Geotechnical Training Services

USL Group conducts geotechnical training services in the field or in the client's laboratory.

Bookings can be arranged by email.

The fee is negotiable on a minimum of a 1/2 day basis.

Training will be conducted by Dominic Lopes.

Training notes can be provided.

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HEDRA alert to geotechnical and civil engineers

Submitted by Nicole on Thu, 15/10/2020 - 15:59

Recently, I have had an opportunity to compare the Shrink/Swell test (S/S) with the Conditioned Core Shrink test (CCS) as part of my PhD. While doing so an improved test method was devised with the help from the Swinburne University soil laboratory and JM Field work.

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Soil moisture differences

Submitted by Malthouse on Sun, 22/05/2016 - 22:41

There is a distinct difference in soil moisture in the far Western suburbs of the capital cities along the east coast. This occurred during the recent El Nino and will probably cause new slab deflections once the rains take effect (Hedra Notice Board, April 2016).