Innovative In-House Geotechnical Laboratory Services

Geosyntec’s internal geotechnical lab is a cutting-edge geotechnical testing facility focusing on tailings shear strength, liquefaction, and consolidation tests using state-of-the-art equipment. The lab offers specialised consulting services, including independent review. Our testing capabilities directly support the consulting work of Geosyntec while also serving the broader tailings industry with precise and reliable data.

Mine Geotechnical Laboratory Services

  • Static and cyclic triaxial testing
  • Critical state line measurements with oversized lubricated end platens and end of test soil freezing
  • Local strain measurement in triaxial tests
  • Bender element
  • Monotonic and cyclic direct simple shear
  • Monotonic and cyclic confined simple shear
  • Constant rate of strain and incremental consolidation
  • Slurry consolidometer
  • Sample preparation methods: moist tamping, moist vibration, slurry deposition, and air dried

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Geotechnical tailings equipment
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From highly scientific studies to large construction projects, our staff has extensive experience, the latest tools and technologies, and dedication to client service.

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