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In the media | SAICE: Geotechnical Engineering

Catch us in the latest SAICE Civil Engineering Magazine. This edition focuses on Geotechnical Engineering. To read the full publication, click the link below. ...

April 2025 | Newsletter

Catch up on the latest news at GeoGroup. In this edition, we look at: Combined innovation on TSF Employee of the month NEW SERVICE: De-airing equipment In the media: SAICE Geotechnical Engineering To read the full edition ...

About DMT

Understanding the subsurface soil profile is crucial for successful geotechnical projects. At GeoGroup, we're committed to providing cutting-edge solutions for site characterization. One of our newest services is Dilatometer Testing (DMT), a powerful tool for assessing soil properties. We offer three distinct DMT variations: Conventional DMT, Seismic-DMT, and the Medusa DMT, ea ...

March 2025 | Newsletter

In this issue, we look at the following: Pioneering data acquisition for enhanced safety Employee of the month Dilatometer testing (DMT) Human Rights Day outreach To read the full newsletter ...

In-situ Testing Services: CPTu Testing

Understanding the ground beneath our feet is crucial, especially when dealing with complex environments like mine waste dams. CPTu (Piezocone penetration Testing) offers a robust and efficient way to investigate soil conditions within these structures, providing a wealth of information that can significantly impact safety and long-term stability.Why Choose CPTu Testing?Detailed ...

February 2025 | Newsletter

In this issue, we look at the following: Terra Monitoring: Experienced in underground monitoring In-situ Testing: CPTu Employee of the month Valentine's day Read the full edition here: ...

January 2025 | Newsletter

In this issue, we look at the following: Happy new Year! | What's ahead in 2025 Year-end celebrations We are here to assist To read the full edition, ...

December 2024 | Newsletter

Welcome to this edition of the GeoGroup newsletter. In this issue, we look at the following: Happy Holidays! Newsworthy stories from this year Christmas Donation for the elderly | Resthaven Ministries To read the full publication, ...

Comacchio GEO 405 Drill Rig

The Comacchio GEO 405 drill rig, is a hydraulic crawler-mounted combination drill rig for exploration and geotechnical drilling. The combination drill head allows for rotary core, percussion and RC percussion drilling and is fitted with an automatic SPT hammer.View the full rig brochure here. ...

In-situ testing in Piet Retief

Geomech Africa completed a project in the KwaZulu-Natal town of Piet Retief, which involved the drilling of six boreholes around a dam to conduct Lugeon testing and install standpipe piezometers. The primary goal of the project was to assess the rate of water seepage through the soil surrounding the dam. Each borehole, ranging from 22 to 38 meters in depth, required an average ...