World’s first

manufacturer of CPT
equipment
Welcome
Presentation introduction

Geomil Equipment B.V. (The Netherlands)

Speakers this morning:

Ludovic Vinkesteijn MD Geomil Group
Ross Quaite Regional manager Geomil Asia

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Contents of presentation

 History of CPT and Introduction to

Geomil Equipment BV
 Role of CPT in Geotechnical site investigations
 Equipment
 Cones
 Onshore
 Offshore

 Procedures

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History of CPT
Initial Developmenrt

 In the 1920s and 1930s various railway embankment

failures occurred on soft organic peat soils in the West
of The Netherlands
 1932 founded in Gouda as Goudsche Machine Fabriek
(also known as GMF)
 1934 development of the first mechanical cone
 World’s first manufacturer of CPT equipment
Awarded a patent on CPT technology in Europe and the US!

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History of CPT
Further development

• Invention of the Barentsen CPT device

• First 10 ton CPT
• Mechanical cone with conically shaped jacket
• Begemann introduces friction sleeve
• Fugro develops electrical cone
• First piezometers appear
• Introduction of piezocone
• The Gouda Machine Factory sells off its CPT
department which continues as
Geomil Equipment B.V.

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Introduction to Geomil
Current status and position

 As of 1996 independent under the name

Geomil Equipment B.V. as a successful spinoff from
GMF, Gouda, Holland
 In 2009 moved to our current premises in
Moordrecht, Holland
 In the past years we realized a steady growth which
created the basis for solid innovative company
 Since 2013 active and successful in offshore market
with the game changer Manta-200 seabed system
 World market leader in CPT (again)
 Currently ~55 employees, highly skilled and motivated,
ready to accelerate into the future of CPT
 Looking forward to make the future successful
together with our clients

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Introduction to Geomil
Associations in the market

 Seat in technical commission of ISSMGE

International Society of Soil Mechanics & Geotechnical Engineers
 Member IRO
Dutch Association for Offshore Contractors
 Member of CEDA
Dutch & Belgian Dredging Association
 Cooperation with NGI
Norwegian Geotechnical Institute
 Applying for membership of Chinese Geotechnical
society (true EPC)
 Respected supplier to world’s leading geotechnical
contractors (globally)
 Involved as equipment supplier on many challenging
and prestigious projects around the world.

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Introduction to Geomil
Business focus

Core business
• Design, production and service of CPT equipment
• Creation and support of Data Acquisition System
- Geotechnical Sensor Network
• Development of data recording and machine
control software
• Focus on CPT equipment for
onshore, nearshore and offshore
Training & client support
• Geomil College
• Onsite training / instruction
• Remote support service

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Why CPT data
More that just data collection

 Standardized in ASTM and ISO norms

(BS obsolete)

 Efficient (cost effective)

 High data quality (less human interference)
 Undisturbed in-situ soil data
 In-situ pore water pressure measurement
 Accurate depth recording
 Real-time data (decision making in the field)
 Reducing the need for conventional BH drilling
with the Orca enabling CPT data from BH
 No sample handling, logistics, disturbance, …….
 Shorter offshore campaigns

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Why CPT data
Operational and financial efficiency
OPTION ONE (BH only)
# type hrs / loc t hrs € / hr €
26 BH 36 936 1.575,00 1.474.200,00
26 LAB test 5.000,00 130.000,00
936 1.604.200,00
39 days

OPTION TWO (CPT in addition to BH)

# type hrs / loc t hrs € / hr €
58 CPT 2,5 145 1.575,00 228.375,00
7 BH 36 252 1.575,00 396.900,00
7 LAB test 5.000,00 35.000,00
397 660.275,00
17 days

Difference 22 days € 943.925,00

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Applications of CPT Data
Parameters Obtained

 Directly Measured Parameters

• Cone Resistance (qC)
• Sleeve Friction (fs)
• Pore Pressure (u1, 2 or 3)
 Directly Derived Parameters
• Friction Ratio (Rf=(fs/qt) · 100%)
• Equi-li-brium pore pressure (u0)
• Excess pore pressure (Δu=u2 - u0)
• Corrected cone resistance (qt=qc + (1 - a) · u2
• Effective cone resistance (qe =qc – u2)

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Applications of CPT Data
Parameters Obtained
Indirectly derived parameters:
• Total vertical stress
• (σvo=∑ γ (dry + wet))
• Effective vertical stress
• (σ’vo =σvo – u0)
• Net cone resistance
• (qn=qt − σvo)
• Pore pressure ratio
• (Bq=(u2 − u0) / (qt – σvo))
• Normalized cone resistance
• (Qt=(qt − σvo) / σ’vo)
• Normalized friction ratio
• (Fr =fs / (qt − σvo))
 Advanced derived parameters:
• Soil classification
• Internal friction angle: Frictional / coarse
grained soils
• Relative density: Frictional / coarse grained
soils
• Undrained shear strength: Fine grained /
cohesive soils
• Soil behavior type index
• Equivalent SPT N60 value
 Depending on software used more parameters
may be available!
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CPT equipment
Cones and Probes

 Available in 15 cm2, 10 cm2 and 5 cm2

 Compression Cone and Subtraction Cones available
 Measuring:
 Cone friction (qc)
 Sleeve friction (fs)
 Inclination – in two planes
 Pore Pressure

 Ultrasensitive 3 MPa Cone

 Additional:
 T-bar
 Sphere Probe
 Ranger – Soil Sampler
 Shear Vane Test
 Seismic capability

 We calibrate to standards either ISO and ASTM

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CPT equipment
Geomil data acquisition system

 GSN => Geomil Geotechnical Sensor Network

 GSN acts as the data acquisition system to all Geomil
CPT equipment and sensors
 GSN records all connected sensors in real time and can
intergrade initialized sensors
 Recorded data is converted to geotechnical engineering
parameters and displayed in graphs

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CPT equipment
Geomil data acquisition system
Principle analogue / digital
A/D-conversion

Analogue signal [mV]

A/D-conversion
Digital signal [1011010101]

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CPT Equipment
Fox

 Geomil Fox series of stand-alone pushing systems with

thrust capacity ranging from 100 to 200 kN are
designed for use in a wide variety of applications
 The Fox pushing systems can be easily mobilized to
site, and used with anchors or dead weight
 The lighter Fox-100 and Fox-150 systems are highly
maneuverable and powered by a separate hydraulic
power pack, driven by petrol, diesel or electrical motor

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CPT Equipment
Lynx

 The Geomil Lynx-200 is a compact and versatile

self-propelled unit, specifically targeted for CPTs in
confined or difficult to access areas
 Designed with a focus on maximum efficiency during
testing, the Lynx-200 provides easy access to the push
frame and the tube rack - easily rotated for an optimal
working position

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CPT Equipment
Husky

 The Geomil Husky-200 is a trailer-mounted CPT system

with 200 kN push capacity and providing a high-quality
design with easy-to-use operating features
 Flexibility was kept at the forefront of the design
resulting in an easy to haul trailer which can be used
on almost any terrain onshore as well as for nearshore
testing such as off a jack-up barge

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CPT Equipment
Panther

 Geomil Equipment Panther series are fully ballasted

and completely enclosed, track mounted Cone
Penetration Testing systems for testing in any terrain
under the harshest of conditions paired with the
lowest possible ground pressure
 The Panther comes in 3 different weight classes that
can be further customized by adding ballast:
 Panther-100 – 100 to 120 kN push capacity
 Panther-130 – 130 to 160 kN push capacity
 Panther-170 – 170 to 200 kN push capacity

 The Panther is available in two configurations, the

robust and easy to handle Classic, or the Premium
model with state-of-the-art and fully automated HMI
control

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CPT Equipment
Gizzly

 Grizzly is the universal concept for a fully ballasted

truck for CPT, designed to bring unmatched advantages
over conventional systems offering a complete
integrated module (load bearing sub-chassis, hydraulic
system, controls, working cabin and respective interior)
 The Grizzly can be installed on any suitable base truck,
either in the Geomil workshop or on location
 Available in two configurations:
 Classic – robust and easy to handle with manual controls
 Premium – state of the art solution with advanced and fully
automated Human Machine Interface (HMI)

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CPT Equipment
Kodiak

 The Kodiak is the perfect combination of efficient travel

between projects and excellent terrain capabilities,
coming together in this next-generation CPT system
 Fitted with the latest technology in terms of controls
and outfitting, the Kodiak provides the ultimate
working environment for any job site
 Subject to base truck and applicable regulations, the
Kodiak provides between 170 and 200 kN push capacity

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 Shark-200 nearshore system
Coastal area’s

 Designed for water depths 0 – 25 m

 Most efficient CPT harbors / rivers / coastal
 Full 200 kN reaction force, driving casing
 High quality CPTU data
no motion influences on the test
 Efficient in fast mobilization and
field work systematics

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Shark-200 system
Coastal area’s

 Easy operation / unique unmatched design

 Max-up time (simple and ridged setup)
 Can be supported by affordable supporting marine
plant
 Perfect to use from quay wall
 High production rates

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Orca-90 down hole system
Offshore Down Hole (DH) CPT system

 In situ down hole test equipment (90 or 125 kN)

API 4 ½” IF or GeoBor-S type systems

 Performs CPTU down hole in a drill string

 Umbilical operated efficient / real time data
or in ‘wire line’ mode with wl adapter

 CPTU / Piston sample / Push samples / Vane testing

 Orca CPT stroke length 1,5 and / or 3,0 m
 Includes a multi-tool bottom-hole-assembly that
accommodates Orca tools, coring and full face inserts

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Orca-90 down hole system
Key advantages
 Easy to integrate with existing drilling setup
 Should be supported with a seabed clamp Marlin-120
seabed template
 Water column up to 2000 m Orca ballast weight
up to 1500 m with umbilical that provides real-time data
capability
 As ‘wire line’ tool can be used for rig moves
helicopter mobilizations possible
 Easy to move between marine plant, quick setup

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Orca-90 down hole system
In practical use

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Marlin seabed clamp
Supporting tool for DH CPT’s (Orca)

Marlin-120 main function

 Keep drill-pipe ‘steady’ on seafloor
 Apply reaction force to drill pipe during CPT test
 Accommodates BH re-entry

 If supported by shear ram option: vessel safety

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Marlin seabed clamp
Supporting tool for Orca

Marlin-120 characteristics
 Based on Manta deep water techniques
 Depth rating 1500 m
 Compatible with Manta umbilical, CT winch and skirt.
 Dry weight 12 ton (modular compatible ballast with Manta)
 Free passage 380 mm true clamp
 Hydraulically activated camp
 Holding force > 50 ton
 Submersible electric – hydraulic PP
 PTO installed (client applications as shear-rams etc.)
 Option to have clamp opening by failing communication
normally open function
Marlin-120 Manta-200

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Manta seabed CPT system
Main characteristics

 Several version and depth ratings available

depth ratings 150 – 1500 m (Manta-100 / 4000 m)
 Continuous drive system (CDS)
unmatched efficient
 Unlimited penetration depth
(soil conditions permitting)
 Unique casing drive capabilities
lateral support, less friction, greater depth
 Communication and power via umbilical
 Dry weight variable 6-28 ton
 Modular design add-ons available
 Basic setup; transport 20 ft containers
 Always supported by Geomil team of engineers

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Manta seabed CPT system
history & track record

History (relatively short for it’s achievements already):

 Introduced to market in 2012 / entry into service March 2013
 Second generation 2014
 Third generation 2016 and ongoing
Track record:
 Completion of 3,500 meters of CPTU in first 12 month of operation (ONE unit)
 Record production; 36 tests of over 20 meter each, in less than 60 hours
 Depth record (as we know of); 86 meters in ONE (1) stroke
 Operational in Atlantic Ocean, North Sea, Irish Sea, Mediterranean, Bosporus, Chinese sea,
Indian Ocean, Singapore and Hong Kong
 Currently 28 systems in operation

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Manta seabed CPT system
Supporting plant to deploy system

Using a crane Using an A-frame Using a drilling derrick

Often used in ‘light’ mode Used when no moonpool is Set-up for deep water
for cable route surveys or available applications possibly
from barges of opportunity synchronous with drilling
operations

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Principle handling method

Shallow water setup

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Components

 Modular; frame / skirt plate / ballast plates / ballast packs

 Continuous Drive System (CDS)
 Pressure compensated electric / hydraulic power pack
 Atmospheric control and power pods
 Sensor pods and depth encoder
 Communication, CPT data recording and Human Machine Interface

Several add on units available

 Seabed plate load testing (SPLT)
 Seismic sources (S & P wave)
 Soil sampling (single / multi)
 Leveling frame XY20
 Drill add-on for hard top layers

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Manta seabed CPT system
Components

 Continuous Drive System (CDS)

 Full 200 kN push and pull force
 CPT testing speed 18-28 mm/s
 Retracting speed 18-90 mm/s
 Capable to drive casing

Geomil CDS
Conventional
 No slip
 Rod slip
 High continuous traction
 Loosing traction on high loads
 Low wear
 High wheel / rod wear
 Can drive casing
 No casing driving

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Manta seabed CPT system
Deck controls

 HMI / Manual – Machine control

 Data acquisition and real-time CPT data

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Manta seabed CPT system
Manta in use

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Manta seabed CPT system
Level frame (add-on option)

Leveling frame XY20 features

 Can be added later (Manta prepared)
once installed can be taken on/off easily

 Suitable for Manta-200/100 – Marlin-120

 All skirts types fit (minor modifications)
 Handles slopes up-to 20 degrees
 No loss off reaction weight
 Levels automatically
locks during test

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Manta seabed CPT system
Plate load-test PLT ad-on unit (patented by DEME Group)

 Regular Plate Load Tests (PLT) are field tests for

determining the ultimate bearing capacity of soil and
the likely settlement under a given load.
 Underwater Seafloor-PLT tests can be carried out to
confirm the density (bearing capacity) at the top of the
backfill of excavated (dredged) trenches.
 The S-PLT constitutes applying a given load on a 0.2 m²
circular steel plate placed on the seabed and recording
the settlements corresponding to each load increment
using the dead weight of a 28 tons submersed MANTA
positioned on the test location selected.
 A maximum load of 200 kN can be mobilized on the
plate, whereas a displacement of 1000 mm can be
recorded with an accuracy of < 0.5 mm.

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Manta seabed CPT system
Seafloor plate load test (PLT) add-on

 S-PLT test results

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Geomil Equipment
What is the offer we make to our clients

 Our goal is to make our clients successful with our equipment

 Support is a part of the agreement
 We look to build up a long-term relation
 The Geomil team stands for ‘their equipment’ and is committed
to keep it working as to we designed it

In Malesia sold and supported by

Geomil Asia

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Geomil Equipment B.V.

Thank you for your kind attention

We do look forward to support your endeavors

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