Geotechnical Engineering

TIP testing uses heat from curing concrete to assess drilled shaft integrity. Sensors on the reinforcement cage can help identify potential changes in shaft shape or concrete cover. Photo Credit: GRL Engineers, Inc
Thermal Integrity Profiling (TIP) vs CSL Testing for Drilled Shafts

Drilled shaft integrity testing is an essential part of drilled shaft QA/QC for bridges, transmission…

Advanced, Comprehensive QA/QC Programs: Aiding Accelerated Construction Schedules

by Travis Coleman, P.E. and Brandon Phetteplace, P.E. The United States faces an aging energy…

Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBR)

View the complete article here. How to Write One That Actually Protects You When the…

Meeting the Power Grid Challenge: Quality Control for Transmission Foundations with TIP

by George Piscsalko, P.E. and Travis Coleman, P.E. The recent growth in Artificial Intelligence (AI)…

Compaction Grouting Techniques for Soil Stabilization

Compaction grouting is a ground improvement method that injects a very stiff, low mobility grout…

Tackling Challenging Soils: Proven Techniques for Pile Driving and Foundation Drilling

View the complete article here. Challenging soils—including expansive clays, liquefiable sands, bouldery tills, and more—are…

Understanding Slope Stabilization Assessment, Applications, and Equipment

View the complete article here. Slope instability poses a significant challenge for geotechnical projects, often…

Analyzing Geotechnical Reports: A Comprehensive Guide for Contractors and Engineers

View the complete article here. This guide is designed for contractors and engineers who need…

Mastering Pile Driving and Foundation Drilling Across Diverse Soil Types

View the complete article here. This guide is intended for contractors, engineers, and site managers—offering…

Addressing Geotechnical Challenges in Bridge Foundation Design and Rehabilitation

View the complete article here. The significance of bridge foundation design and refurbishment cannot be…

Shallow Versus Deep Foundations: Factors to Consider, Common Mistakes and Pitfalls, and More

View the complete article here. The significance of foundations goes beyond merely supporting the load…

INTERVIEW: GRL Engineers

Pile Buck’s interview with GRL Engineers, Inc, a professional engineering firm established to provide specialized…