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Drone surveys are an excellent way to capture spatial data quickly and effectively, but the finished drawing isn’t always as detailed or specific as a topographical survey drawing. When it comes to revisiting a drawing, years down the line, it’s easy to forget it was not a topographic drawing, to begin with, and therefore one …
What is subsidence? Subsidence is the gradual sinking of the land’s surface, caused by natural processes or human activities such as mining, construction, or underground engineering work. It can also be caused by natural causes such as erosion, geological faults, sinkholes or even tree roots. But in the UK, it’s more often caused by human …
The first step to any construction project is a topographical survey outlining the ground levels, features, and critical measurements of a piece of land for development. It may also include an underground services detection survey so that everyone is aware of any utilities or other obstructions that lie within your site boundary. Although this would …
From setting out for construction to topographical surveys, the more complex the better we say. As our survey team are experts in their field, problem-solving is done in real-time on-site. We love working on complicated projects. For example, we can calculate coordinates for topographical surveys, make sure the roads are dotted, and assign points to …
UAV surveys are ideal if you work in the heritage industry because they allow you to access large sites easily, without affecting the site and avoiding the need for scaffolding or MEWP (mobile elevation work platforms). Historic building surveys done with drones result in clear and precise aerial footage. They can provide a detailed measured …
What is PAS 128:2022? The original PAS 128 specification was published in June 2014 and recent updates have resulted in PAS 128:2022 specification. Many don’t know what it entails and why being compliant with this specification is beneficial in planning and executing construction projects. PAS 128:2022 offers a reliable method for conducting underground utility detection …
How do you survey a cemetery? A cemetery (or graveyard) is surveyed in the same way as any other site. Depending on the specification of the client, a topographical survey would be conducted, along with an underground utility detection survey (utility mapping). The topographical survey would show the contours of the land and the features, …
Site preparation for construction can change the terrain and features of the ground again and it is vital that all contractors have up-to-date topographical measurements before breaking ground in the construction of new buildings. An accurate topographic survey brings certainty to planned developments, by reducing the risk of errors and by giving an accurate plan …
What is Deformation and Movement Monitoring? Deformation and movement monitoring (also referred to as a deformation survey) is a technique used to monitor the deformation of structures. Deformation and movement monitoring measures and tracks any alterations in the shape or dimensions of a building or retaining wall. It is used in civil engineering, construction, and …
Bonfire Night is known for the celebrations of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Treason plot Bonfire Night is known for the celebrations of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Treason plot. The British public watches fireworks displays and gathers around bonfires, even cooking jacket potatoes in the flames. The intentions of Bonfire Night have changed since …
