Hydrogeological Characterisation with EC, HPT or CPT

EnISSA can deploy high-resolution measurements to provide you with key insights into the variation of subsurface soil characteristics. We can carry out Hydrogeologic characterization in combination with MIP or OIP measurements in environmental investigations or as dedicated tool in groundwater or geotechnical investigations.  

We perform such investigations by inserting a probe into the subsurface and creating a depth profile of the signals produced by one or more of the following sensors.

A ESTL Testing solution

RRTB-4000

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Electric Conductivity (EC) measurements

On the basis of EC measurements, we acquire insight into soil structure variations. An EC profile displays the various soil layers. We measure the electric conductivity of the soil using a probe with an integrated EC dipole. The EC signal is in part related to the granular size of the soil particles, which tells us a great deal about the soil structure. In general, sand particles have low EC, while clay particles tend to produce high EC signals.

Hydraulic Profiling Tool (HPT)

We use the Hydraulic Profiling Tool (HPT) to collect data about soil permeability. We insert a probe into the ground and with a regulated flow rate pump we inject a constant water flow. The applied injection pressure is recorded and displayed according to depth.

An increase in injection pressure represents the layers where the soil is less permeable A decrease in pressure then displays the permeable layers. With the injection pressure and flow the estimated conductivity (K [m/day]) is calculated on the basis of an empirical model.

Cone Penetrometer Test (CPT)

The Cone Penetrometer Test (CPT) derives its origin from geotechnical engineering. A CPT cone is pushed into the ground at constant speed by a heavy push truck or a more compact Geoprobe that is anchored into the ground. This probe measures two components:

  • Point resistance;
  • Local friction.

 

On the basis of the probe’s measurements, we can classify the soil layers into 12 categories, thus creating an accurate image of the soil. For example, sandy soil typically has a high point resistance and a lower friction resistance. By contrast, clay soil has low point resistance and high friction resistance.

If, in addition to the measurement data produced by such an investigation, you would also like a comprehensive 3D visualisation, we are pleased to be of assistance to you! This makes it easier to clearly display the results of the investigation for discussion with all involved parties.

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On-site metingen resulteren in een dynamische onderzoeksmethodiek

  • Lage detectielimieten voor verscheidene parameters
  • Gedetailleerde informatie over individuele verbindingen
  • Kosteneffectieve verzameling van meerdere honderden datapunten/dag
  • Directe beschikbaarheid van resultaten
  • Mogelijkheid om on the spot het onderzoek bij te sturen
  • Reductie van de doorlooptijd van het bodemonderzoeken

 

De gedetailleerde compound specifieke MIP-profielen maken we voor onze klanten heel visueel. Soms zelfs ook in 3D. Dit helpt hen in hun adviesrol naar klanten toe om de situatie van de verontreiniging helder te illustreren.

 

We kunnen dus stellen dat deze methodiek uiterst betrouwbare informatie oplevert, wat adviseurs helpt bij het opmaken van het CSM en wat op zijn beurt weer leidt tot een geslaagd saneringsproject in the end.

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