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Geotechnica 2023 preview

Geotechnica, the UK’s largest geotechnical conference and exhibition, returns to the Warwickshire Event Centre in the UK. GDI has listed some of the key companies in the drilling industry taking part in the event which will be held over July 5-6, 2023.

 Geotechnica is taking place at the Warwickshire Event Centre, July 5-6, 2023

Geotechnica is taking place at the Warwickshire Event Centre, July 5-6, 2023

Boode Water Well Systems

Main business sector: Well/borehole drilling. Boode has been in the water well business since 1897 and producing high-quality PVC well screen and casing since 1950, supplying the land drilling industry domestically and globally.

At the show, we will be exhibiting: Our speciality products including BGP gravel-coated screens, BoodePac dual screens; Boode ‘Select' PVC products are DWi Reg.31 & KIWA approved; and Boode ‘ecoline' is our low-cost/high-quality PVC range with BS6920 approval.

Boode is also the official UK and Ireland distributor for Johnson Screens for stainless steel wire-wrapped screens, casing and riser pipes, Baroid IDP and Cebo drilling fluids and additives, American Manufacturing mud pumps and spares, PASI well monitoring equipment, and kwik-ZIP centralisers.

Stand number: 44

Website: boode.com

 

British Drilling Association (BDA)

Main business sector: Drilling

At the show: We will have a stand, where various members of the BDA management committee will be on hand to discuss what the British Drilling Association (BDA) can do for you.

Stand number: 61

Website: britishdrillingassociation.co.uk

 

Casagrande UK

Main business sector: Drilling and foundation equipment supplier

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The new Casagrande C3SXP-2 crawler drill rig will be launched to the UK market at Geotechnica

 

At the show: Casagrande UK will be launching Casagrande's new C3SXP-2 crawler drill rig at Geotechnica 2023. This is Casagrande's smallest drill rig at around 8t and is specifically aimed at the site investigation market. However, it is also well suited to other drilling methods and practices such as geothermal, micro piling and jet grouting.

Available with a long list of standard features and options including, Stage V engine, electric option and dual power option, radio remote, Smart Power Management, rotary options up to 1000rpm, hydraulic hammer options, mast with 10t extraction/crowd with up to 76m/min speed, winch options including wireline, SPT, extending tracks, clamp options and a selection of pumps.

We will also be showing rotary heads from Eurodrill's range of X-series rotaries. On show will be an RH15X with rpm of up to 1000rpm, gear change and motor options, rotary and percussion options. Also, the versatile RH24X will be there, with percussion options, rotary drive options, swivel options and motor options with a torque of 24kNm and 94rpm, Eurodrill rotary heads have an enviable reputation for innovation, performance and reliability.

Stand number: 9 (Outdoors)

Website: casagrandeuk.com

 

DYWIDAG

Main business sector: Geotechnical/ground engineering

At the show, we will be exhibiting: Ground anchors, micropiles, soil nails, threadbar systems and rock bolts

Stand number: E

Website: dywidag.com

 

European Geophysical Services

Main business sector: We provide vital sub-subsurface data to help you make informed decisions. Borehole geophysical logging and video surveying of boreholes, adits, shafts and wells for the water, mineral, environmental and civil engineering industries. Our expertise and experience ensure a high-quality service resulting in us being the preferred contractor to most major utilities, government agencies and engineering companies.

A recent development we are working on is an online data portal for our data archive. This will enable simpler transfer of project files to our clients and allow them to compare previous and current survey data.

The products and services we offer include borehole surveying and logging services; groundwater services; site investigation services; CCTV and ROV surveys; and wireline logging services.

At the show, we will be exhibiting: Geophysical logging equipment and BMR technology with our partner NMR Australia. You will have the opportunity to talk with experienced engineers on our stand who will answer any questions and queries you might have.

Stand number: 28 

Website: europeangeophysical.com

 

Geolabs

Main business sector: Geotechnical laboratory testing. Geolabs is an extensively equipped laboratory in the UK that offers geotechnical testing services for soils, rocks, and aggregates, accredited by UKAS for a wide range of tests.

As an independent testing-only facility which has provided high-quality laboratory testing services since 1995, Geolabs runs a comprehensive testing Proficiency Scheme to help raise standards within the industry.

In addition to its routine laboratory testing services, Geolabs offers advanced testing services, such as cyclic triaxial, advanced triaxial (with bender elements and local instrumentation), resonant column, cyclic and monotonic direct simple shear, and constant rate of strain consolidation testing.

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Geolabs has an independent testing-only facility

 

At the show, we will be announcing: Our expanded capacities in advanced testing, and visitors will have the opportunity to meet with the expert staff and learn more about the laboratory's testing services and Proficiency Scheme.

Geolabs is committed to staying at the forefront of geotechnical laboratory testing and continuously improving its services.

Stand number: 49 - 50

Website: www.geolabs.co.uk

 

Geosense

Main business sector: Geotechnical instrumentation manufacturer

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The Geosense IPI-X measures both settlement and inclination from a single bore hole

 

At the show, we will be exhibiting: The Geosense IPI-X, which is growing in popularity as it measures both settlement and inclination from a single borehole. This means half the number of boreholes and extra data out of a single borehole.

An in-place inclinometer is combined with a low-power digital magnetic positional sensor inside the adjoining extension rod to monitor both vertical and horizontal displacement in embankments, deep foundations and around tunnels and diaphragm walls.

All the digital sensors are BUSSED together allowing fast and reliable communication and any combination of extension rod lengths (0.5, 1, 1.5, 2 and 2.5m) and IPIs (0.5m) can be used so sensors can be located at the required depths.

Also showcased will be the new GeoCONNECT API which can obtain digital calibration data from the cloud using just two pieces of information - Sensor type and Serial number. Benefits include time-saving, error reduction, paperless and automated calculation.

Stand number: 19

Website: geosense.co.uk

 

In Situ Site Investigation

Main business sector: In Situ Site Investigation is a specialist geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation company carrying out all aspects of cone penetration testing (CPT) techniques as well as all methods of pressuremeters. Our expanding range of rigs and equipment enables us to work on any site across the UK and worldwide.

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Site investigation specialist In Situ will have CPT and Pressuremeter technical experts will be available to answer questions at Geotechnica

 

At the show we will be exhibiting: Our CPT equipment including a variety of cones as well as a sample of our pressuremeter equipment (HPD and DPM driven pressuremeter). Our CPT and pressuremeter technical experts will be available to answer any questions.

Visit us at stand number: 7 (Outdoors)

Website: insitusi.com

 

Jet Materials

Main business sector: Supply of materials testing equipment

At the show: We will have both our nuclear and non-nuclear density gauges on show, plus a range of soil testing equipment.

Stand number: 58

Website: jetmaterials.com

 

John Lawrie Tubulars

Main business sector: Construction/piling

At the show: Join us for a coffee on stand 18 where we will be showcasing our full in-house manufacturing capability with sample products on display such as threaded casing, crowns, drill rods and much more. We will also have information regarding our bespoke lifecycle assessment (LCA) which details that for every tonne of our repurposed steel pipe used there is a carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) saving of 97.21% over new manufactured prime steel products.

Stand number: 18

Website: johnlawrietubulars.com

 

Just Drill

Main business sector: Equipment supplier covering all drilling applications.

At the show: Just Drill launched in January 2023 and at Geotechnica we will be showcasing not only ourselves and our company but also our knowledge, experience and a full range of products too. We cover all applications from piling and ground investigation through to geothermal, blasthole and directional drilling. As well as the UK, our contacts and connections also allow us to focus on export markets too.

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Recently launched Just Drill will bring Glinik tricones and PDCs to Geotechnica

 

 

We work with quality partners and companies to bring you the very best equipment and the latest technologies for your next projects. We are the exclusive distributor for Robit in the UK and Ireland. We are the preferred partner for Perforator performance drill pipes, Glinik which manufactures high-quality Tricones and PDCs, ExcaDrill by Junttan which produces excavator drilling attachments and Geomachine ground investigation and deep geothermal rigs. All our partners are based and manufacture their products within the EU, apart from Montrae Mining which, in Australia produces high-end shock absorbers for the most demanding conditions. We will be introducing a new partnership at Geotechnica.

In terms of new technologies, Robit is launching the new H-Series hammers this month and we will have this on display.

In addition, we are collaborating with Geomachine which is bringing the new GM2000, the world's first deep well-drilling rig for deep energy wells. The company's electric and diesel ground investigation and deep geothermal drilling rigs, along with high-pressure compressor systems and an innovative range of products and services, including data logging equipment, really do make Geomachine the sustainable choice for drillers all around the world.

We look forward to meeting with current and future customers, to build lasting working relationships.

Stand number: 14 (Outdoors)

Website: justdrill.eu

 

MacGeo

Main business sector: Ground investigation

At the show, we will be exhibiting: Sonic drilling services and nearshore/offshore ground investigation capabilities.

Stand number: 3

Website: macgeo.co.uk

 

MGS

Main business sector: Ground investigation and ground source heat recovery products

At the show, we will be exhibiting: Our extensive range of products used in ground investigation, mineral exploration, water well construction, ground source heat recovery and groundwater monitoring.

New this year is the Aquaread LeveLine range of groundwater monitoring dataloggers together with telemetry and data visualisation software.

In line with the BDA's "UK Net Zero Strategy - Drill Back Greener" we are pleased to introduce a completely new and innovative developing technology called Microbial Polybiotics. This technology can be used in conjunction with specialist bioplastics to produce not only a carbon-negative product but a controlled in-situ biodegradable pipe.

In the future, products such as Coreliner could be made to be compostable thus eliminating the need for landfill. Prototype samples of EnviroLine-PB wellscreen and Coreliner-PB material will be available to view together with a presentation explaining the technology.

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MGS will showcase the Pagani TG63-150 CPTu, which offers users a significant reduction in carbon output

 

 

The tools that we use to undertake site investigation can also be critical in the efficient production of usable data for consultants and our clients. MGS will showcase how the Pagani TG63-150 CPTu machine has led to direct savings in concrete and steel for end-use house builders in the UK, also significantly reducing their carbon output. We will show how our customers, with our training and technical support, can start to undertake CPTu and sampling themselves using top-quality Pagani equipment for different applications and new developing markets.

Stand number: 3-5

Website: mgs.co.uk

 

One Stop Testing Equipment

Main business sector: We are a UK-based company providing a range of services and test equipment to the construction industry.

Stand number: 59

Website: onestoptesting.co.uk

 

Robertson Geo

Main business sector: Borehole geophysical logging services - Robertson Geo Operational Services (RGS) is a global market-leading technology company with deep expertise in a comprehensive range of ground investigation services, data management, and rental solutions.

The RGS division is fully supported and tightly integrated into Robertson Geo's research, design, engineering, and manufacturing activities and utilises the full range of the company's technologies and capabilities to deliver subsurface data acquisition for hydrological, environmental, mineral, wind, geotechnical, and geoscience projects.

RGS benefits from direct access to the engineering and manufacturing professionals who design, make, and support the technologies it utilises daily.

At the show, we will be exhibiting: A range of technologies including RGeo-eye video camera system, the industry-defining PS Logger technology, and a range of supporting capabilities that makes Robertson Geo Operational Services a one-stop shop for all your geophysical requirements.

Stand number: D

Website: robertson-geo.com - rgeo-services.com

 

Rockbit UK

Main business sector: Drilling equipment designed and manufactured in the UK

At the show: We will be showcasing all our own-brand Wildbore drilling equipment, including - MudMaster, LoopMaster, GroutMaster & Loop Guide, along with some new Massenza drilling rigs which are designed with geothermal drilling in mind. We will also have all our drilling, tooling and casing on show.

Stand number: 10

Website: rockbit.co.uk

 

SoilCloud

Main business sector: Geotechnical data management software

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SoilCloud is dedicated to digital transition in geotechnical engineering

 

 

At the show, announcing: Geotechnica is the opportunity to discover our web solution, SoilCloud, dedicated to digital transition in geotechnical engineering. SoilCloud is widely used in Europe with more than 2000 users. SoilCloud is a reference in Europe for managing geotechnical data and is becoming a world-class reference. With SoilCloud, you can log your boreholes, edit your PDF factual reports, analyse your geotechnical data and do much more. We are also compatible with the AGS format.

Stand number: 11

Website: soilcloud.fr

 

Soil Engineering Geoservices

Main business sector: Ground investigation, drilling and grouting

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Soil Engineering Geoservices is celebrating 60 years of serving the UK geotechnical sector

 

 

At the show, we will be: Celebrating 60 years at the pinnacle of the UK geotechnical sector. Founded to provide a geotechnical advantage to their parent company, they now provide high-quality geotechnical services to clients across the UK. We'll be on stand 6 throughout Geotechnica 2023, to discuss your needs in ground investigation, drill and grout, geotechnical testing and instrumentation and monitoring.

Stand number: 6

Website: soil-engineering.co.uk

 

Stratum Drilling Solutions

Main business sector: Geotechnical

At the show, we will be exhibiting: A wide range of market-leading drilling equipment from our global product range including UK firsts: Ripamonti excavator mounted G:I mast attachment; Ripamonti Eagle drilling rig; Italswiss grouting mixing and pumping equipment; A wide range of Stratum manufactured DTH hammer support and servicing equipment; Geobor and coring and G:I equipment; Market leading drill pipe N80 friction welded from Driconeq, Sweden; and down-the-hole hammers, drill bits and overburden systems from Numa and Mincon.

Stand number: 6

Website: stratumdrillingsolutions.com

 

Stuart Wells

Main business sector: Construction dewatering; wellpointing, deepwells, ejectors and passive relief wells.

Borehole testing services; pumping tests, packer tests, variable head tests, groundwater monitoring and sampling, and geophysical testing.

Groundwater consulting services; regulatory support, dewatering design, groundwater modelling, water feature surveys, and hydrogeological impact assessments.

At the show: Our technical director, Dr Mark Pickett, and senior projects manager, Matt Rosson, will be on hand to discuss our expanding testing and consulting services.

Website: stuartwells.co.uk

 

TerraRoc

Main business sector: Geotechnical drilling consumables

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Symmetrix is one of the three casing advancement systems TerraRoc will be featuring at Geotechnica

 

 

At the show, we will be launching: A new cutting-edge system that will transform in situ testing, increase productivity, reduce manual handling and lead to time-related cost savings. This innovative technology is expected to deliver unrivalled precision and accuracy, further cementing TerraRoc's reputation as a leader in the geotechnical drilling consumables market.

In addition, we will showcase our S Geobor wireline core barrel with its ‘triple tube design', the preferred choice for softer formations. Visitors can also view our UK and US versions of the PPD120 utility power pole drill, designed for shallow hole drilling.

The show will feature our three casing advancement systems - Symmetrix, Elemex, and Odex. These innovative systems allow for simultaneous drilling and casing pipe installation. With these systems, you can rest assured your drilling operations will run seamlessly, with no risk of hole collapse.

Finally, take a look at our Quantum Leap series of DTH hammers from our hire fleet. Featuring the QL120 and QL200 with large button bit and ring bit sets, these hammers are suitable for drilling water wells, primary blast holes in quarries, and construction jobs where large-volume hard rock excavation is required.

Stand number: 1 - 2 (Outdoors)

Website: terrarocdrilling.com