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News, announcements, policy updates, spotlighted websites, software updates and other info that may be of interest to practicing geotechnical engineers, engineering geologists, geophysicists, hydrogeologists and related professions.

Hayward Baker and Moretrench joint venture project at Columbia University’s Manhattanville campus.
Comings and Goings

Keller and Hayward Baker announce acquisition of Moretrench

April 23, 2018 rockman Comments Off on Keller and Hayward Baker announce acquisition of Moretrench

Acquisition of geotechnical contractor Moretrench further strengthens the company’s product range, geographic footprint, and sector diversity. Hanover, Md., April 19, 2018 – Keller and Hayward Baker have acquired Moretrench, a contractor operating predominantly along the east […]

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DFI Deep Foundations Magazine – March/April 2018 Issue

April 12, 2018 rockman Comments Off on DFI Deep Foundations Magazine – March/April 2018 Issue

The Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) has published it’s Mar/Apr 2018 issue of Deep Foundations Magazine. Feature articles include: High-Capacity Micropiles for Bulfinch Crossing Drilled Shaft Construction – Selecting the Appropriate Equipment and Tooling CSM Support […]

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The Voids of New York City: FIxing the Constant Problems of Settlement and Erosion Beneath Old Buildings Using a New Technology

April 12, 2018 rockman Comments Off on The Voids of New York City: FIxing the Constant Problems of Settlement and Erosion Beneath Old Buildings Using a New Technology

RICHMOND, VA—The New York City-mandated exterior building inspection of a 12-story, 100-year-old co-op building in the Chelsea area around Madison Square Garden and Penn Station led to the discovery of a major problem in the ground beneath. During […]

Route 30 Landslide near Pittsburgh, PA - April 2018
Geologic Hazards

Landslide on Route 30 in East Pittsburgh

April 11, 2018 rockman Comments Off on Landslide on Route 30 in East Pittsburgh

A section of Route 30 in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been destroyed by a landslide, and the road could remain closed for several months.  An apartment building down-slope has also been destroyed, although all residents were […]

Cowlitz Falls Dam Project - Condon Johnson
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Scholarship for Students Interested in Deep Foundations

April 11, 2018 rockman Comments Off on Scholarship for Students Interested in Deep Foundations

The Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) Educational Trust is accepting applications from civil engineering students (from select schools) interested in a career in the deep foundations industry.  The $5,000 Michael L. Condon Civil Engineering Scholarship is open […]

Moretrench acquired by Keller
Comings and Goings

Keller buys Moretrench for $90M

April 3, 2018 rockman Comments Off on Keller buys Moretrench for $90M

UK-based geotechnical mega-company, Keller, has recently acquired US-based geotechnical contractor Moretrench for $90M.  Moretrench works primarily on the east coast and in addition to all manner of geotechnical construction expertise, they also have specialty expertise […]

Peter Chamley, new Chair for Arup in Australasia
Comings and Goings

Arup welcomes new Chair of Arup in Australasia

April 3, 2018 rockman Comments Off on Arup welcomes new Chair of Arup in Australasia

Arup welcomes Peter Chamley, former Group Leader for Arup’s Infrastructure practice, as the new Chair for Arup in Australasia as on 1 April 2018. Peter has over 35 years’ experience in leading delivering major projects […]

Randy Post, President of GeoPrac.net and Senior Geological/Geotechnical Engineer at Golder
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Webinar on Increasing Bearing Capacity and Reducing Settlement with Chemical Grout – April 6th

April 3, 2018 rockman Comments Off on Webinar on Increasing Bearing Capacity and Reducing Settlement with Chemical Grout – April 6th

On Friday, April 6th from 12-1pm EST, 9-10am PST I will be presenting a webinar on increasing bearing capacity and reducing settlement using chemical grout, specifically polyurethane grout. Please register now for this free geotechnical webinar.  The […]