A nice video from Terracon on the first step for a geotechnical engineering investigation. [Source: Terracon YouTube Channel. Image: YouTube]
Site Characterization Services: Step 1 Data Mining
Press Releases
Terracon Enhances Mid-Atlantic Presence with GET Solutions, Inc. Acquisition
OLATHE, Kan. – Terracon is pleased to announce it has acquired GET Solutions, Inc. (GET). As their name represents, GET is a full-service geotechnical, environmental, and materials testing firm serving public- and private-sector clients throughout […]
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Civil Infrastructure Geoprofessionals are Ready to Adopt the Cloud, New Report Says
CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND, July 19, 2023 – Seequent, The Bentley Subsurface Company, today announced the findings of its latest Geoprofessionals Data Management Report, which looks at the trends, challenges, and opportunities in geoscience data. Jo Knight, Chief Customer […]
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How to Find Existing Geotechnical Subsurface Information
So, you’ve landed a job as a Geotechnical Engineer. What now? We all know that before performing any site investigation it is prudent to gather as much information that you can about the project site. There are so many resources out there that can help us get an idea of what the subsurface conditions are so that we can select the appropriate subsurface exploration techniques.
Below is a list of extremely useful sites that can help you gain some indication as to what the subsurface conditions are before planning the subsurface exploration program.
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Its great to see this posted on your website. At Terracon we are serious about bringing a stronger understanding of the incredible need for thorough and proper Geotechnical Site Characterization for any geotechnical or foundation project.
This video exposes the tremendous value of “looking into the past”, and recycling our data. As we have examined the possibilities of this, we have become quite excited about the possibilities. (stay tuned!)