Hotel Panorama – Geotechnical investigation and testing and open pit protection design
Hotel Panorama – Geotechnical investigation and testing and open pit protection design
November 28, 2024In the southeastern part of the town of Opatija, the reconstruction and extension of the Panorama Hotel is planned. As part of this reconstruction and extension, we participated in the development of the open pit protection design. The architectural design is sign by mataija x sipina x turato. Existing condition of the building The existing […]
Field Methods for Soil Parameter Testing
Field Methods for Soil Parameter Testing
November 14, 2024Pocket shear vane device and pocket penetrometer In safe design and execution of various interventions in the soil, such as building foundations, dams, embankments, tunnels and retaining structures, understanding the properties of the soil plays a significant role. Not only is it crucial to understand the soil properties but also to implement testing methods and […]
Open pit protection and foundation design for the New School in Kastav
Open pit protection and foundation design for the New School in Kastav
October 24, 2024Because of the increasing number of students, Milan Brozović Elementary School in Kastav, which currently has over 800 students, is facing the need to address the overburdening of its capacity and improve working conditions. In response to these challenges, the construction of a new branch school is planned. The architectural design was developed by 3LHD, […]
Impact of Waste Disposal on Landfill Stability
Impact of Waste Disposal on Landfill Stability
October 17, 2024Waste disposal at landfills is a complex process that requires precise planning, design and management to minimize the risks of environmental and safety issues and to ensure the long-term stability of the landfill structure. The stability of the landfill depends on a range of factors, including geological, technical and ecological aspects, and the proper control […]
Open pit protection design for the Health center in Opatija
Open pit protection design for the Health center in Opatija
September 26, 2024An expansion of the existing Health Center in the center of Opatija has been planned. The architectural design is by Athitektonsko-građevinski atelje d.o.o. To facilitate the execution of this construction project, we have developed the main and detailed temporary open pit protection design. The open pit protection is divided into three types, depending on the […]
Sinkhole remediation
Sinkhole remediation
September 12, 2024In our previous blog, we discussed the phenomenon of sinkholes, their characteristics and the potential dangers that arise when they become active. This follow-up blog will focus on remediation methods and measures taken to mitigate their harmful effects. Sinkhole remediation is a crucial process to prevent further soil collapse and protect the surrounding infrastructure, buildings […]
Sinkholes in Karst Areas
Sinkholes in Karst Areas
August 29, 2024Sinkholes in karst areas are a fascinating and often alarming geological phenomenon. These depressions in the soil primarily form because of the chemical dissolution of soluble rocks such as limestone, dolomite and gypsum by water, which is common in karst landscapes. Understanding the formation, characteristics and potential hazards of sinkholes is crucial, especially since they […]
Open pit protection design – House of Senj Writers
Open pit protection design – House of Senj Writers
August 1, 2024In the old town of Senj, the reconstruction and repurposing of a building adjacent to the city museum is planned. As part of this reconstruction and repurposing, we participated in the development of the open pit protection design. Existing condition of the building The load-bearing walls of the building are made of stone and solid […]
The importance of engineering and geological mapping in slope protection
The importance of engineering and geological mapping in slope protection
July 18, 2024Engineering and geological mapping is a fundamental step in planning and executing slope protection works. This process involves the detailed collection, analysis and interpretation of data on the geological and geotechnical characteristics of the terrain. It enables engineers to identify potential risks and develop effective strategies for stabilizing and protecting slopes during and after construction […]
Laboratory Accreditation According to Standard HRN EN ISO/IEC 17025
Laboratory Accreditation According to Standard HRN EN ISO/IEC 17025
June 20, 2024HRN EN ISO/IEC 17025 is an international standard that establishes general requirements for testing and calibration laboratories according to which they can initiate a standardized management system and verify their competence for testing, calibration and sampling which they might carry out in their field of work. This standard sets requirements for technical competence, quality management […]
Geotech at the 18th Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers 2024
Geotech at the 18th Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers 2024
June 18, 2024We are proud to announce that have participated in the 18th Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers, which were held in the beautiful city of Opatija at the Ambassador Hotel. This event, the largest congress gathering in Croatia brought together as many as 1700 civil engineering professionals this year. Organized by the Croatian […]
Caesarea Maritima: Pioneering Hydraulic Concrete in 22-10 BCE
Caesarea Maritima: Pioneering Hydraulic Concrete in 22-10 BCE
May 23, 2024Caesarea Maritima, a city constructed over 2,000 years ago (circa 22-10 BCE) on the Eastern Mediterranean coast, stands as a testament to Roman engineering and the ambitious vision of Herod the Great (r. 37-4 BCE). This metropolis, featuring a colossal harbor, became a central maritime trading hub of its time. Remarkably, Caesarea Maritima boasted the […]
Kosavin Landslide Remediation on the 5062 County Road
Kosavin Landslide Remediation on the 5062 County Road
May 16, 2024In the village of Kosavin of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, a landslide has occurred along the 5062 county road, approximately 37.0 meters wide and 25.0 meters long, on the southern roadside. The landslide is characterized by a frontal crack approximately 3.0 m high. In some parts, the landslide has the properties of a mud flow, and […]
3 rd Open Days of Geotechnics – Secondary School of Civil Engineering in Rijeka, May 2024
3 rd Open Days of Geotechnics – Secondary School of Civil Engineering in Rijeka, May 2024
May 14, 2024In cooperation with Rijekaprojekt geotehničko istraživanje d.o.o. and the Secondary School of Civil Engineering in Rijeka, we organized the Open Day of Geotechnics for the third year in a row. This event is not only an opportunity to promote geotechnics, but also an indicator of our investment in young people and their education. This year’s […]
Measuring equipment for displacement monitoring
Measuring equipment for displacement monitoring
April 11, 2024(Inclinometers, Geodetic Points and Clinometers) The term deformation refers to all the changes that occur on infrastructure facilities or structures, in their surroundings during construction or use, as well as changes that occur after the completion of structure construction or on slopes — landslides. Geometric changes that occur on structures can be related to the […]
Geotechnical Investigation and Testing for the Jadroagent Logistics Center
Geotechnical Investigation and Testing for the Jadroagent Logistics Center
March 28, 2024The development of the Kukuljanovo industrial zone is progressing rapidly and we are witnessing the intensive construction of new facilities intended for production, logistics and sales. Among these new projects, the construction of a modern Jadroagent logistics center stands out. This new facility, the area of which will cover 10,000 square meters, is key infrastructure […]
The use of CPTU for determining the liquefaction potential
The use of CPTU for determining the liquefaction potential
March 7, 2024Soil liquefaction is a common and often highly devastating event that occurs during seismic events. Predicting this phenomenon poses a significant challenge for engineers and is crucial for the construction of earthquake-resistant buildings in seismically active areas. The goal of this blog is to demonstrate how, by using the geotechnical parameters obtained through Cone Penetration […]
Foundation and Open Pit Protection Design for the Research Medical Center in Split
Foundation and Open Pit Protection Design for the Research Medical Center in Split
February 8, 2024In the center of Split, as part of Križine Hospital, which is itself part of the University Hospital of Split, the construction of the Split Research Medical Center (IMCS) is planned. For the purposes of the construction, we made the main foundation and temporary open pit protection design. It is necessary to cut into the […]
The effect of local soil and structure height on seismic response
The effect of local soil and structure height on seismic response
January 25, 2024In the world of civil engineering, understanding seismic response and the complex interaction between soil and structures is of paramount importance. Seismic events can have a significant and often destructive impact on the structural integrity of buildings and infrastructure, making it vital for engineers to explore the complexities of the behavior of the foundation soil […]
Temporary Open Pit Protection for a Residential Building in Zagreb
Temporary Open Pit Protection for a Residential Building in Zagreb
December 14, 2023In the northern part of Zagreb, the reconstruction of a residential building with one residential unit is planned, with the requirement of keeping the outer wall of the existing building. The state of the existing building before the beginning of the reconstruction design was such that the building did not meet the basic requirements in […]
The Effect of Moisture Content and Particle Size on Direct Shear and Oedometer Tests
The Effect of Moisture Content and Particle Size on Direct Shear and Oedometer Tests
December 7, 2023The general term “soil” is usually defined as the product of the weathering of the Earth’s crust. Different professions will consider those properties of soil that are most relevant to them. Where construction is concerned, the engineering properties of soil are paramount. These properties include moisture content, specific gravity, porosity, particle size, consistency limits, etc. […]
Geotechnical investigation and testing for Hotel Biševo in Komiža
Geotechnical investigation and testing for Hotel Biševo in Komiža
November 16, 2023The town of Komiža is located on the western coast of the island of Vis. On this location, right by the coast of the Adriatic Sea, in Ribarska Street, the construction of a new building — Hotel Biševo — is planned. This future building brings a combination of luxury and Mediterranean charm, and the architectural […]
The Geological Development of Coastal Croatia
The Geological Development of Coastal Croatia
November 2, 2023The geological development of Coastal Croatia is characterized by intense tectonic processes that have changed and unfolded over millions of years. As a result, the surface of Croatia consists of various types of rocks, deposited and deformed under different circumstances. However, a large part of Croatia, almost the entirety of Coastal Croatia, is composed of […]
Foundation design for the construction of several facilities of a vegetable drying plant in Virovitica
Foundation design for the construction of several facilities of a vegetable drying plant in Virovitica
October 19, 2023To the northwest of Virovitica, in the village of Korija, the construction of a vegetable drying plant is planned. The plant will have a drying capacity of 410 kg of vegetables per hour. For the construction, we made the main foundation design for the following facilities of the planned drying plant: production plant for preparing […]
Construction of “The Line” – the megacity of the future
Construction of “The Line” – the megacity of the future
September 26, 2023In the desert of Saudi Arabia, more precisely in the province of Tabuk in the northwest of the country, impressive works are underway on the construction of a futuristic megacity called “The Line”. This project, the value of which is estimated at 500 billion dollars, represents one of the most ambitious urban planning undertakings in […]
Open pit protection design for a residential building in Zagreb
Open pit protection design for a residential building in Zagreb
August 31, 2023In the northeastern part of the city of Zagreb, the construction of a semi-buried residential building with three residential units is planned. Two residential units are to be constructed on the first floor and the third one on the second floor, while a garage is also planned for the underground level. The maximum dimensions of […]
The first undersea roundabout in the world
The first undersea roundabout in the world
August 3, 2023The Faroe Islands, a picturesque archipelago in the North Atlantic, are known for their beautiful nature and one unique attraction – the world’s first undersea roundabout. This magical circular roadabout plays a key role in shaping the environment and the ecosystem of the Faroe Islands. Named “Jellyfish”, the undersea roundabout resembles a large jellyfish or […]
Expansive clay
Expansive clay
July 20, 2023Clays belong to sedimentary deposits and are defined as soils with particles of colloidal dimensions. Basically, they consist of hydrated aluminosilicates, but due to variations in structure and mineral composition, more than 30 clay minerals have been defined, each with its own properties. Furthermore, their properties change significantly with changes in the conditions in which […]
Geotech at the Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers in Opatija 2023
Geotech at the Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers in Opatija 2023
July 4, 2023In the beautiful Ambasador Hotel in Opatija, from June 15 to June 17, 2023, the 17th Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers were held. This event has already become traditional, and it is recognized as an excellent opportunity for experts of different profiles from the field of construction to get together and exchange […]
Hrib landslide remediation on local road L58007
Hrib landslide remediation on local road L58007
June 27, 2023In the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, in the village of Hrib, a landslide with a width of 35.0 m and a length of 47.0 m has occurred. The landslide is characterized by its vertical front crack measuring 1.0 m in height and three secondary front cracks ranging between 10.0 m and 18.0 m within the body […]
Soil consistency limits
Soil consistency limits
May 25, 2023In its natural state, soil appears in various forms. All soil characteristics, from its natural humidity to the distribution of particle sizes, provide us with a background for understanding its behavior. Each piece of information that brings us closer to understanding its character helps us predict future situations or remedy existing ones at a particular […]
2nd Open Days of Geotechnics – Secondary School of Civil Engineering in Rijeka, May 2023
2nd Open Days of Geotechnics – Secondary School of Civil Engineering in Rijeka, May 2023
May 11, 2023Investing in knowledge, education and young people is a long-term process that gives the best results when it is carried out regularly and systematically. As a society, we must recognize the importance of investing in education to build a resilient and sustainable future. This was exactly our motivation to organize the 2nd Open Days of […]
Open pit protection and foundation design for the residential and commercial building in Pula
Open pit protection and foundation design for the residential and commercial building in Pula
April 13, 2023In the central part of the city of Pula, within a residential block, the construction of a residential and commercial building is planned. The future building will be terraced, with 5 floors. Two commercial spaces, on the first floor, and 15 apartments will be located inside the building.The structure of the building will be made […]
Dynamic compaction
Dynamic compaction
March 23, 2023Good-quality compaction is highly significant for the proper relationship between the bearing capacity and deformation in connection with safety, usability, life span and maintenance of structures either lying on earth material or made of such material. Dynamic compaction (DC), also known as dynamic deep compaction, is a ground improvement technique in which drop weight, typically […]
The influence of groundwater on the stability of soil and underground parts of structures
The influence of groundwater on the stability of soil and underground parts of structures
February 17, 2023If structures are constructed in areas with a high level of groundwater, it can have a significant impact on the stability of soil and underground parts of the structures. A high level of groundwater at the location can cause a decrease in the shear strength of the foundation soil under the structures, an increase in […]
Open pits protection design – the Glamping camp at Fužine
Open pits protection design – the Glamping camp at Fužine
January 26, 2023The construction of a glamping camp is planned in the town of Fužine, along the southwestern shore of Lake Bajer. The camp will have 15 accommodation units, a central building, and a garage. The construction will take place on a newly formed building plot with a unique area of about 12,000 m2. Planned works Project […]
The Adriatic Highway, one of the most beautiful roads that changed Croatia
The Adriatic Highway, one of the most beautiful roads that changed Croatia
December 15, 2022After the Second World War, most of the towns and cities on the Adriatic coast in Croatia were connected only by sea. What was lacking was a solid road link. During the Second World War, the construction of the Adriatic Highway was already begun, and it lasted until 1965. This road stretches from the Slovenian […]
Open pit protection design for the Blu Mare hotel in Novigrad
Open pit protection design for the Blu Mare hotel in Novigrad
December 1, 2022Construction of a new accommodation and catering facility, a hotel, of a total area of 1101 m2 is planned within the historical center of Novigrad. Planned works The future hotel building is planned to have five floors (four above ground and one underground). The hotel capacity is 56 beds organized in 24 accommodation units (rooms). […]
Uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) test
Uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) test
November 10, 2022Hardness is the basic quantitative engineering property of a rock sample. Assessing the strength and deformability of rock mass is of great importance for the implementation of numerical analyses in rock mechanics. Uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) is a geomechanical rock parameter that describes the maximum axial load that the sample can withstand without lateral loading. […]
Open pit protection and foundation design – UPOV Požega
Open pit protection and foundation design – UPOV Požega
October 27, 2022In the eastern part of the city of Požega, the reconstruction and extension of the Požega agglomeration wastewater treatment plant (UPOV Požega) is planned. For the construction project, we made the main and detailed temporary open pit protection and foundation design for the following facilities: – facilities of the biological block (floor plan dimensions approx. […]
Dubravci landslide remediation on state road DC3
Dubravci landslide remediation on state road DC3
October 13, 2022The remediation works on the Dubravci landslide, located on state road DC3, section 012, at km 4+400 in Karlovac County, have been completed. For this project, we carried out the engineering geological and geotechnical investigation and testing and made the main and detailed landslide remediation designs. We also carried out the complete supervision of the […]
Slope and rockfall protection on the location Banska vrata in Rijeka
Slope and rockfall protection on the location Banska vrata in Rijeka
September 29, 2022Rockfall, of smaller or larger scope, is a frequent occurrence along Croatian roads, especially in mountainous areas. In January 2020, a rockfall occurred near the Banska Vrata tunnel in Rijeka. Unstable blocks weighing up to several tons fell on the road and it was closed for traffic for a while. In order to ensure safe […]
Video logging in boreholes
Video logging in boreholes
September 15, 2022For the purpose of design, construction and management of large hydrotechnical and geotechnical structures, there was a need for an instrument adapted for use in the karst area. Based on experience with the application and servicing of existing instruments, activities related to their improvement as well as the design of a new hydrogeological instrument for […]
Logging measurements in boreholes
Logging measurements in boreholes
September 1, 2022Geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations are carried out in order to determine the characteristics of the foundation soil and the water-bearing systems, which include logging measurements in boreholes. Logging measurements are geophysical measurements in boreholes that describe the physical properties of the drilled soil and rock and they are connected to geological and petrological properties. Physical […]
Brebornica landslide remediation on the DC1 state road
Brebornica landslide remediation on the DC1 state road
July 28, 2022The remediation works on the Brebornica landslide, located on state road DC1, section 011, at km 4+500 in Karlovac County, have been completed. For this project we carried out the engineering geological and geotechnical investigation and testing and made the main and detailed landslide remediation design. During the execution of the works, we also carried […]
Professional excursion to Pelješac
Professional excursion to Pelješac
July 19, 2022To keep up with the steady and constant company growth and the increasing number of projects we are involved with, we organized a professional excursion to visit the active construction sites in the southern part of Croatia. On our trip, we visited some impressive construction sites for the projects we were a part of, all […]
Geotechnical investigation and testing on the M104 Novska–Tovarnik–DG railway line, section Sibinj–Slavonski Brod
Geotechnical investigation and testing on the M104 Novska–Tovarnik–DG railway line, section Sibinj–Slavonski Brod
June 30, 2022The M104 railway is an integral part of the main line that connected the cities of Ljubljana, Zagreb and Belgrade during the Yugoslavia era. This route was built in sections in the period from 1849 to 1897 at the time of the greatest 19th-century development of railway infrastructure in the world. The Slavonski Brod–Sibinj section […]
Open Days of Geotechnics – Secondary School of Civil Engineering School in Rijeka, May 2022
Open Days of Geotechnics – Secondary School of Civil Engineering School in Rijeka, May 2022
June 1, 2022Quality education is a fundamental part of all social activities and it reflects the values of society. To ensure a prosperous future for young people, the whole community must invest in knowledge. The key to the success of any modern society is to connect the education and higher education system with the labor market and […]
Project Documentation Audit
Project Documentation Audit
May 24, 2022An audit is the process of reviewing and controlling project documentation conducted by persons authorized by the Ministry of Physical Planning, Construction and State Assets. In accordance with the law, project documentation is controlled with regard to the mechanical resistance and stability of structures. A person may be authorized to perform project documentation auditing if […]
Grain size analysis
Grain size analysis
April 28, 2022All soils consist of differently sized and shaped particles (grains). These particles are grouped into size intervals (fractions). The distribution of fractions makes up the granulometric composition of soil (Latin granulum – small grain). The granulometric composition or particle size distribution of soil is one of its basic descriptive parameters, used for evaluating the physical […]
Drilling a geothermal borehole
Drilling a geothermal borehole
April 19, 2022In the search for cleaner and more environmentally friendly forms of energy, i.e., renewable energy sources, geothermal energy presents itself as a good solution. Geothermal energy is thermal energy generated in the interior of the Earth by the slow decay of radioactive elements, chemical reactions, or friction during the movement of tectonic masses. The amount […]
Underground fortifications and shelters in Rijeka and its surroundings
Underground fortifications and shelters in Rijeka and its surroundings
March 31, 2022shelters in Rijeka
Geotechnical investigation and testing – Port of Omiš
Geotechnical investigation and testing – Port of Omiš
March 11, 2022The reconstruction of the paved promenade and the construction of a pier with docks are planned in the coastal part of Omiš, near the river Cetina estuary. To prepare the detailed design for the reconstruction of the port open to the public, we have carried out geotechnical investigation works and drafted a geotechnical report. Geological and […]
Construction of a piezometric well
Construction of a piezometric well
February 24, 2022Groundwater is one of the most important natural resources. In order to gain insight into the quality and quantity of groundwater we use piezometric wells. Piezometric wells are used to monitor groundwater levels and determine aquifer parameters such as transmissibility, hydraulic conductivity and storage, and they also give us the ability to sample groundwater for chemical […]
Open pit protection and foundation design – the Hotel Ičići
Open pit protection and foundation design – the Hotel Ičići
February 8, 2022The construction of a new hotel is planned in the small town of Ičići, located in the southwestern part of the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. The site of the construction is bordered by Anton Dimnaka street and Bršljana street on the north and the northeast side, the Liburnija state road (DC66) on the southeast side, and […]
Underground Stone Exploitation
Underground Stone Exploitation
January 14, 2022Underground exploitation is a relatively new approach to stone exploitation. While surface exploitation is still the most common method of obtaining stone, the underground method can replace the former method in those situations where the exploitation process is technically demanding and economically unprofitable. Despite a number of advantages of underground exploitation over surface exploitation, it […]
Marine geophysics
Marine geophysics
December 14, 2021In certain cases, conventional offshore geotechnical investigation and testing (exploratory drilling) of the foundation soil are not possible or are highly complex to carry out, which directly affects the financial aspect of the project. In such cases, geophysical surveys of the foundation soil are used instead. Geophysical surveys include the application of geophysical methods for […]
Reinforced soil retaining structures – Pelješac Bridge access roads
Reinforced soil retaining structures – Pelješac Bridge access roads
December 9, 2021The construction of the Pelješac Bridge is the largest infrastructure project in Croatia at the moment. The precondition for the first vehicles to cross the bridge is the construction of access roads – an integral part of the project of connecting southern Dalmatia with the rest of Croatia. We have also played our part in […]
Direct shear
Direct shear
November 25, 2021Taking into account the intended function and the client requirements, each building is evaluated to anticipate its performance in order to ensure the safety of its future users. This applies to both the building itself and the foundation soil. The permissible loads and deformations are taken into account—these will depend on the structure and the […]
Execution of reinforced concrete diaphragms
Execution of reinforced concrete diaphragms
October 21, 2021A reinforced concrete diaphragm is a reinforced concrete structure used for open pit protection. The construction has the task to protect the stability of the vertical excavation of the open pit, to prevent displacements that could cause damage to neighboring buildings and installations, and to prevent the penetration of groundwater into the open pit. Reinforced […]
Geofluid 2021
Geofluid 2021
September 23, 2021Last week our path took us to the city of Piacenza near Milan, where we attended one of the most important fairs for drilling machines, mining industry, special foundations, and geological, geophysical and geotechnical investigation and testing—the Geofluid 2021. Together with our partner company Rijekaprojekt geotehničko istraživanje d.o.o. we explored the entire fair, looking at […]
Slope and rockfall protection – the ZVIR complex
Slope and rockfall protection – the ZVIR complex
September 10, 2021Works on the slope and rockfall protection at the Zvir Complex in Rijeka have been completed. For this project we have carried out engineering geological and geotechnical investigation and testing and made the detailed slope and rockfall protection design. The supervision of protection works we performed included the analysis and verification of the situation in […]
Oedometer soil test
Oedometer soil test
July 29, 2021Predicting the settlements of structures is one of the most demanding problems faced by designers in geotechnics. Disregard and incorrect assumptions about foundation soil compressibility can lead to additional stresses within the structure and ultimately to its cracking and collapse. Two components are most important to designers observing settlements: the value of the total settlements […]
KOLOS, the most significant award for construction in Croatia, presented to our very own Mirko Grošić for the open pit protection design for the Roxanich Heritage Wine Hotel and Wine Cellar project
KOLOS, the most significant award for construction in Croatia, presented to our very own Mirko Grošić for the open pit protection design for the Roxanich Heritage Wine Hotel and Wine Cellar project
June 25, 2021At the 15th Days of the Croatian Chamber of Civil Engineers in Opatija, on June 17, 2021, the winners of the annual Kolos Awards were announced. The Kolos Awards are presented for special contribution to the Chamber and its promotion in the country and abroad, for contribution to the construction profession and for the development […]
A case of foundation soil failure – the Transcona grain elevator
A case of foundation soil failure – the Transcona grain elevator
June 10, 2021The Canadian Pacific Railway Company built the Transcona grain elevator near Winnipeg, Canada in 1913. The warehouse was designed to store grain from the city of Winnipeg and the wider area. Winnipeg, being located at the intersection of roads connecting the east and the west of Canada, developed one of the largest grain markets in […]
Open pit protection and sealing design – Keight Hotel, Katarina Line
Open pit protection and sealing design – Keight Hotel, Katarina Line
May 25, 2021In the center of the city of Opatija, within the Slatina zone, the construction of a building for catering and tourism purposes ― a 5-star hotel ― is planned. The location intended for construction is bordered by Veli Jože Street on the west side, the Opatija Hotel on the north side and a town villa […]
Geotechnical investigation and testing – Albatros 2 Hotel in Cavtat
Geotechnical investigation and testing – Albatros 2 Hotel in Cavtat
May 11, 2021The construction of a new Albatros 2 Hotel building is planned on a plot of about 50 thousand square meters near the town of Cavtat, about 850 meters from the historic center between the Žal Promenade and Put od Oboda Street. Planned works Sports courts and the existing Albatros 1 Hotel built in the seventies […]
Groundwater level measurement
Groundwater level measurement
April 16, 2021Groundwater is one of the greatest treasures of Croatia, but in geotechnics it often causes great problems when excavating open pits. In the Republic of Croatia, about 90% of drinking water is in the form of groundwater. To better understand the processes related to groundwater, long-term (one year minimum) monitoring of groundwater levels is necessary. […]
Discovery of Mohorovičić’s (Moho) Discontinuity
Discovery of Mohorovičić’s (Moho) Discontinuity
April 1, 2021Andrija Mohorovičić was a Croatian geophysicist, born on January 23, 1857 in Volosko near Opatija. After finishing primary school in Volosko and high school in Rijeka, he moved to Prague where he studied mathematics and physics at the Faculty of Philosophy. One of his professors was Ernst Mach, the famous physicist. After graduating, he worked […]
Foundation and retaining structure design – Radeševo cable car, Platak
Foundation and retaining structure design – Radeševo cable car, Platak
March 11, 2021As part of the Platak Sports Center, there is a cable car in Radeševo for sporting and recreational purposes, which was built in the 80s. In order to achieve a higher passenger capacity of the cable car and provide additional services (transport of passengers and bicycles when the cable car is not being used for […]
Subgrade reaction modulus
Subgrade reaction modulus
February 25, 2021In foundation design, it is common to assume that the reaction of the soil foundation at each point of the foundation is proportional to its deflection. The vertical deformation characteristics of the foundation are defined by independent, closely spaced, discrete and linearly elastic springs. This relatively simple mechanical representation of the soil foundation was first […]
Petram Resort Savudrija – the aparthotel foundation design
Petram Resort Savudrija – the aparthotel foundation design
December 17, 2020Located at the northernmost point of the Croatian coast, on the very border with Slovenia and Italy, at the micro-location Alberi in Savudrija in northwestern Istria, the construction of the impressive Petram Resort is planned. The new resort will offer 252 top-quality properties for holiday or residence. As part of the resort, the construction of […]
INA Rijeka Refinery Modernization Project
INA Rijeka Refinery Modernization Project
November 12, 2020The modernization of the Rijeka Oil Refinery is the largest single investment project in the history of the INA oil company. The project includes the construction of a heavy waste treatment plant, the reconstruction of existing units, as well as the construction of a new port with a closed coke warehouse at the INA Rijeka […]
QUALITY STANDARD CERTIFICATES ISO 9001:2015 and SCCP:2011
QUALITY STANDARD CERTIFICATES ISO 9001:2015 and SCCP:2011
October 9, 2020In order to ensure the quality and efficiency of our services, we decided to upgrade our business processes with certificates of quality. The certification scope of our work is geotechnical investigation and testing, design services, supervision and consulting in geotechnical engineering. The certification procedure has proved the top quality of our services as defined by […]
Lighting effects in the longest road tunnel in the world – the Lærdal Tunnel, Norway
Lighting effects in the longest road tunnel in the world – the Lærdal Tunnel, Norway
October 7, 2020Norway is a country of an exceptional landscape, known for its fjords and high mountains, so it is no wonder that Norwegians build tunnels that not only pass through hills and mountains but also connect fjords.The Lærdal Tunnel is the longest road tunnel in the world. This impressive 24.5 km long tunnel stretches between Aurland […]
Sign up for Knowledge Transfer – a project of the University of Rijeka Foundation
Sign up for Knowledge Transfer – a project of the University of Rijeka Foundation
September 14, 2020As part of the Riječka ideja, the University of Rijeka Foundation in cooperation with the companies Alarm Automatika d.o.o. and Geotech d.o.o. has announced a competition for the granting of the Knowledge Transfer Award. Since we are always happy to respond to calls for cooperation from the University of Rijeka Foundation, we decided to participate […]
Laboratory testing of rock mass strength
Laboratory testing of rock mass strength
September 10, 2020Laboratory testing is one of the most important segments in the study of rock properties and behavior in different conditionst is an integral part of geotechnical exploration and investigation works. There are several methods of laboratory testing of rock mass strength, and the most important are UCS (Uniaxial compressive strength), PLT (Strength index determined by […]
Local soil conditions – Mexico City earthquake
Local soil conditions – Mexico City earthquake
August 27, 2020What is earthquake? An earthquake is the shaking of the ground surface. It is result of sudden fracture and slippage of brittle rock formation in the Earth’s lithosphere that creates seismic waves. Seismic waves propagate through the earth in all directions. The ground shaking is caused by the waves that reach the earth’s surface. Shaking […]
Palm Islands – a view from space
Palm Islands – a view from space
July 9, 2020The Palm Islands are the largest artificial islands in the world. Built in the shape of a stylized palm tree, they are located on the outskirts of Dubai in the Persian Gulf. They are so large that they are visible to the naked eye from space. To create the look of the perfect palm tree, […]
Open pit protection and foundation design – Aparthotel Žnjan
Open pit protection and foundation design – Aparthotel Žnjan
June 26, 2020The construction of a new catering and tourism facility, the Aparthotel Žnjan, is planned in the southeastern part of the city of Split, in the seaside district of Žnjan. The location for the planned construction is between Šetalište Pape Ivana Pavla II Street on the south side and Put Žnjana Street on the north side. […]
Corner effect in a building pit – comparison of 2D and 3D analysis
Corner effect in a building pit – comparison of 2D and 3D analysis
June 18, 2020Design of the retaining structure (building pit) is important for choosing a reliable and cost-effective solution. This brings the necessity of a realistic calculation approach. Most of the computer programs for design of retaining structures are based on two-dimensional modeling. Two-dimensional (2D) plane-strain assumption is that section continues infinitely along the axis perpendicular to the […]
Rockfall and slope protection on state road D66, section 003, from km 15+000 to km 23+000
Rockfall and slope protection on state road D66, section 003, from km 15+000 to km 23+000
May 28, 2020Works on rockfall and slope protection on state road D66, section 003, from km 15+000 to km 23+000 are completed. We have carried out the engineering geological and geotechnical exploration and investigation works and made the main and detailed rockfall and slope protection design. In addition, we have carried out the engineering supervision which included […]
The Louisiana – from the most important road in history to a tourist attraction
The Louisiana – from the most important road in history to a tourist attraction
April 23, 2020The Louisiana road (also known as Louisiana and Via Ludovice) was one of the most important roads in Croatian history. It was the shortest road connecting Rijeka and Karlovac and one of the most significant roads in Austria-Hungary. Not only did it meet the requirements of developing commerce and both manufacturing and industrial production at […]
Retaining structures remediation methods
Retaining structures remediation methods
April 3, 2020Retaining structures are used to retain soil or rock mass. They are commonly used to retain changes of ground elevation and buttress the toe of slopes. There are several types of retaining structures: Gravity retaining walls Cantilever retaining walls Anchored and reinforced soil structures Gabion retaining walls Collapse of a retaining structure Total collapses of […]
Ancient Roman roads – a monument to history and road construction
Ancient Roman roads – a monument to history and road construction
March 26, 2020The ancient Romans were famous builders. They left behind them many bridges, canals, stone-paved roads and other engineering masterpieces all throughout the Roman Empire. The vast Roman Empire boasted a very large and extensive network of roads. It is estimated that the roads in the network were more than 400,000 km long and that over […]
Terramesh system – Reinforced soil retaining structure
Terramesh system – Reinforced soil retaining structure
March 19, 2020The Terramesh system is one of the systems used in the construction of reinforced soil retaining structures. Reinforced soil retaining structures are executed by combining the embankment behind the front side of the retaining structure with tensile elements such as geomesh, hexagonal mesh, traps, etc. This type of structure is stable thanks to the interaction […]
Landslide mapping using Remote Sensing
Landslide mapping using Remote Sensing
March 13, 2020Landslides are phenomena that occur as a result of sliding processes. In some cases, landslides can also occur after other types of movement which occur either immediately after a breakdown or later, when a mass moves down a slope, as a consequence of the changes in the properties of the triggered material. Landslide mapping methods […]
GIS system application in business planning
GIS system application in business planning
February 25, 2020Regardless of the type of data, objects and activities one is working with, the easiest way to manage and organize them is by using a system. In the case of business and spatial planning, the most useful is the geographic information system, or GIS. Although all systems involve connecting activities and objects that serve a […]
Three-dimensional numerical analysis – Plaxis 3D
Three-dimensional numerical analysis – Plaxis 3D
February 14, 2020It seems almost unimaginable today to conduct a problem analysis and structure calculation in geotechnical engineering without the use of numerical modeling. The use of advanced numerical methods, such as the finite element method, allows us to carry out complex analyses that help us describe soil behavior and structure, as well as their interaction. Because […]
A review of the past year – The year of the major projects
A review of the past year – The year of the major projects
February 7, 2020Geotech’s CEO Mirko Grošić gives a brief overview of 2019, a successful and eventful year in all business aspects. Read the following interview to find out what was most significant in the past year and what our plans for the future are… How satisfied are you with what you achieved during the past year? The […]
Top-down construction method
Top-down construction method
January 23, 2020In most common construction methods, buildings with underground parts are built by the bottom-up method where sub-structure and super-structure floors are constructed sequentially from the lowest level of basement to the top of the building. Though this conventional method, also called a bottom-up method, is simple in both design and construction, it is not feasible […]
Deep foundation for a new school building in Osijek
Deep foundation for a new school building in Osijek
December 19, 2019The construction for a new school building of the Prva gimnazija high school is planned in the northwestern part of Osijek. The site is located between Strossmayerova street to the south, opposite the Pejačević Castle, with Podravska street to the east and the river Drava to the north. Planned works The new building will cover […]
Public landscaping of the Rikard Benčić Block
Public landscaping of the Rikard Benčić Block
December 10, 2019The Revival and Revitalization of the Rikard Benčić Block in Rijekaincludes the revitalization of the former industrial complex “Rikard Benčić”, a motor equipment factory and foundry that operated from 1948 to 2005. The Revival and Revitalization of the complex includes:1. Reconstruction and equipping of existing facilities: Administrative building as a function of the Rijeka City […]
Investigation works for the Alpha Centauri campus of the Infobip
Investigation works for the Alpha Centauri campus of the Infobip
November 22, 2019On a 20,000 square meter lot in Zagreb, at the crossroads of Utinjska and Lukoranska streets in Sveta Klara district, the foundations for Alpha Centauri, the new Infobip campus, have been placed. Planned works The new facilities will cover 11,900 square meters and have seven stories (north side of the building) and four stories (south […]
Selection of reinforced concrete retaining wall geometry
Selection of reinforced concrete retaining wall geometry
November 15, 2019Terrain denudation should be secured by a stable slope geometry or retaining wall construction. Due to insufficient space for achieving stable slope geometry, reinforced concrete retaining walls are often constructed. For the purposes of significant projects, exploration and investigation are carried out in order to define the data required for the design. The exploration and […]
Prop loads in embedded retaining structures
Prop loads in embedded retaining structures
October 28, 2019There are two basic types of retaining structures: backfilled and embedded retaining structures. Backfilled retaining structures are gravity walls, reinforced concrete cantilever walls, gabion walls, reinforced soil structures. Embedded retaining structures are: diaphragm walls, pile walls and sheet pile walls. For smaller open pit depths it is possible to use embedded retaining structures without additional […]
Geophysical surveys
Geophysical surveys
September 26, 2019Geophysical surveys include the implementation of geophysical methods to indirectly determine the geological and structural as well as the physical and mechanical characteristics of the foundation soil. These methods are used to determine the layout, thickness and properties of individual layers below the terrain surface, on which the construction of a specific structure is planned. […]
Rockfall and slope remediation on county road ŽC5031, section Čabar-Mandli (6 locations)
Rockfall and slope remediation on county road ŽC5031, section Čabar-Mandli (6 locations)
September 12, 2019Rockfall and slope remediation on county road ŽC5031, section Čabar-Mandli (6 locations) is currently underway. We have carried out engineering geological and geotechnical prospecting and made the main and the detailed rock slope protection design. The ŽC5031 section in question extends from the town of Čabar in the north to the village of Mandli in […]
Geotechnical and engineering geological exploration and investigation works – Korčula port, location Polačište
Geotechnical and engineering geological exploration and investigation works – Korčula port, location Polačište
August 29, 2019Planned work – construction of the new Korčula port, location Polačište The project site is located at Polačište, on the northern side of Korčula island, approximately 1.5 km west of the old town of Korčula, within the construction area of Zrnovo town. The planned structure will be a port open for public transport, primarily for […]
Types of shallow foundations
Types of shallow foundations
July 25, 2019Shallow foundation Foundation depth usually involves depth, measured from the terrain surface, to the base surface through which the foundation transfers the structure load to the soil. According to Eurocode, shallow foundations are considered to be bases whose width is greater than the depth of foundation (D <B). Shallow foundation is applied in cases where […]