Geotechnical Investigations

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

Welcome to this edition of the GeoGroup newsletter. In this issue, we look at the following: New to Terra Monitoring | ShapeArray™ In the media | Creamer Media New additions | Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Holiday closing dates To read now, ...

Dissipation testing is an in-situ testing method that measures the change in pore water pressure over time. Dissipation testing is used to assess the drainage and consolidation characteristics of soil, which are important factors in many geotechnical fields.Dissipation testing is typically performed using a piezocone penetrometer (CPTu). The CPTu is a device that measures the c ...

In September, our team of Geomech Africa drillers arrived in the North West Province of South Africa to begin a three-week drilling project. The brief was to conduct geotechnical drilling and core recovery at twelve holes, each 20 meters deep, at three different sites. These sites were 25 kilometres apart, so the team divided into two teams and worked simultaneously.The team us ...

Welcome to this edition of the GeoGroup newsletter. In this issue, we look at the following: Olifantsnek | Geotechnical drilling Dissipation testing | How and why Our branches Steelpoort community outreach Read all the articles here: ...

Sonic is an advanced method of drilling which uses a high-frequency energy known as an oscillation that is generated inside the Sonic head. During drilling, the high-frequency oscillation is transferred down the drill string to the bit face at various Sonic frequencies (0hz to 150hz). Simultaneously rotating the drill string (Max 90rpm) evenly distributes the energy and impact ...