Solution Oriented Engineering
Richard Groniger
Key Service Areas
Geotechnical Investigation for future developments
Our qualified engineers prepare geotechnical reports based on field investigation in accordance with municipal guidelines
Geotechnical Investigations for existing infrastructure
Our qualified engineer will complete a site evaluation/investigation to provide remedial options and geotechnical design recommendations
Slope Stability Analysis
Paterson Group personnel will complete topographic surveys and use available mapping to analyze slope stability in accordance with local conservation authority guidelines
Seismic Shear wave velocity testing and analysis
A site-specific seismic array will be installed by the Paterson Group Specialists to analyze the soil/bedrock seismic shear wave velocity in accordance with the latest version of the Ontario Building Code.
Tree and foundation damage investigations
Existing Building evaluation and investigation completed in accordance with City of Ottawa guidelines to evaluate the potential for foundation damage due to Tree dewatering of sensitive soils.
Foundation drainage and waterproofing design
Paterson personnel specializing in foundation drainage and waterproofing design will provide full design and inspection services to assist in design of below grade building levels and infrastructure.
Rock anchor design
Geotechnical design parameters provided by a qualified engineer based on site specific bedrock formation and quality.
Frost protection design
Temporary and permanent frost protection design for buildings and infrastructure based on site specific soil/bedrock characteristics.
Design recommendations for construction over sensitive marine clays
Paterson Group personnel specialized in development over sensitive marine clays.
Proximity Study
Completed by qualified staff experienced in proximity study for proposed developments located in close proximity to existing/future rail lines/major infrastructure
Soils Testing for Tree Planting Setback Recommendations
Soils testing, such as Atterberg limit testing, Grain Size (Sieve) Distribution Testing, Shrinkage testing, moisture content to support tree planting setback recommendations in accordance with City of Ottawa guidelines for Tree Planting Setbacks for Sensitive Marine Clay soils.
Settlement Monitoring Program
Periodic monitoring completed by trained staff using a high precision laser level to confirm on-going settlement associated with
Specialized Instrumentation Monitoring
Design programs and installation for specialized instrumentation equipment to monitor potential movements of temporary shoring and/or short-term dewatering
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