Services

Many of our projects involve environmental soil research. We take soil and groundwater samples in order to investigate whether the soil and/or groundwater is contaminated and to what extent.

Determining the quality of the soil by means of environmental research is essential for, among other things, applying for a building- or environmental permit, soil remediation and the reuse of soil, dredged material and building materials, and improving the water quality.

With our archeological field research, we support archaeologists to determine the archaeological value of the soil. Depending on the preliminary research and the subsoil, we carry out hand drilling or work with our advanced technology.

In order to protect cultural heritage, archeological research is mandatory in areas where there is a high probability that archaeological remains will be present. On the basis of this, it is determined whether and to what extent the carrying out of soil-disturbing activities is permitted.

All waterbeds that are brought up to the surface must be examined beforehand for contaminants. Many waters in the Netherlands have already been investigated by us. By sampling the bottoms of rivers, seas, canals and harbours, we are able to determine the quality and quantity of the sediment and the slip of the bottom of the water.

In addition to our standard drilling equipment, we also have the following tools at our disposal for water sediment research: Vibrocorer, Boxcorer, Van Veenhapper, Valbom, Zuigerboor en Multisampler. Our boats equipped with 06-GPS satellite technology ensure accurate measurement of the sampling points.

A water sediment research is essential for improving water quality, applying for a building- and environmental permit, drawing up a dredging plan and maintaining the depth of the watercourses.