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Casagrande UK is the sole UK and Ireland distributor for Casagrande Spa of Italy, a company with over 40 years experience in designing and manufacturing machines and equipment for the ground engineering industry, known world wide for high performance and reliability. Casagrande UK is also the sole UK and Ireland distributor for equipment manufactured by Hutte, Eurodrill (Germany), Hany and Emde.
John Lawrie Tubulars is the leading specialist in the supply of repurposed steel tubulars for use as piling in the construction and civil engineering sectors. Following significant investment in assets, they became a ‘one-stop-shop’ for their construction and structural industry clients, offering services to the mining, water wells and minerals industries too.
Their in-house manufacturing services include the production of friction welded drill rods for rotary and DTH purposes, rotary percussive casing, SI Casing (BS 879), and exploration casing (BS 4019), Rope threaded piling casing and Klemm threaded casing advancement systems. They also manufacture helical piles, pipe and fabrication for rail and highways and top driven piling.
Focused on driving a circular economy, they invested in a bespoke life cycle assessment which details that for every tonne of their repurposed tubulars used there is a carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) saving of 97.21% over the production of new manufactured prime steel products.
MGS will be showcasing their extensive range of products used in ground investigation, mineral exploration, water well construction, ground source heat recovery and groundwater monitoring.
New this year sees the introduction of the Aquaread LeveLine range of groundwater monitoring dataloggers together with telemetry and data visualisation software.
Also, try their new Drill Factor Challenge to win a great prize.
In line with the BDA's "UK Net Zero Strategy - Drill Back Greener", MGS 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. Other 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 and touch together with a presentation explaining the technology.
TerraRoc is the market leader in geotechnical drilling consumables and they operate globally from Europe to South-Central-North America to Asia. With three manufacturing facilities in Finland (Tampere), Scotland (Grangemouth) and the United States (Roanoke, Virginia), in addition to a supply chain that spans the globe, they’re able to minimize their clients’ downtime and react promptly to their needs around the world. From specializing in casing advancement systems, down-the-hole hammers and core drilling, TerraRoc’s strong R&D, thorough planning and exacting quality control enable them to deliver a full range of drilling tools and consumables. Their products and services are customized for each specific client’s needs and with some of the industry’s most robust R&D talent, TerraRoc is always on the lookout for new customer challenges.
Davis Trackhire are the UK's Largest Independent Suppliers Of Aluminium Trackway, providing Temporary Access Roads, Site Compounds & Borehole Pads for SSSI sites in the Geotechnical and Site Investigation sector. They fully understand the importance of avoiding cross-contamination as well as the strict time restraints that are often in place in the GI industry. They have full wash facilities in all of their depots and can have 1 kilometre of clean Trackway installed and ready to use within just 24 hours of arrival on site, and removed just as quick - No need to for reinstatement and very little if any disturbance to the sub-soil.
GenAir - Specialists in Compressed Air Hire - A refreshing alternative in the supply of compressed air rental and mobile accessories. With a management team boasting over 140 years’ experience in the industry, supported with one of the largest hire fleets of compressed air systems, desiccant dryers and ancillary equipment in Europe. For even the most urgent of requirements their rapid response and customer service is the best in the business. With both industrial and oil free formats, GenAir compressors are offered to include TIER 5 LEZ COMPLIANT and ZERO EMMISSIONS ELECTRIC DRIVE to provide the most efficient solutions.
Just Drill are the specialists in both sale and distribution of drilling equipment and tooling, providing a complete drill-string solution for sectors including Blast Hole, Geotechnical, Waterwell, Geothermal, HDD & Site Investigation. They cover the UK and Ireland markets and are known as the “Exclusive or Preferred Partner” for various high-quality manufacturers from around the globe. These include Robit Top Hammer, DTH & Casing systems, Perforator drill pipe and accessories, Glinik Rotary Bits, Montrae Mining Shock Absorbers, ExcaDrill attachments with additional products available within their portfolio. They are determined to provide an unrivalled service with a key focus on sustainability, which form part of their core values. With extensive market knowledge and worldwide experience, you can trust them to supply the right products at the right time for your projects. They are constantly bringing new technologies and methods to the industry.
Since 1996, Rocscience has been a company focused on bridging the gaps in analysis, design, and visualization tools for the mining and civil engineering industries. Born as a spin-off company from the University of Toronto, their software development combines innovation and research, allowing them to develop world-class software solutions that work for you today and will evolve to meet your needs tomorrow. Their motto “Geotechnical tools, inspired by you” means they are continuously listening to your specific geotechnical challenges so that they can build tools to help you overcome them. Whether you’re focused on slope stability, excavation design, or foundation analysis, their comprehensive suite of 18 programs means that no matter what your needs are, they have a software solution for your projects.
Seequent builds world-leading subsurface software, helping create a better understanding of the earth to ensure a better world for all. They are constantly evolving at the forefront of technology to transform how geo-professionals work, eliminating barriers to understanding by connecting software, teams, and the tools they need. Every day, their customers in over 100 countries work to develop mineral resources more sustainably, design and build better infrastructure, protect the environment, source renewable energy, and help resolve historical challenges such as groundwater contamination and ageing infrastructure. Seequent's integrated earth modelling, geo-data management, and team collaboration software enables them to see a more complete picture of the earth: because with more understanding comes better decisions – for people and the planet. Headquartered in New Zealand with global reach, Seequent is the subsurface software company within Bentley Systems. Together, they are helping build a more resilient world.
For over 20 years Strata Geotechnics (formerly VE Geotechnical Services) has provided high quality Ground Investigation and Pile Testing services throughout the UK. Focusing on the production of quality data, Strata maintain an enviable track record of being at the forefront of technology and innovation which includes the development of bespoke drilling rigs, digital data, sonic drilling technology and automated static load testing.
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Fielders have been providing the highest calibre Ground Engineering professionals for 30 years this year. Fielders’ service is YOUR service - whether you are a potential employer looking for expert sourcing in this niche market, or a candidate seeking professional, confidential and proactive representation to further your career. The super friendly London team work day-in and day-out with Site Agents, Rig Supervisors, Logging specialists, GeoEnvironmental Engineers, Designers – the full range of Geotechnical and GeoEnvironmental experts. The experienced Aberdeen offshore team focus on both Geotechnical and Geophysical Client Reps and well as Lab Techs and Geotechnical Logging support. This is our niche.
GEOLABS Limited are a wholly independent testing-only company which ensures that they can respond to clients' needs and requirements and are not influenced by any parent company considerations. Their testing is performed by staff with a combined total of over 500 years of soils testing experience. They ensure that the highest level of quality assurance is achieved and maintained in their operations and are accredited by UKAS for a wide range of tests including: advanced; effective stress; shearboxes; classification; earthworks; consolidation; permeability; total stress; tailings; thermal resistivity; rock tests as well as research orientated testing etc.
For over 40 years Robertson Geo has pioneered the development of wireline logging instrumentation technologies and techniques. The comprehensive range of geophysical logging solutions and software is developed and built at its North Wales manufacturing and calibration centre. On-site test facilities include a 100m test borehole, calibration blocks, ovens and autoclaves, used for testing complete probe assemblies, providing a full suite of traceable calibration and quality assurance data. Experienced field engineers are available to conduct borehole logging services in any location worldwide. Equipment can be purchased or rented, offering a range of flexible options for calibrated wireline logging data of proven quality and reliability.
Soil Engineering is one of the UK's leading geotechnical contractors with a proven capability in all elements of ground investigation and stabilisation. Soil Engineering are a long established leader in the UK Geotechnical Sector, delivering both Ground Investigation and Drill and Grout services from three bases across the country. They are capable of undertaking a wide range of investigative and remediation techniques.
Established in 1964, Structural Soils Ltd has evolved into an award winning national, multidisciplinary, integrated geotechnical and geoenvironmental site-investigation company with the proven capability, capacity and confidence to undertake contracts of any size, in any location and virtually any scope. The company undertakes contracts across the UK through its offices in Bristol, Castleford, Coventry, Glasgow, Hemel Hempstead, Wigan, Plymouth, and Tonbridge. In 2020, they won ‘The Big 3’ Ground Engineering awards, Ground Investigation Specialist of the Year, Contractor of the Year, Ground Investigation Project of the Year. They were announced as the deserving winner of the Technology Team of the Year Award at the 2022 Construction News Workforce Awards. They now offer an independent downhole borehole logging, packer testing, HPD and NMR service. Structural Soils look forward to your visit to their Stand 35. For more information on their comprehensive service offering please e-mail ask@soils.co.uk.
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European Geophysical Services provide geophysical logging, imaging and video surveying of boreholes, adits, shafts and wells for the water, mineral, environmental and civil engineering industries. Their expertise and experience ensure a high quality service resulting in them being the preferred contractor to several major utilities, government agencies and engineering companies.
Geoterra are geospatial engineers and consultant chartered land surveyors who specialise in above and below ground geo-referenced surveys. They work very closely with consultant engineers, contractors and drilling operators in the civil engineering and building sectors to provide a high quality service to clients and have almost 40 years' experience working on major infrastructure projects. Geoterra utilise a variety of innovative solutions to obtain accurate survey data upon which engineering decisions can be made and help in reducing the risk of the unknown; what lies beneath. They offer their clients unique solutions for their various requirements throughout the UK. They also provide expert witness services for construction litigations and are often called upon to give independent advice as consultant engineers and surveyors.
Leca® UK are the UK's leading lightweight aggregate supplier. Leca® LWA is used in many civil engineering and geotechnical applications from road and rail embankments to bridge backfills and salvaging retaining walls. A natural material and just 15% of the weight of traditional fill materials Leca® LWA is an easy choice to reduce over-burden, delivery programmes or structural costs; it is an inert, multifunctional material which has been in production in Scandinavia since the 1930s and is now widely used throughout the UK and Europe. With its self-draining properties the material is also a winner for green roofs, sports stadia, landscaping and horticultural projects. Moreover Leca® LWA has proven that it is just as useful in Biofilters, Swimming Pool backfills and even arrestor beds on high speed motor racing tracks, test facilities and airfield runways.
TerraDat is a specialist and independant geophysical survey company. Both contracting and consulting services are provided by its experienced staff to the geotechnical, civil, mineral, hydrological and environmental industries. it owns the largest range of geophysical survey equipment in the UK private sector. TerraDat's main aims are to offer a high quality service to its clients while promoting the wider use of geophysical science in approprate environments.
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