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Geotechnical Investigations

May 2024 | Newsletter

In this issue, we look at the following: Drilling & Instrumentation Installation Collaboration Branch Focus | KwaZulu-Natal Tech Focus | Dilatometer & Seismic DMT New Ventures | Saudi Arabia To read the full edition, ...

Secon Sonic & Rotary Core Combination Drill Rig

The Secon Compact Sonic Crawler is a sonic and rotary core combination drill rig. Designed with mobility and safety in mind, this crawler-mounted rig can easily reach any destination. Equipped with a dual head mast, the operator can seamlessly transition between both Sonic and Rotary Core drilling methods.

The Secon is fitted with a wireless remote control system connected to two remotes which the operators can use to drill and mobilise the rig remotely.

April 2024 | Newsletter

In this issue, we look at the following: In the Media | Creamer Media's Mining Weekly Secon Sonic & Rotary Core Combination Drill Rig Branch Focus: Geomechanics Botswana Earth Day | 22.04.2024 ...

Hello "Bumblebee"

This month, we welcomed our new custom-built CPT rig, the Bumblebee Marooka Track-Based CPT-150. Designed and assembled by our in-house workshop team.This Marooka track-based CPT rig has been modified with a cab for a driver, and to accommodate a CPTu mast. This rig offers extended outriggers for better precision in tougher conditions. Fitted with a Pagani 150 mast. ...

March 2024 | Newsletter

Our March newsletter is now available online. In this issue, we look at: Success Story: GMU Completes Geotechnical Surveys for Kingfisher Feederline Project New to CPTu Testing: The Bumblebee Marooka Track-Based CPT-150 Branch Focus: Geomechanics Uganda LIV Lanseria Community Outreach ...

Branch Focus: Western Cape

OUR CAPE TOWN BRANCH: DELIVERING EXPERTISE IN GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATIONSEstablished in 2017 and led by Brett Mannix, our Cape Town branch is a trusted partner for geotechnical investigations throughout the Western Cape. We have a proven track record of success on diverse projects, from inland developments to coastal endeavours.Our team has played a key role in major projects, ...

Exploration Training | Drilling & Geologists

Following the Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, the Geomechanics team were invited by Dave Dodd of The MSA Group to deliver a 2-day training session to a group of geologists visiting from the Middle East. The focus of the lectures was on training geologists on the various exploration drilling practices.KEY TOPICS COVERED INCLUDED: Project planning and pricing: This s ...

February 2024 | Newsletter

In this issue, we look at the following: Success Story: Triumphs in Rehabilitating Chapman's Peak Drive Extensometer Exploration Training: Drilling & Geologists Branch Focus: Western Cape Province Human Rights Day ...

Training to Win | Ready for 2024

Investing in our staff's preparedness through proper training like first aid, crane operation, and Cone Penetration Testing (CPT), to name a few, is not just about ticking compliance boxes; it's about prioritizing a culture of education and safety that becomes a very important aspect of our onsite operations.Equipping the team with first aid skills empowers them to be immediate ...

January 2024 | Newsletter

Wishing all our staff and clients a happy and prosperous new year! In this issue, we look at the following: Geotechnical Instrumentation: Safety and Stability Training to Win | Ready for 2024 Annual Staff Awards Our Code of Ethics To read the full publication, ...