SoilRocks Consulting Inc

Big shout out to the SoilRocks and Forged Sonic Drill Team for completing another site investigation safely and efficiently! Great teamwork and dedication on display once again. Well done, everyone! 👏

To better serve our clients in aggregate and environmental site assessments, we are excited to announce that we have added the EM31 Geophysical Equipment to our toolkit!

📸 Pictured: Dr. Vasu Pancholi setting up the EM31 equipment for an onsite survey.

Need help with your site investigation? Reach out to us - we're here to assist with all your needs!

🍂 Harvest Season is here! 🌾

Are you in need of a reliable drill rig for your environmental and geotechnical work? Look no further - SoilRocks has got you covered!

With our top-notch solid stem auger and expert drill crew, we’re ready to get the job done right.

Get in touch today to keep your work on track! 🚂🔧

We are deeply saddened by the tragic landslide on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at an unregulated gold mine on Sulawesi Island, Indonesia, where heavy rains have claimed the lives of at least 11 individuals and left 45 missing. Our hearts go out to the families of the victims and the brave rescuers facing challenging conditions to find those still unaccounted for.

This heartbreaking event underscores the perilous conditions faced by miners in unregulated sites. We urge everyone to prioritize safety and adhere to proper protocols in all operations.



Picture Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/8/deadly-landslide-hits-illegal-gold-mine-in-indonesia

Happy Canada Day to everyone from the SoilRocks Team! We're proud to call the beautiful province of Saskatchewan our home.

Wishing you all a day filled with joy, celebration, and Canadian pride.



Scott Moe
Muhammad Fiaz
Pierre Poilievre
Michael Kram
Carla Beck
Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association

Sending heartfelt thoughts to the City of Alton, Illinois, where a massive sinkhole, estimated to be at least 30 meters wide and up to 15 meters deep, has impacted the local soccer facility. This unexpected event, caused by a limestone mine running 52 meters below the city park, is a reminder of the challenges we face with natural and man-made structures.



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Photo Credit: Lawrence Bryant/Reuters

A video showing a massive landslide that struck Keelung, Taiwan, at 2:30 PM on June 3, 2024, following heavy rainfall. The landslide injured two people, crushed several vehicles, and blocked the access road to Chaojing Park.

Landslide in Keelung, Taiwan, injures two A massive landslide occurred at Keelung Chaojing Park in Keelung, Taiwan, on Monday afternoon (June 3), causing large sections of the mountainside and boulde...

Nature and Humans at Work



GIS Bloggers
GIS School
Garmin by GIS
GoogleEarth Mystery
Google Earth Blog

A huge thank you to the wonderful folks of Francis, Saskatchewan! Your warm welcome to our team means the world to us. We also greatly appreciate everyone for slowing down in our work zone on Highway 35 over the long weekend. Your support and consideration keep us safe and motivated. 🧡



Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Dr. Robert Kitchen, MP
Heavy Construction Safety Association of Saskatchewan Inc
Saskatchewan Safety Council
Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association
ACEC SK
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada

🚨🚗 You're cruising down the highway when suddenly, you spot that notorious amber flashing light on a service vehicle! 😱 What's your next move? Vote now and let's see what the majority says! 🤔

a) Slam on the brakes and come to a complete stop! Ain't nobody got time for guessing games. 🤷‍♂️
b) Whip out your phone and start recording. Could be some prime viral content! 📸
c) Channel your inner NASCAR driver and see if you can outrun it. 🏁
d) Play it cool and pretend you didn't see a thing. Deny, deny, deny! 🤫
e) Ease off the gas and slow down to 60 km/h. Safety first, am I right? 🚗💨

Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Heavy Construction Safety Association of Saskatchewan Inc
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada
Transportation Research Board
ACEC SK
Saskatchewan Safety Council
Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association
Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance

Let's brainstorm! How can we protect our bridges from erosion underneath the deck?

Share your innovative ideas and insights in the comments below!



Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada
Transportation Research Board
ACEC SK
Highway Engineers
Saskatchewan Mining Association
Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance

Geotechnical instrumentation: safeguarding structures, protecting lives.



Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Canadian Dam Association
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada
Transportation Research Board
ACEC SK

Thrilled to be part of SARM 2024: Community Priorities, Progress, and Colleague Connections!

Kudos to the organizers for putting up such a great event.

#2024

SARM
Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association

Lights, camera, SoilRocks Drill Team, and Saskatoon Shine bright together!



Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Marv Friesen - MLA for Saskatoon Riversdale

SoilRocks Drill Crew, "The cold never bothered us anyway"

The Nipawin's Crooked Bridge over the Saskatchewan River was one of the largest steel bridges in Western Canada at the time of its construction in 1930. The former Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge is a double-deck plate girder design that incorporated a roadway (currently closed) immediately beneath the upper railway deck.

Do you have a story or experience to share for this bridge?

The coastal town of Ventnor (UK), was hit by a massive landslide on the evening of Sunday, December 10, 2023. The region had experienced persistent and intense rainfall over the preceding couple of months, setting the stage for a devastating geohazard that has left an indelible mark on the landscape.



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123123 Are you ready for more adventures in the soil of possibilities?

Here's to 2024, a year filled with new depths, and fresh challenges, and let us rock the soil together!

#123123

Asphalt Institute
Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Canadian Geotechnical Society
Canadian Society For Civil Engineering
ACEC SK
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada

Our prayers extend toward a global yearning for peace. May the coming New Year be characterized by understanding and compassion, weaving a beautiful tapestry of harmony in our interconnected world.

Your Pace Matters – Slow Down in the Work Zone for Your and Our Safety!



Heavy Construction Safety Association of Saskatchewan Inc
Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association
Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association - SCSA
Saskatchewan Safety Council
Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada
Saskatchewan Trucking
Manitoba Trucking Association
Ontario Trucking Association
Canadian Trucking Association of BC
BC Trucking Association
Women In Trucking
American Trucking Association
American Trucking Association - ATA

Breaking Ground in Beautiful Ignace: Our Gateway to Opportunities in Ontario.

Thank you to the SoilRocks Drill Team for completing another job safely and efficiently.



Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Transportation Research Board
aashto.astm

Asphalt Institute

Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada

Canadian Society for Civil Engineering - University of Manitoba
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering McGill Chapter - CSCE
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering CSCE - Saskatoon Section
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering Edmonton Section
Canadian Society of Civil Engineering - CSCE UVic Chapter

Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada

Ensuring Asphalt Core Quality – Because We Care!



Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association
Asphalt Institute
aashto.astm
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada
Association of Consulting Engineering Companies of New Brunswick
Acec
ACEC SK
Transportation Research Board
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering - University of Manitoba
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering Edmonton Section
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering CSCE - Saskatoon Section
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering McGill Chapter - CSCE

With each core, each drill, each piece of the earth,
Unearthing treasures, where pavement defects find their birth.



Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada
ACEC SK
Acec-sk Darlene
Transportation Association of Canada / Association des transports du Canada
AASHTO
Transportation Research Board
Canadian Geotechnical Society
Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association

Unearthing the Benefits of Piezometers in Highway and Infrastructure Projects!

How do piezometers enhance highway safety and infrastructure longevity?
A) Prevent traffic accidents
B) Predict stock market trends
C) Provide groundwater insight
D) Act as a roadside displays

Rain or Sun, SoilRocks Drilling Operation Shines!

Double Rainbows Bless Our SoilRocks Company's Drill Rig Adventures!

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our clients, friends and family.

SoilRocks Consulting Inc team is proud to support the Canadian Geotechnical Society and its mission to advance the field of geotechnics in Canada and beyond.



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What does success mean to you?

For us, it's about igniting the flames of potential in the youth, including our First Nations members, and guiding them on their path to fulfilling careers! We are a small business and are determined to be a catalyst for change, providing the stepping stones of personal growth and the wings of professional development.

Join us on this transformative journey, where dreams take flight and hope knows no bounds. Together, we'll sculpt a brighter future that resonates for generations to come.

Which material works wonders to reinforce soft soils beneath highways?

A) Unicorn Tears 🦄
B) Geogrids
C) Geotextiles
D) Geocells