations. Screwpile Australia and its associated firms within STG use this information as imput in its foundation design calculation in accordance with its propriatory design software.
STG engineers can advise you of the most appropriate course of action in relation to soil testing should you require assistance. There are a number of very reputable Geotechnical Engineering Consultancy firms available and we would be happy to provide our recommendations.
Pile load tests may form part of the geotechnical information required to confirm pile performance. Additional geotechnical testing may be conducted during pile load testing procedures to confirm the exact soil profile at the load testing location. The EFCT data will be used in assessing the overall piling load test results.
There is a significant difference in the geotechnical testing requirements and analysis between sand and clay sites and testing regemes take on many forms. For sites that are considered not to have any significant or special considerations one or more of the following tests are considered adequate. Engineering analysis of the results will establish the appropriate site classification and recommended foundation design:
- Drilling Borelogs
- PPT tests
- EFCT tests
For more information on the type of testing available you can visit websites such as www.probedrill.com.au
