AGS NSW Insitu Testing Practical Workshop 7 May 2024
Check out the highlights from the Australian Geomechanics Society NSW Insitu Testing Practical Workshop – 7 May 2024!
The AGS NSW Insitu Testing Practical Workshop was a hands-on event where attendees tried various insitu testing techniques to evaluate material conditions, such as static Plate Load Test (PLT), Light Weight Deflectometers (LWDs), Trailer Mounted Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD); penetration tests including Cone Penetration Testing (CPT), Dynamic Probing Super Heavy (DPSH), PANDA [variable energy] Probe, Automated Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) and the commonly used DCP; and geophysics including, Multi-channel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW) and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
Held at Bayview Golf Club, the workshop offered full-scale demonstrations and was a great opportunity for both early career professionals and seasoned practitioners to engage, offering both learning and networking opportunities in a well-catered setting. Special thanks to Dr. David Lacey of FSG Geotechnics & Foundations and Robin Power of Insitutek for sharing their extensive knowledge, and to our Sponsors, GeoSmart Solutions, Ground Test, KMK Geotechnics Pty Ltd, Macquarie Geotechnical, and Pavement Management Services for their generous support.
The ZFG 3000 is an excellent tool and should be included in any professional contractors equipment list of assets. This tool should have a similar impact on the construction industry as the laser level. The ability to accurately and reliably measure this aspect of ground condition will improve the quality of the work and remove doubt as to the progress of the project.
I bought my ZFG 3000 and on the same day less than two hours later, it had paid for itself. Using this instrument, I was able to demonstrate scientifically, repeatably and independently the quality of the work that we had completed for our client. Ending the disagreement and creating an improved working relationship. Most jobs are not as confrontational as this was however, most jobs are built to a standard. The contractor can now measure as required, to know on site, at the time of testing if this standard is being achieved.
I strongly recommend the ZFG 3000 Deflectometer to any earthmoving, civil construction contractor. Good luck with your projects.
We are using the PANDITO DCP for Level 1 site supervision, it’s very portable and we find it handy for flying into sites.
I have known the team at Insitutek for over ten years. Their professionalism, positivity and enthusiasm for their work is outstanding and I am pleased to recommend them.
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