Soil mapping

We believe that information on the composition and structure of soil and sediments can be improved. By combining geophysical methods with standard sampling methods, we deliver soil information at an unpreceded detail at high quality. This approach reduces costs, but also promotes efficient work processes while minimizing risks.

Different applications

Detailed information of the subsurface holds relevance across multiple fields. Our geophysical mapping is used for climate adaptation, environmental research, civil engineering, and archaeology.

Climate change

Climate adaptation is increasingly focused on the reorganization of the landscape. In the planning of these processes, the soil and reliable soil information play a pivotal role. For instance, in dike management, identifying the weak links within and beneath the dikes is crucial. Projects for natural development and stream restoration are undertaken to retain water in those areas. Knowledge of the composition and structure of the subsurface is vital for all these projects. Our methods provide rapid and comprehensive maps with this information.

Environmental mapping

Both land and water environments may be contaminated with organic pollutants or heavy metals, posing health risks to the environment.

While many of these critical sites have been addressed in recent years, numerous locations still suffer from contamination. These range from minor spots, like small infill areas, to larger regions such as river floodplains contaminated with dioxins. Addressing these environmental issues requires a clear understanding of the contamination level. Our projects demonstrate how even intricate environmental challenges can be effectively managed through our geophysical mapping solutions.

Civil engineering

At the start of a new construction project, understanding what lies beneath the surface is essential. Our geophysical scans provide comprehensive insights into what’s underground, identifying debris, cables, pipes, and reinforcements, thus offering more information and reducing the risk of project delays.

Archaeology

For many archaeologists, soil plays a pivotal role. Many artifacts are found within the soil and information on the shallow subsurface, location of objects can streamline archaeological research. Our use of geophysical techniques like ground-penetrating radar offers deep soil scans, revealing the presence of foundation remains, filled ditches, or buried infills, enabling cost-effective and thorough archaeological investigations.

Tailored advice

Prior to each project, you want to know what to expect. That is why we map out the scope of the project and the steps that are needed for soil analysis. We analyse the various factors that could impact the project, and we look at soil in a broader perspective and combine various disciplines to provide the most detailed advice possible. Moreover, we provide support in drafting reports and plans to ensure that the project meets all requirements.

Geophysical methods

Geophysical methods help to map the subsurface on land and under water, utilizing a broad range of sensing techniques. Depending on the type of project we use various geophysical methods, such as:

gamma-ray spectrometer
density meter (rhoC)
elektromagnetic meter (EMI)
ground-penetrating radar
sub-bottom profiler
magnetometer

Understanding earth better

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Consultancy

Are you seeking guidance on soil mapping? We offer expert advice and solutions in geoscience with a practical approach: making scientific knowledge available to the geo-related industry.

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