Services
Geotechnical engineering services
From subsurface exploration to support on site, with practical recommendations for your project.
01
Soil investigation and subsurface exploration
We plan and carry out the exploration programme for the type of project, following the Colombian seismic building code.
- Boreholes with sample recovery
- Test pits and trenches
- Standard penetration test (SPT)
- Disturbed and undisturbed sampling
- Groundwater level measurement
02
Laboratory testing
We test the samples to obtain the parameters behind the design.
- Natural moisture, Atterberg limits and grain size
- Soil classification
- Unconfined compression
- Consolidation
- Direct shear
03
Foundation design
We recommend the most suitable and economical foundation system for the loads and the ground profile.
- Bearing capacity
- Settlement estimates
- Shallow and deep foundations
- Excavation and support recommendations
04
Slope stability and retaining structures
We assess natural slopes, cuts and fills, and design the works to stabilise them.
- Stability analysis
- Retaining walls and structures
- Drainage works
- Excavation recommendations
05
Pavements
We characterise the subgrade and design or assess the pavement structure.
- Subgrade exploration and testing
- Flexible and rigid pavement design
- Assessment of existing pavements
06
Geotechnical supervision
We support construction to confirm that ground conditions match the design assumptions.
- Inspection of excavations and foundation bases
- Fill and compaction control
- Technical opinions during construction