Carrying out CPT testing beneath the A20 motorway required a practical approach to working in a confined space. With limited working height underneath the viaduct, conventional equipment positioning was a challenge.
For this project, Hektec used a fully electric CPT unit from Gouda Geo-Equipment to perform geotechnical soil investigation in these restricted conditions.
CPT testing with limited working height
Before the CPT unit could be positioned, ceiling grids underneath the viaduct had to be removed to provide sufficient clearance.
The compact and controllable electric CPT unit offered a practical solution for carrying out the required testing in a location where access and available working height were limited.
The project demonstrates how the right equipment can support reliable CPT operations in challenging working environments.
Practical support on site
During the CPT operations, Gouda Geo colleague Frank Brouwer visited the site to provide Hektec with hands-on instructions on operating the fully electric CPT unit.
Working in confined spaces requires careful positioning, a good understanding of the equipment and attention to site-specific conditions. Direct technical support helps operators use the equipment effectively and confidently.
At Gouda Geo, we believe that reliable geotechnical equipment and practical field support go hand in hand. This project is a good example of how that combination helps customers carry out soil investigations in locations where standard working conditions cannot be taken for granted.