Geotechnical Investigation

Geotechnical / Site Investigation

Ground Investigation for Confident Foundation Design

Geotechnical investigation translates what lies beneath the surface into reliable design parameters. RVCS carries out borehole drilling, standard penetration testing, sampling and in-situ field testing to build an accurate picture of the ground profile at your site.

Our reports summarise strata details, groundwater observations, field test results and laboratory data, and conclude with foundation recommendations — including safe bearing capacity and anticipated settlement — that engineers can adopt directly.

Scope of Services

• Rotary and wash boring with detailed strata logging
• Standard penetration tests (SPT) at specified depths
• Disturbed and undisturbed soil sampling
• Dynamic cone penetration tests (DCPT) for shallow profiling
• Trial pits and visual soil classification
• Groundwater level observation during and after drilling
• Bearing capacity and settlement analysis
• Geotechnical reports with foundation recommendations

Testing & Investigation Methods

• IS 1892 — code of practice for subsurface investigation
• IS 2131 — standard penetration test
• IS 4968 Part 3 — dynamic cone penetration test
• IS 1498 — soil identification and classification
• IS 6403 — bearing capacity of shallow foundations
• IS 8009 — settlement computation

Why Choose RVCS

RVCS field crews combine experienced drilling supervision with disciplined sampling and documentation. Bore logs are prepared as work proceeds, and all field data is cross-checked with laboratory results before recommendations are finalised.

Key Applications

• High-rise and commercial buildings
• Industrial plants and warehouses
• Bridge and culvert foundations
• Pipeline and transmission line routes
• Retaining walls and slopes
• Telecom towers and solar farms

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