In general, excavation means to loosen and take out materials leaving space above or below ground. Sometimes in civil engineering term earthwork is used which include backfilling with new or original materials to voids, spreading and levelling over an area. British Standard CP6031 gives standards and recommendation to earthworks covering embarkment and cuttings, levelling and… Read More »
Below is a complete and precise dewatering method statement that covers the installation of the dewatering system as designed and detailed by temporary works designer/ consultant. Full time supervision shall be required to ensure the works are carried out in accordance to specifications, quality and approved drawings. Pumping Duration: Pumps shall be kept running to… Read More »
Dewatering is the temporary reduction of pore pressures or groundwater levels to provide dry, stable and safe soil conditions in excavations below groundwater level. On a construction project dewatering is used to facilitate the construction of the deep excavations that are required for foundations, basements, trenches and other underground structures. Recommended Dewatering Type As per… Read More »