Foundation design and testing

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    Foundations support the rest of the infrastructure, so it’s important to pick and design the best one for your project site. When designing a foundation, you need to consider the ground and environmental conditions, as well as potential hazards or risks. That’s where we come in. We provide the data you need and offer advice on suitable foundation designs and testing that will last a lifetime.

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    Leonard Sands

    Global lead - Foundation design and testing

    Benefits

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    World's largest international load test database

    We provide optimal load test programme and ultimately the most efficient deep foundation, helping you manage geotechnical risk

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    World class technology

    Our Osterberg Cell® (O-Cell®) foundation testing provides accurate data, reducing project costs during and after construction

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    Expert knowledge of soil interaction

    Providing our engineers with insights of how the foundations will perform

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    A network of offices around the globe

    We can support your projects from different locations around the world

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    countries of world-class projects

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    world record of ultra-high testing capacity piles set at the Dubai Creek Tower

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    Case study

    Fast tracking the replacement of Canada's Champlain Bridge

    Montreal’s Samuel De Champlain Bridge is one of North America’s busiest crossings and a crucial corridor for Canada’s economy. The new 3.4-kilometer-long bridge replaced the previous 57-year-old one, which had become functionally obsolete.

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    The environmental advantage of bi-directional pile testing

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    Global lead - Foundation design and testing

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    Reducing ground uncertainty with the

    Geo-Risk Management Framework

    Our Geo-Risk Management Framework (GRMF) provides you with flexible solutions and value according to your business needs and requirements.

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