Overview
We provide geotechnical and geological engineering services across the Kingdom for every type of subsurface formation, whether soil, rock or sabkha, delivering studies and engineering recommendations for foundations, excavation and backfill in line with the Saudi Building Code and best engineering practice.
What the study covers
- Physical and mechanical properties of soil and rock
- Depth and characteristics of subsurface formations and required foundation depth
- Most suitable and economical foundation type, allowable bearing capacity and expected settlement
- Foundation recommendations including the effect of chlorides and sulfates on concrete and buried structures
Drilling and sampling methods
- Rotary drilling with tri-cone bits, cooled with water or air
- Undisturbed clay sampling with Shelby tubes
- Rock coring with diamond-bit double-tube core barrels
- Evaluation of field and laboratory results for buildings, bridges and roads