Exploratory Drilling with Core Recovery

Applications and Benefits

• Determination of Subsoil Stratigraphy: Allows identification of soil layers and their hydraulic properties, which is crucial for aquifer assessment and groundwater recharge capacity.
• Analysis of the Lithological Column: Helps characterize subsurface layers in terms of permeability, porosity, and interaction with groundwater flow.
• Detection of Groundwater Levels: This analysis is essential to identify the water table and study how construction or water extraction activities may affect groundwater resources.
• Hydrogeological Studies: Core recovery enables detailed studies on groundwater quality, infiltration processes, and the interaction between groundwater and nearby water bodies.

Drilling Process

1. Specialized Equipment: We use machines with rotary drills to extract cylindrical subsurface samples, ensuring sample integrity.
2. Core Extraction: Samples are taken at the required depths, providing accurate information on the different soil layers.
3. Hydrogeological Analysis: Extracted samples are analyzed in the lab to assess their hydraulic and geotechnical properties, especially their ability to store and transmit water.