Geotechnical Engineering Services
Ensure your construction or infrastructure project starts on solid ground with Element’s Geotechnical Engineering and Testing services. Element offers a wide range of high-quality geotechnical engineering and testing services for the public, commercial, and private sectors. From analysis of soil and rock suitability for building, to advanced laboratory and field evaluations, we deliver accurate, reliable results to help you build safe, durable, and cost-effective infrastructure. With industry-leading expertise and cutting-edge technology, we simplify your geotechnical challenges, enabling informed decisions every step of the way.
What is Geotechnical Engineering Testing at Element?
Geotechnical Testing provides critical insights into the physical and chemical properties of the terrain you want to build on, ensuring that your construction site is safe, stable, and suitable for development. At Element, our range of geotechnical services range from rock and soil analysis, to field testing and advanced lab testing - helping you meet regulatory requirements while minimizing risk and cost. In addition, we use specialized sensors to conduct geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring. We systematically measure soil, rock, groundwater, and structural conditions to assess stability and detect potential issues early. This proactive help customers minimize risks and project costs while improving safety.
Why partner with Element for Geotechnical Engineering Testing?
Key Services Offered
Key Services Offered
Elements' geotechnical services include program development, field and lab testing, vibration monitoring, slope stability monitoring, and foundation advisory. Tailored to your project’s challenges, we’ll help you address every phase from planning to execution.
Range of Services Provided
- Program Development
- Geotechnical Evaluation & Field Exploration
- Geotechnical Investigation Site Reconnaissance
- Soil Investigation - Field and Lab Testing
- Construction Quality Control Testing
- Environmental Engineering
- Foundation and Pavement Monitoring
- Expansive/Collapsing Soils Monitoring
- Settlement and Subsidence Monitoring
- Field Permeability Testing
- Dams, Reservoirs and Dam Studies
- Settlement Monitoring
- Compaction Monitoring and Testing
- Dynamically Loaded Foundations
- Slope Stability Analysis & Monitoring Soil and Rock instrumentation and Blast Monitoring
- Shallow Foundations, Deep Foundations, and Rigid Mats
- Braced Excavations and Tie Back Walls
- Construction Dewatering and Drainage
- Earth Retaining Structures and Reinforced Earth
- Tunnels, Pipelines, and Utilities Monitoring
- Creek, River and Waterfront Monitoring
- Deep Dynamic Ground Improvement, Surcharge and Grouting
- Highways, Airports, Railroads, and Pavements Monitoring
- Slope, Soil, and Rock Stability Monitoring
- Vibration and noise monitoring
- Ground and structural monitoring
- Borehole type instruments
- Real time monitoring for excavation and tunnel
- Pile instrumentation and testing
Materials We Test
Materials We Test
We specialize in testing soil, rock, and construction materials and geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring critical to safe infrastructure. Whether for a skyscraper foundation or a highway embankment, our expertise ensures your materials meet project demands.
Cutting-Edge Equipment We Use
Cutting-Edge Equipment We Use
We use advanced testing apparatus, including triaxial compression machines, shear testing systems, and automated consolidation equipment. This technology ensures precise, reliable results that save you time and cost. Real-time monitoring systems for tunnels, excavations, and structural health are also part of our offering.
Instrumentation and Monitoring Expertise
Instrumentation and Monitoring Expertise
We provide comprehensive instrumentation and monitoring services for both buildings and construction sites. Our building solutions include survey prisms, settlement markers, vibration meters, tilt meters, and crack meters to track structural changes over time. For construction sites, we deploy piezometers, magnetic extensometers, water standpipes, ground settlement markers, load cells, and inclinometers. This specialized equipment allows us to collect critical data on ground movements and structural responses, helping prevent potential issues through early detection and intervention.
Which Labs Offer This Service?
Which Labs Offer This Service?
Our services are available at Element’s specialized geotechnical laboratories in Singapore (Kaki Bukit), Singapor (Tuas Loop), and North America (St. Paul).
Standards we test to and materials we test
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Ensuring Site Suitability
Navigating Complex Regulations
Minimizing Construction Risks
Managing Unpredictable Ground Conditions
Why Choose Element
Trusted Expertise
Bespoke Solutions
Advanced Technology
Local Support
50+years of geotechnical testing experience
3global regions
30+industry standards for expert testing
Frequently asked questions
What is slake durability testing and why is it important?
Slake durability testing identifies how soft rocks or shales perform under wet or abrasive conditions, helping predict degradation from weathering cycles. This is crucial for construction projects using these materials.
What is Geotechnical Instrumentation and Monitoring and what are its benefits?
Geotechnical Instrumentation and Monitoring involves systematically measuring soil, rock, groundwater, and structural conditions using specialized sensors. Engineers collect data on ground movement, pressure, stress, vibration, and water levels to assess stability and predict potential issues. This proactive approach helps detect problems early, enabling timely interventions that protect infrastructure, reduce risks, and ensure construction safety and regulatory compliance. The process continues throughout a structure's lifetime to maintain long-term stability and performance. At Element, our instrumentation and monitoring help to minimize risks, project costs and improve ongoing safety.
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