All answers from AllExperts.com by my colleague Robert Cummings, P.E. of Saguaro GeoServices, LLC of Tucson. He’s an expert in geological engineering, rock blasting and geotechnical engineering. I was impressed to see he has over 300 questions answered.
Geologic Hazards
New Zealand city council bans entry to 500 homes over geotechnical hazards
The Christ Church City Council has issued a notice banning entry to over 500 homes because of risks associated with rockfall, landslides, cliff collapse and other geotechnical problems exacerbated by recent earthquakes. [Source: Scoop News]
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Instantel
Manufacturer of portable vibration monitoring equipment used for blast monitoring in the mining and quarrying industries, as well as civil and construction projects. Visit Instantel
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Soil Retention Systems, Inc.
Western US contractor based in CA specializing in construction segmental retaining walls for 20 years. Visit Soil Retention Systems, Inc.