case studies
Industrial Development
South West Ontario, Canada
Water & Sewer Replacement
Newfoundland and Labrador Canada
Townhouse Community Development
Eastern Ontario, Canada
case study 1
Industrial Development
South West Ontario, Canada
Project Overview: For a sprawling 1,000,000 sqft industrial transport and storage facility in Ontario, Canada, effective management of engineering fill placement, grading, and compaction was critical. The project involved a significant grade raise of over 4 meters, demanding precise and efficient compaction to ensure stability and compliance.
Challenges: The vast scale of the project posed substantial challenges in terms of time, labor costs, and potential risks associated with uneven compaction. Traditional methods could lead to delays, increased costs, and elevated risks of settlement issues, which could compromise the structural integrity of the facility.
Solution: Compactica was deployed to provide a comprehensive solution for real-time monitoring and management of soil compaction. With its advanced sensors and data-driven software, Compactica offered a streamlined approach to precisely control the compaction process across the extensive project site.
Implementation:
Full-Time Monitoring: Compactica’s system was used full-time to monitor the placement and compaction of engineering fill. The technology provided continuous feedback and guided the compaction equipment opreator to achieve optimal soil density and uniformity.
Data-Driven Decision Making: The Compactica software analyzed the compaction data in real time, enabling immediate adjustments to the compaction process. This minimized the need for rework and ensured compliance with engineering standards.
Results:
Cost Savings: By optimizing and automatic the compaction testing process, Compactica saved the client hundreds of thousands of dollars. The efficiency gains reduced the need for excessive labor and equipment use, cutting down operational costs considerably.
Reduced Liability: With Compactica, the project significantly mitigated the risk of future settlement issues. The precision compaction ensured a stable foundation, decreasing the client's liability and enhancing the long-term reliability of the facility.
Time Efficiency: The use of Compactica streamlined the entire compaction process, allowing the project to progress on schedule without the delays typically associated with traditional compaction testing.
The adoption of Compactica transformed our idea of compaction testing and quality control for earthworks. Not only did it greatly reduce our costs, but it also provided the peace of mind that the compaction was completed to the highest standard and no soft or weak spots were missed. We were particularly impressed with the reduction in liability, associated with this improved technology.
Geotechnical Engineer, Regional Geotechnical Consulting Firm
Conclusion: Compactica proved essential in achieving a high level of precision and efficiency in a critical construction phase. The client benefitted from significant cost savings, enhanced project speed, and reduced risk, highlighting Compactica's role as an invaluable tool in modern construction projects.